I thought I'd share the modest few lamps that get the seal of approval by SWMBO to be on display rather than in the loft or outside in storage....
Sadly not Mike. It was a chance find when looking through my favourite UK ebay sellers, looking for (dare I say it) stoves.
@Nils Stephenson thats great, thank you Nils. Older than I first thought.
Hi Nils, it says 300. Yes the extras made the difference for me.
I don't buy many lanterns these days but this one caught my eye because of the box, instructions, swing tag, spare parts, priming tin and spanner....
Hi could anyone PM me Terry Marsh's email? I may have something for his site.
@AussiePete It could be a typo but if that's the case the seller has all his decals listed at that price. Apparently 80% sold. :doh::doh:Even if...
Had to share this bargain. The seller even charges postage. [ATTACH]
Thanks Matti, I've just ordered one. Rob.
@MYN @AussiePete appreciate the congrats, obviously you both fully understand that buzz when you bring a lamp back to life.
This is also 1952 George. I agree it's definitely an example of a product 'designed by committee', a Quicklite is a better lantern!
Thanks Henry, yes you're right the different aspects of the lamp are what first attracted me.
OK we have success gents so a big thanks for the advice given. In the end I soaked the dry generator in Aspen 4 after removing the jet. I was...
Thanks for all the help people. The weather has been poor here in Manchester the past few days so I've had no opportunity to get out to fettle...
Hi @AussiePete yes I tried a pricker from the inside as well, but with no success. I'm not sure any of mine are fine enough or possibly I wasn't...
I'll give it a go Bob, thanks.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I've just received a new generator for my Milspec lantern from OldColemanParts. After fitting no vapour at all is...
I recently enquired about an R1 for sale on ebay. What caught my eye was the burner head was the very early type, 1930/40s I think, and copper...
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A few hours cleaning this 1200 this afternoon. It was covered in Brasso on all the internal surfaces, even the glass had Brasso around the rims....
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