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Domestic Engine Colors

By Don. L. Kirkpatrick

220 E. Washington St., West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380

What color should I paint my Domestic? Here's a question I'm often asked. It's not a question that has a simple, single answer, but here is some information that may help.

First, Domestic Engine and Pump Co. used one of (at least) three colors on various engines they manufactured at Shippensburg, Pa., between 1904 and 1952, when the last engine was shipped. These were maroon, dark green, and medium gray. (It is important to note that the engine record books, which list many facts about each engine shipped, do not specify the engine's color.) The most widely used color was the dark maroon (sometimes called "black cherry" or "oxblood"). I believe this color was used on virtually all of the Type "A", ignitor-fired engines. This frequently is seen faded to a lighter red. The...

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