Hi! Yes, there is no markings, not even on the fuel cap. How is the Zimbabwe version marked? Or was that version brass only? Regards
Hi there! I also have a 1020 project in my garage waiting to be fettled. [ATTACH] Looking forward seeing Your progress. Regards Matti
Hi @Liam! I cannot say for sure, but the J-tubes on the 1200 I have enqountered hadn’t any adjustment bar. Make sure it is set as in the picture....
Hi @Liam! We love pictures to see how it look. Sound like You didn’t preheat with meths (Rödsprit) before so the kerosene is to cold. What Do...
Lighting up my Lantern tonight for the Ukrainian people, those who fight and those civilists trying to hide from the invading forces shooting at...
Hi @jasonwu! My experience of the 1350 is that the build quality is good. There has been serveral versions over the years. The version I have is...
Welcome to the forum with Your first lantern. When the 1200 burns correct the frosted glass gives this lantern a nice glowing light. Regards from...
Never seen this kind of pricker on a lantern here in Sweden. But if it works its a good solution. Nice lantern by the way. I have one in the...
Very robust lantern! Looking good! Regards Matti
@Buckaroo Does it say ”350CP” or ”300CP” on the fount? I have seen that type of wheel on the ones marked with ”350CP”. Regards Matti
@Sean.H You may search for a 110x115mm glass cylinder in UK sources for less freight and customs issues. At fogas.se they sell various glass...
Welcome @whiteturbo! Unfortunately You cannot stop with three lanterns. There will be some more. Regards from Sweden; Matti
Thumbs up @malcolm race
Happy new year to all members from me in Sweden. We have some 12 hours left until midnight and the new year 2022. Regards Matti [ATTACH]
Hi! The lantern is a Optimus 1200 nickle plated brass lantern with the lever operated Quickpreheater. Mid 70s seems like the right period. They...
Welcome Julian! Watching Yours and others posts from other side of the globe. Exciting! Regards from Sweden [ATTACH]
Hi Tony! It fits many Swedish and Petromax models as well. Glas klart 110*115 Schott Regards Matti
Hi! To repair I agree its almost impossible, but to repair/replace the contents of one with parts from a Butterfly one is possible, did it on a...
Hi Willi! Do You have any pictures showing the heat deflector ring? I have another lantern now to try Your ideas on. Regards Matti
Hi! WimWe means it might leak here, You can apply some exhaust pipe mould to help seal it. Regards Matti [ATTACH]
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