Help dating this Tilley lamp please!

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  1. PatrickPatrick United Kingdom

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    Bought this yesterday and got it all wiped down/ spiders removed and such. It is however lacking any markings on the tank with only the glass and the control knob being marked as far as I can tell, would love some extra info as I'm far from an expert on these things! Any bonus tips on cleaning the paint up would also be much appreciated
     

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    Your lantern is Tilley X246 made between 1949 and 1954. The glass is newer (“Made in the EEC”).

    Look through this thread for info on dating these lanterns:

    First renovation.

    I can see on the tank where the Tilley model decal was.


    Cheers

    Tony
     
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  4. Henry Plews

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    Warm soapy water and a soft cloth is as good as anything, then when dry, some folk polish with car wax.
     

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