Watch the DVD if you have it, you can clearly see it when its in motion. There two close up scenes, about 1:41 or so if memory serves, showing the lid opening and then closing. When its moving it's clear that it reads, "P.E. Ry" with the 'Y' in a smaller typeface but flush with the top of the other letters.
There's also another lantern, in the classic, "silver" finish, held by the brakeman on the 19. It's in a caboose scene as Shack is lighting his up with the lid opened. But it's too far back to see anything but that it's a similar pattern one.
I think at this point, any RR marking would be okay as it'd take me forever to find the exact pattern lantern, with the exact same markings, in good condition.
Originally Posted by smd4:
I know the guy who owns it. I've seen it a few times, but years ago. As I recall, it's painted a dark green. I can call him and see if he still has it. If so, he can send me photos.
How cow, you know the person who owns that lantern? Please, keep us all posted! I'd love to know more. How'd he wind up with it?
