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The Action Twins Hood Ornament 1931

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    Posted 8 years ago

    PhilDMorris
    (216 items)

    The Action Twins Hood Ornament 1931
    One of the most sought after mascots made in North America is the Action Twins. As the propellor turns in the wind, the twins would go up and down turning their crank. This model actually has the original decorative bolt that you can barely see in the first photo. That bolt is hardly ever found.

    And so the Action Twins Hood Ornament resurfaces after 6 years between sightings at auction. The last time one sold was in 2006 through Bonhams and after that this one came middle of August. I have been waiting all of those years for the chance to own one of these very rare hood ornaments from 1931. The price was very high but when I want something I never back out... I love this one !~ I see them on ebay but usually they have a new propellor that was made for them or some other flaw. This mascot actually has as seen on the first photo, extreme lower left, the decorative bolt that usually is always lost.

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    Comments

    1. antiquerose antiquerose, 8 years ago
      Stunning Piece -- and Stunning collection you have Phil

      ;-)
    2. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 8 years ago
      Thanks a-r, got some wonderful ones this year, which showing these is leading up to.
    3. antiquerose antiquerose, 8 years ago
      OOOO000000ooooooo.............Can't wait.

      ~ I know you know Quality!!
    4. mikelv85 mikelv85, 8 years ago
      Simply amazing as always Phil !.... I'm with Rose, can't wait. :)
    5. racer4four racer4four, 8 years ago
      Incredible. Congratulations Phil.
    6. Manikin Manikin, 8 years ago
      You always amaze us with you knowledge and rare mascots .This one is no exception to your great eye in finding the best !! xoxo
    7. kyratango kyratango, 8 years ago
      Incredible one, again!!!
      Bravo Phil :-D
    8. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 8 years ago
      Antique Rose love back to you xo
    9. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 8 years ago
      Thanks a lot mike, I cannot wait either !!
    10. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 8 years ago
      Thank you, racer4four, much appreciated !~
    11. Caperkid, 8 years ago
      Phil every time I see your profile pick i think of a young better looking Frank Zappa.
    12. Caperkid, 8 years ago
      Sorry that just poped out and was in no way meant in any disrespect or insult. My cousin had a poster that looked a lot like your profile picture.
    13. Radegunder Radegunder, 8 years ago
      This is great Phil, I can already see a vintage car coming down the street with that Action Twins out in front!!
    14. sklo42 sklo42, 8 years ago
      Eye catching.....I suppose over time the driver no longer noticed it.....
    15. Ursie, 8 years ago
      Can you imagine when cars had things like this on them.....little pieces of art!!! I miss unique and quality things like this in our throwaway world today!
    16. toolate2 toolate2, 8 years ago
      Great to you and some of your stuff back Phil... It's all way cool!
    17. aura, 8 years ago
      This is art i also loved !!!!!!!
    18. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 8 years ago
      Thank you Manikin for the nice comment !
    19. Karenoke Karenoke, 6 years ago
      I can see why this is your favorite....WOW!
    20. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 6 years ago
      Thank you kyratango and Caperkid for the comments.
    21. toronado, 4 years ago
      Your collection is just magnificent!
    22. Manikin Manikin, 11 months ago
      Amazing mascot! xo xo
    23. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 11 months ago
      Thank you Mani, you are an amazing friend !

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