My brother in law gave me a light and I am trying to find out the name and what it's used for. It stands about three feet tall and it has two red lights one over the other. Anyone have any idea? Thanks
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Any photos? Without seeing it, a few questions come to mind:
1) Any company name/initials in/on it?
2) Oil or electric?
3) What is it made out of, i.e. cast iron, stamped steel/aluminum?
4) Is it even railroad related, or maybe marine?
5) What color is it painted?
6) Does it have a mounting bracket, or maybe a handle?
Joe, its similar to yours but the lights are red.
Most likely a "dwarf" or ground signal. Especially used in subways, and in wide yards with LOTS of tracks.
I thought it was a dwarf signal and have heard of them but never knew what they were used for.
