Hi guys I've got an undated X246 that has the October 1956 onwards style fount without the groove, ie, like the earlier 1950-1954 style founts...
Hi guys. I have two porkpie X246 lamps. They are very similar in all regards, ie possibly the same year 1948 or 1949, but I notice the variation...
Thanks Tony. It did make me wonder whether it was a transitional type therefore, making this X246 possibly a late 1949 or early 1950 model?...
Hi guys I recently purchased this 1950-54 X246 on account of it having a thin bezel rim pump. I wonder if this speculum plated thin bezel pump...
Goodo. I'll do just that. Cheers Simon
Cheers Tony. On the strength of that, I'll go directly to them. Very much appreciated. Thanks. BTW, Tony. Thanks very much for answering all my...
Hi guys. Can anyone recommend a supplier for good quality vapourisers for Tilley lamps and radiators? My mate and i bought a few from somewhere...
Hi guys. Here's a few pic's of Ross's late grandfather's 249 Scout. I should've included these last night with my initial...
Oh wow, March '45, that is early. Simon
Cheers Tony that's gold! Very much appreciated Simon
Hi Tony. Thanks for that. Yes, it will be very interesting to find out it's build date as accurately as is possible. Cheers Simon
Hello chaps My mate Ross has his late grandfather's Coleman 249 Scout (made in Canada) which has a date stamp that is either an 8 45 or is B 45?...
There is certainly a significant difference in light output when compared to a standard length Tilley burner tube. Considering that the lower part...
Hey guys. Thanks very much for the contacts, I'll certainly chase up a new glass. Cheers Simon
Howdy there crew. I was very recently given an Optimus 1551 that has done little to no work at all, but sadly it's globe has been broken...
Hi guys. I have been given an Optimus 1551 500cp lantern that is in extremely good condition, and I'd say has seen little to no use, but at some...
Thanks Colin you're a life saver. I agree! The thread looks coarse, giving the impression that it's a BSW (whitworth) thread. I did read a post...
Cheers Colin. Very much appreciated.
Hi guys. My X246 TIlley has an "iffy" thread on one of the bolts/studs on the tank where the cage leg nut threads onto. Only one bolt/stud appears...
Yeh that's what I've noticed with all you guys here at CPL, you're all so friendly and so willing to help. Cheers Simon
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