A classic piece of authentic municipal Americana, this vintage retired fire hydrant was manufactured by the Eddy Valve Company / Clow Corporation. Featuring an iconic domed top and distinctive fluted cap design, this solid cast iron unit serves as an exceptional statement piece for garden landscaping, automotive garages, or historical collections. The lower barrel retains its original raised factory lettering clearly reading "EDDY / CLOW CORP / MODEL / 426".
Item Specifications
Maker/Brand: Eddy Valve Co. / Clow Corp.
Model: 426
Material: Heavy-Gauge Cast Iron
Ports: 3 total ports (one large main pumper nozzle, two smaller side hose nozzles)
Era/Origin: Mid-to-late 20th Century / USA Municipal
Current State: Fully retired / decommissioned display piece
Condition Report
Structure: Solid, substantial structural casting with no structural cracks or catastrophic breaks in the iron barrel or dome flange.
Cosmetics: Presents with an authentic, weathered municipal yellow painted finish showing extensive surface weathering, paint flaking, and a natural iron oxidization patina underneath.
Components: Port caps are intact and remain loosely linked with their original weathered security retaining chains. The top pentagonal operating nut is present.