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A rare find for the early automotive enthusiast! Authentic Machine Age Roach Appleton craftsmanship. Excellent structural condition, perfect for bringing a 1920s-1930s dash or trouble assembly back to life.
Solid, uncleaned vintage condition. Empty shell housing and glass lens head assembly only (missing internal wiring, socket, and retractable cord reel mechanism). Factory "ROACH APPLETON MFG CO" side stamping remains sharp and highly legible. The iconic radial frosted glass lens is completely intact, secure in the bezel, and free of cracks or major chips. Metal shows authentic, age-appropriate patina and minor surface scuffs, but features no major dents or deep rust. Selling strictly as-is for parts, restoration, or custom industrial lighting conversion.
Body & Finish: It features a natural, uncleaned metallic gray patina. The surface shows minor superficial scuffs and age-appropriate weathering but has absolutely no major dings, deep dents, or structural cracks.Mounting Rim/Bezel: The flared bezel holding the glass is intact and holds the lens perfectly flush without loose rattling.Stamping Clarity: The factory "ROACH APPLETON MFG CO" lettering stamped into the side remains crisp, sharp, and easy to read.
Restoration Note: This is an empty vintage housing unit without internal sockets, contact points, or wires. It is intended strictly as a replacement body piece for an existing reel assembly, a historical display piece, or a raw canvas for custom electrical re-wiring (such as an industrial LED desk lamp conversion).
