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This is a Crouse Hinds WALK / DONT WALK pedestrian signal from the late 1940’s. It has 2 transformers so that it can display WALK and then DONT WALK. 3A23478C-836C-4971-BCD8-BAFE83FDAF9D (resized).jpeg8606A565-EAA6-4736-82B2-D2971A30F3FE (resized).jpeg87D6DBA7-55D3-4DA4-900B-0D14C6FF00AB (resized).jpeg
Quoted from ZooDude:Pretty sure those are movie props, not from an actual restaurant, I was under the impression that that restaurant was just made up for the movie, although I certainly remember Sambos, which was not far off.
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A little googling and Wikipedia confirms there were 3 actual restaurants in Salt Lake City, Utah; Portland, Oregon and Spokane, Washington that opened between 1929 and 1931. They all closed by 1957.
There was a 2001 movie “Ghost World” that used a poster of the restaurant as a plot device. Maybe a sign as well ? I haven’t viewed the film.
So, given that Hollywood is all about props on the cheap, there is no likelihood (if NEON was in the movie) that it would be a porcelain sign. The sign is most assuredly original to the restaurant but maybe a real sign or THIS ONE was actually used in the film.
Quoted from dirkdiggler:I'm really not sure why?
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Why ? Here's your sign.
Not sure if it has been mentioned here but it is well worth a trip to the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, OH. Went for the first time yesterday and was awestruck by their collection. They have a repair studio on-site to bring and keep these gems active. Here is a sample.
IMG_3191.jpegIMG_3193.jpegIMG_3194.jpegIMG_3195.jpegIMG_3200.jpegIMG_3204.jpegQuoted from Viggin900:Yes, if you like neon signs it will not disappoint, also a good educational experience with the history. It's right off the expressway and a block away from the famous Camp Washington chili! Pick yourself up a 5 way and coney under a neon moon.[quoted image]
You just started a chili war…. Skyline !
Quoted from vinnypeppers:Here’s one for the “man cave” lol
Comments welcome
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Is this the upside down Amazon prototype logo ?
Quoted from Gundam_Pilot_:Picked up a couple neons/signs over the weekend.[quoted image][quoted image]
Does the arrow lights chase or all stay lit ? SELL ME THIS !!!
Quoted from Gundam_Pilot_:It’s definitely a chasing arrow. And double sided
Wanna sell ??
Quoted from Ballypin:Picked up another Crouse Hinds neon pedestrian signal from the late 1940’s. My collection has doubled with this pickup. [quoted image]
Here is a Youtube link showing the newest add and my DONT WALK running on a sequencer. 1984 EBD in the picture.
Quoted from aahgo:Is there a sequencer in the wait/walk sign? Or do you need to fabricate something if you wanted it to alternate?
I have not figured out the wiring to the 2 transformers in the signal. There are also 2 relays involved. I’m assuming the WALK is lit and then switches to a flashing then steady WAIT ?IMG_4039 (resized).jpegIMG_4040 (resized).jpeg
Quoted from Electronmagic:Is it just me, or does it look like they built all those electronics into the valve cover of a small block Chevy?
With the back cover on, it looks even better.
IMG_4036 (resized).jpegThe American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, OH has started construction on Phase 2 that will add 16,000 sf of exhibit and event space opening July 2024. I am fortunate to be the hands-on project manager for my company that placed 280 cy of new topping slab yesterday. This cool Loyal Order of Moose sign from Lansing, Michigan Lodge 288 will be lit and on display in the new addition. IMG_5188 (resized).jpegIMG_5191 (resized).jpegIMG_5195 (resized).jpeg
Quoted from gdonovan:On a roll this month
Brother, it seems like the past 6 months you have been adding a sign once a week. How many are you up to ?
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Except this is FAKE neon.
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