Good Day Scott D (Pete, I hope you don't mind that this becomes a fettling thread, mods, please move if needed) In reference to your intention...
Thanks Pete In South Africa we have access to 'Dry cleaners' benzine which works well, but it costs 4x the price of kerosene/paraffin.
This fine example is dated 09/67. It is complete with an USA made 355 sunrise globe, hanging rod, finial and with original paint. As explained by...
Some international buyers with strong currencies have paid 5 x the price South Africans are used to for certtain lanterns. Examples would be...
To me, the term Lampie refers endearingly to lamp AND lantern enthusiasts collectively. I do however admit that English is my second language....
Good Day Fellow Fettlers Thanks to sharp-eyed forum members, my pig in a poke (Three little pigs in a poke) turned out to be a diamond in the...
My wife likes them more than pressure lamps:shock:. You will have to do some research. The newer chimneys are Loxon, kind of a boyonet screw on...
Wow James, Thanks for the quick identification. My incomete lamp does indeed match the Petromax 833. Now the challenge of restoring it will be an...
[ATTACH] I've done it again. The love of lanterns have made me gamble once more. From left to right: A Coleman 249D less glass, preheat cup,...
Absolutely awesome lamp, research, photos and presentation. Thank you
Please do not even consider trying to use HF at home. It is extremely hazardous.
This is my first Vapalux, or Bialadin for that matter. They are quite a rarity in South Africa, where Colemans and Tilleys are more common. I...
I recently found this poor Sunflame 104. It has had a rough life, and to be honest, I don't think Sunflames were made tough. I do however...
I purchased 20 of the green tops and have tried a few of them. While they burn very bright, they are not durable. Below some photos where a 249...
Congratulations Tony. That is a very elegant lamp.
Well done, a fetlle to be proud of!
Thanks Tony and Pete. I am sure the firebrick will work if one can get hold of one. I alao wondee about a bucket or large can filled with dry sand?
Good Day I had a close call this weekend and hope that sharing my experience could prevent an injury. The seal in my 1955 three piece fuel cap...
Thanks Andrew!
Haha Pete, that is made me smile. It is exactly the kind of thing I would say to my employees and children. Humble pie eaten.
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