Hi all, this is my Tilley AL15/AL16 after a quick fettle and new 191 mantle, which to me, makes a big difference. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]...
It's a big help thanks! and i'll keep a look out for the book, added it to the growing "want" list
Very nice ! :thumbup:
WOW thanks podbros! very much appreciated! i didnt think it was that old! im hoping to get a replacement 449 hood for it, but in the meantime will...
Thanks JEFF JOHNSON :thumbup:
Thanks paul, i did think the hood was a replacement but wasnt 100% so thanks for that, sadly ive looked for any stampings and as of yet, cant see...
nice work! :thumbup:
Hi all, Ive just picked up a Tilley AL-10 and would very much appreciate any info on it, any help on its age roughly, originality of its parts...
hi paul m yes i did, all good, there was paraffin in it from what smelt like 1935, it was easily the worst smelling stale paraffin i've ever...
Hi all This is progress made so far, the tank has been stripped and degreased, ready for primer, the rear handle has been removed from the main...
step by step it is then! thanks for your suggestions, if it's ok with everyone, i will keep this post going, to keep it as one post and make it...
this poses another question, do people want to see the progress along the way? as it happens? or just the finished product? I have already...
many thanks Buggerlugs, :thumbup:
Many thanks everyone, your input and knowledge is much appreciated,:thumbup: I hope to fettle the lamp back to its former glory, the guy i got it...
Anthony, it appears to be yes, i thought it was a nameplate or something simular at first, but it is blank, and inside the refector there is a...
your welcome podbros :thumbup:
Much appreciated Mackburner :thumbup:
This is what the ring looks like [ATTACH] [ATTACH] hope this helps
podbros the glass is held in place by a large copper ring with a bevel on it, that fixes to the outer rim, via 4 nuts and bolts.
Hi all Not been posting for awhile, however, i have been collecting treasures ready for winter, some of which will be posted, here is just one......
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