Coleman 242B "Sportlite" (Canada March 1947)

This is a Canadian 242B "Sportlite" I picked up here in Australia, dated March 1947 ("47 3").

I've kept the original paintwork as it came with a "Seafoam" tank and collar.

You might note that in some of the "detail" photos the fuel control block is 90 degrees off. That's how it came and it was working; but in the end I positioned it correctly and locked the thread with Locktite.
































Note: Aluminium air tubes.




Note the five small dimples in the base plate.













Testing




Up and running








The gasoline 242B and the kerosene 249 are great lanterns.


Cheers

Tony

 

Looks good. Your detailed gallery posts are always easy for reference purposes .

 

A well built lantern!

 

Seafoam Colemans are one of my favourites. Nice looking lantern in good condition for its age.

 

Nice work Tony