{"product_id":"sinko-butterscotch-spinner-knob","title":"Vintage Sinko Steering Wheel Spinner Knob, Marbled Butterscotch Plastic, Ribbed Die Cast Clamp, Circa 1930s to 1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Sinko steering wheel spinner knob, circa 1930s to 1940s, with a glossy marbled butterscotch plastic dome and a ribbed die cast clamp stamped SINKO CHIGO. U.S.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne mounting screw is missing, so a buyer would need to supply one. No cracks are visible in the knob in the photos. The dark blue gray paint on the base has wear on the edges, the underside shows surface grime and light scratches, and the star shaped retaining washer at the center post shows rust. Light scratches and scuffs are also visible on the knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA steering wheel spinner knob, also called a brodie knob, necker knob, or suicide knob, clamps to the rim of a steering wheel so the wheel can be turned with one hand. This one is stamped SINKO CHIGO. U.S.A. on the clamp strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Sinko steering wheel spinner knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steering wheel spinner knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1930s to 1940s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marbled plastic knob on a die cast metal clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Translucent amber butterscotch with swirled marbling. The base is painted dark blue gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sinko. The clamp strap is stamped SINKO CHIGO. U.S.A. The underside of the base has cast numbers 950-1 and 1, and a small oval stamp. The word CHICAGO is readable on the oval stamp; the rest of that stamp is not clear enough in the photos to transcribe fully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast number 950-1 is visible on the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930s to 1940s automotive accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The round knob is 2 in. Where it attaches is 2.5 in by 2 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy domed knob with swirled marbling. Ribbed die cast saddle base. Curved metal clamp strap with an eye hole. One slotted mounting screw is present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e No cracks are visible in the knob in the photos. The SINKO CHIGO. U.S.A. stamp on the clamp strap is clear, and the swirled butterscotch marbling is clearly defined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne slotted mounting screw is present on the clamp strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast numbers 950-1 and 1 are visible on the underside in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne mounting screw is missing, so a buyer would need to supply one. This is how the knob was found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dark blue gray paint on the ribbed base has wear on the edges, visible in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight scratches and scuffs are visible on the knob in the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underside shows surface grime and light scratches. The star shaped retaining washer at the center post shows rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind more like this in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-automotive-and-car-culture\"\u003eVintage Automotive and Car Culture\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you collect vintage auto accessories or steering wheel spinner knobs, this Sinko marbled butterscotch example, stamped SINKO CHIGO. U.S.A., would fit a 1930s to 1940s garage shelf. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51011073278207,"sku":"B5-T14-3708","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/sinko-butterscotch-spinner-knob-01.jpg?v=1794506098","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/sinko-butterscotch-spinner-knob","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}