Vintage Trippe Dual Light Barber Pole, Cast Iron, Wall Mount, 42” Tall, Mark III
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:613838 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
Vintage Trippe Dual Lght Barber Pole, Cast Iron, Wall Mount, Working!!.I obtained this pole from a local estate and I am not a expert but will try to describe the pole as best as possible but let me know if any questions.Pole is mounted on a home made stand for ease of transport and displayMetal manufacture tag reads The Trippe Manufacturing Co. Chicago 6, USA, Type Mark III, Volts 115/120The pole is 42” from the base to the top of the globeThe black holders of the glass are both cas...t iron and measure 10” wide, red tops are a lighter weight metal, wall mount is heavy gauge metalGlass has been reinforced with new caulking, don’t know when, glass is about 7.5” wideThe pole lights on top and inside the rotating tube with one bulb each, both workThe pole easily rotates and motor is quietThe globe is easily removable, it does have a hole in the glass(pictured), you cannot see the hole when it is in place. Previous owner used a few pieces of foam tape to help secure the globe, the globe lifts off the top, it does not screw in or have support screws that I can seeI do not know if the pole has been reconditioned or if all parts are original, I am selling as is. I have tried to take photos of the entire pole to show condition and parts. The red parts look to have been repainted, not sure about the black cast iron parts. I can only accept local pick up or shipping that the buyer would arrange. I do not know the weight of the pole but it is quite heavy and even though the glass is thick, I do not want to be responsible to ship without damaging. Please let me know if any other questions.
