Tilley X246 Homemade Shade

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  1. Sedgman

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    I saw a photo of a Tilley X246 inside a lamplight frame at Snettisham Railway Station. I liked the idea of trying to make one. Here is what I got in the Mk 1 variety using perspex panels.

    Lamp Fixture 2 - Copy.jpg

    Lamp Fixture 1 - Copy - Copy.jpg

    Lamp Fixture 3 - Copy.jpg

    I have since changed the roof to protect the ends better.

    Just an idea.
     
    Sedgman, Jun 27, 2022
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    Very cool!
     
    kero-scene, Jun 28, 2022
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    A fine creation.:thumbup:
     
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    That box is so well made, great job.
     
    Hanzo, Jun 28, 2022
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    Looks good, Iain :thumbup:
     
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    Nice one!
     
    ColinG, Jun 28, 2022
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