I generally visit the swap meets or flea market on the weekends always looking for something that I don't really need. I'm usually on the lookout for vintage tube radios and vintage automotive related items. I love the element of surprise and not knowing just what I'll come across. Our flea market is pretty small now as we lost our previous venue which was a very large parking lot. This makes the pickins even slimmer! I went there yesterday and was on my last run when I noticed several metal signs leaning up against the legs of one of the tables. They were all, except for one, the $9.99 type of tin sign that's made to look vintage with the typical "rust" around the edges. But one caught my eye. It was a FoMoCo sign that was larger than the rest (18" x 13-1/2"), was 2-sided, heavier than most (2 lbs), and had eyelets in the upper 2 holes. I already have a repo that's the same style and size but is lighter (1lb 10oz), one-sided, has no eyelets, and the method of painting is different. The one I just purchased has a very nice shine to it. It was painted red first then the white was done over that. It does have some scratches and dings but no rust. I was able to buy it for the price of a cheap tin sign. One can't have too many Ford signs (contrary to what my wife thinks!). I did some internet research and I'm pretty sure that the one I purchased is an original. Are there any vintage sign experts here that can provide some input? Much appreciated! Craig R.
