1934 Accessory Artillery Wheel

[Jim Lindberg]

I purchased these wheels about 20 years ago when I had a 1934 2-Door. I bought them from the son of gentleman who bought a new Ford in 1934 and these wheels were on it. They take 16 inch tires and have 14 spokes, were chrome in the center and have a lock ring when you inflate the tire. The four hub caps came with the wheels. I have seen only one other with the same wheel and hub cap. It was on an original unrestored 1934 Ford as the spare tire. On the back of the hub they say "Budd Made in USA" and the patent number is 1376390. Can anyone provide any information about these. Where they a dealer installation or anything else. I sold the 34 and have regretted it ever since.

Thanks.