{"product_id":"castrol-gear-oil-can","title":"Castrol Gear 1 Quart Oil Tin Still Full","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eThis Wakefield Castrol Gear Oil tin is a fine example of early British motoring lubrication history. It dates from the mid-20th century, a period when Castrol was cementing its place as one of the world’s leading motor oil brands. The tin represents the precision engineering and quality manufacturing that helped make British automotive products internationally respected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"469\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wakefield Castrol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"495\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gear Oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e C. C. Wakefield \u0026amp; Co. Ltd., London, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"589\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lubricant tin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"603\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1940s to 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"672\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"672\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinplate with printed label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 US quart (Castrol Caddy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green background with red and black lettering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, showing surface wear, light scuffing, and some paint loss consistent with age and use. The main text and design remain clear and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eC. C. Wakefield \u0026amp; Co. was founded in 1899 by Charles Cheers Wakefield, a pioneering figure in the development of high-performance lubricants. The company’s signature brand, Castrol, was introduced in 1909 and named for the castor oil used as a key ingredient in its early formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eBy the 1930s, Castrol oils were widely used in both road vehicles and aircraft, earning a reputation for reliability under demanding conditions. During the 1940s and 1950s, the company expanded its range to include specialist lubricants such as gear oils and greases, tailored to the growing complexity of motor vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eThis tin was produced during that period of innovation. Gear oil was essential for the smooth operation of transmissions and differentials, and Wakefield marketed Castrol products as scientifically formulated to resist heat, pressure, and wear. The label on the tin includes reference to the company’s full range of lubricants and the “Castrol Caddy” packaging, which allowed for easy pouring and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eCastrol’s attention to branding and presentation set it apart from competitors. The striking green and red design became instantly recognisable, symbolising both technical excellence and British engineering pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eDesign and Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eThe tin’s cylindrical form and screw-top design made it practical for use in workshops and garages. The distinctive Castrol script, printed in red across a green background, reflects the company’s established branding that continues to this day. The black panel on the front reads “1 Quart Castrol Caddy,” referring to its use as a refillable service container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003eThe text on the reverse lists instructions and recommendations for different grades of Castrol lubricants, offering practical guidance for motorists and mechanics. The design balances technical information with the brand’s strong visual identity, a hallmark of Castrol packaging from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"3238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2919\"\u003eCollectibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003eWakefield Castrol tins are highly collectible among automobilia enthusiasts. They represent a golden period in British motoring and industrial design, when branding and function were crafted with equal care. This example, with its original paintwork and clearly visible lettering, captures that heritage perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eTins like this are often displayed alongside other garage relics, such as oil pourers and enamel signs, as authentic reminders of early workshop life. They are valued not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their connection to the history of automotive engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003eProduced by C. C. Wakefield \u0026amp; Co. Ltd., London, circa 1940s to 1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003e1 Quart “Castrol Caddy” gear oil tin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"3699\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3699\"\u003eGreen and red Castrol livery with black detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003eScrew-top metal design with printed instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3804\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3755\" data-end=\"3804\"\u003eGood original condition with light surface wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3805\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003eA classic and collectible piece of mid-century British motoring history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"4111\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis Wakefield Castrol Gear Oil tin stands as a testament to one of the most iconic names in automotive lubrication, representing the blend of craftsmanship, science, and style that defined British engineering in the postwar era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Automobilia Magpie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58816897778013,"sku":"AM388","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/1625\/3789\/files\/IMG-20251016-WA0043.jpg?v=1760692836","url":"https:\/\/www.automobiliamagpie.com\/products\/castrol-gear-oil-can","provider":"Automobilia Magpie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}