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Pair of antique 1920s Wilmot Breeden Calormeters - Pre-War Radiator Car Mascot Gauges.Untested.See photos for condition.
A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of genuine, matching-era pre-war Wilmot Breeden Calormeters (radiator temperature gauges) dating from the 1920s/1930s. Manufactured in Birmingham, England, these iconic motoring accessories were fitted to fine British marques of the period, including Austin, Morris, and Bentley.
Item 1 (Round Dial): Good display condition with exceptionally clear glass and sharp graphics (Freezing/Normal/Boiling). Complete with its highly desirable, original knurled black Bakelite radiator cap. The base is clearly stamped with Patent Numbers 238098 and 255236.
• Item 2 (Square Dial): Desirable square-bezel variant on a threaded mounting stem. Features a wonderful, “barn-find\" patina. The glass shows some period-typical internal damage & clouding.
Perfect addition for an automobilia collector\'s display cabinet or a fantastic period-correct addition for an antique light car restoration project. Sold as a pair as found. Worldwide shipping available.