Vintage Mack Truck Bull Dog Brass Hood Ornament - thesteelbeam

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Vintage Brass/Stylized Black Mack Truck Bulldog Hood Ornament The hood ornament is a quintessential symbol of American Trucking with a history that dates back to the first Mack Truck bulldog hood ornament, crafted in 1932. Over the past nearly 90 years, it has become a symbol of great cultural significance and America’s industry. The coveted gold bulldog hood ornament signifies that the Mack truck it adorns is USA made, original Mack engine, Maxi-Torque Transmission, and rear axles. (The Chrome version of the hood ornament indicates that at least some of the truck’s parts are internationally-made.) Over the years the mascot has evolved- In 1979, Mack trimmed the ears and tail to provide a smoother surface to avoid accidents when opening the hood. (Artist stylized, sandblasted, chrome removed, Black Mack: silhouette from before 1979, Gold Mack silhouette after 1979). Mack Truck History For