Alternatively, don't bother with the rest, try the best (in not just my opinion) POR15 Cleaner Degreaser 946ml Industrial Strength Water Based...
You can get a replacement glass here: https://hytta.de/tilley/tilley_lampen_ersatzteile,index.htm
Correct. The original meths tin had a straight spout which is all that's needed for Vapalux / Bialaddin lanterns. Originally, I made a spout with...
Welcome to the forum Mark, you have a nice selection of lanterns. To make lighting your Vapalux / Bialaddin easier (i.e. no need to remove the...
@esarratt there is also PTFE string.
@presscall @M4v3r1ck the "lower collar" is an interference fit. I don't know if it's pertinant but the lantern is dated 1 - 93
A very beautiful lamp !
Hi @graham baron and welcome to the forum. Simple things first; check that the pump leather is in good order (no splits/tears) and well oiled and...
Very nice. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
A good find especially, with the shade. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
@Tony Press Very good condition indeed but you may wish to revise the title. The 5th image clearly shows the month as 4 which is April. :)
Warm soapy water and a soft cloth is as good as anything, then when dry, some folk polish with car wax.
Are you thinking of Speculum plate ?
@JEFF JOHNSON RV = Recreational Vehicle i.e. camper van / mobile home.
I've had great success using the old lead washer and a few turns of PTFE tape - use the stuff for gas, apart from being thicker, it's more...
The hood is vitreous enamel. There is no paint which will retain a gloss finish on a lantern hood.
A nice find which won't look too crappy when it's been cleaned and polished.
Welcome. Your lantern is burning brightly but I notice the insect shield is upside down, not that it affects the brightness but interferes with...
Idealy, the needle should protrude up to about 0.5mm. According to the patent drawing, the "needle" is not tapered. [ATTACH]
I haven't heard of anyone knowing WITH CERTAINTY what the letters mean.
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