Yeah the globe was what originally attracted me. Phoenix brand. It has a curious red tint on the bottom. They presumably churned these out, so I’m...
Sharing some pictures of a Tilley Guardsman that I restored and then added a patina to the tank. I didn’t like the bright brass so I tried to...
RAF blue-grey BS.33 “Originally, RAF Blue Grey was BS 381 No.33. When BS 381C was issued in 1948, the numbering was changed to a three figure...
I found this nice summary on AI. It seems to have mainly come from extensive discussions on military enthusiast forums. [ATTACH] “BS 381 was the...
Thanks @MYN, I hadn’t thought to look up patents. So that proves me wrong because alkyd paints weren’t developed until the 1920s. But it answers...
Hi Chris, indeed BS381c has a large range of colours, and I understand they changed during and since the war, with new camouflage colours coming...
I’ve acquired a 1943 Vapalux 300 in very poor condition that has unfortunately been overpainted in its life. I’ve been looking into paint colours...
A couple of final photos showing the vitreosil globe on this PL53.
Another update on this grand PL53. All components were fully glued up by decades old black tar. Blowtorch and nail polish remover needed. The tank...
An update on this poor lamp. Not a pretty sight. I can’t undo the burner without damaging it I think. So it’ll just be basic corrosion removal...
Based on the Bank of England converter, the globe would cost £25 today and the wire basket £1. I shall lavish all my care and attention on that £1...
I’ll let you know when I’ve fettled it. Completely seized and in a bad way with the burner looking like a green furry monster. I’ll report back here.
Thanks @Anthony where can I find said newsletters? Incredible how you guys find these things. I’m also wondering what modifications they refer to....
I can’t see a seam. If there is, they did a good job. What does that mean?
That’s the one. None of these posts or images have the words opaque or frosted in them. Now I know it’s Vitreosil I can see there was discussion...
I have a PL53 with an opaque globe. Have members seen one before? I’ve hunted online but haven’t found an equivalent, not even on a table lamp....
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