Another cool find in Yorkshire. A boxed, unfired 1986 SMP MIL-L-1594L (I’m guessing that’s the model number from the info on the box?). Some slight corrosion on the frame and cap and a small paint chip on the bottom rim but otherwise In great shape. Original glass in tact and looks really thick. Came with two spare generators two funnels and a mantle. The spare parts tube hasn’t been unpacked and appears complete which according to the box should contain a spare plunger cup, pricker assembly and what looks like a spanner and another mantle but I haven’t yet had the heart to unpack it. I may well leave it packed if I can get the spares to get it running without disturbing it. There was also a spares list folded up in the lantern. It has deteriorated somewhat but still makes an interesting read. Bought from an interesting guy who worked as a maintenance contractor on a US military base in Egypt in the 80’s. Apparently when the Americans left the base they left vast amounts of equipment behind. He brought home two souvenirs, the lantern and a decommissioned AK47. He had the AK47 in his garage where he was showing me the lantern, which I was slightly relieved was well wrapped up in a bin liner ready to go into storage. Going to be interesting learning about this one. Any advice on servicing and spares is most welcome. It definitely has a Coleman feel about it. Is there a link or compatibility?
Scott, what a great find. These lanterns, in this condition are a real treasure. When you fire her up you’ll experience the roar. They sound like a jet taking off ..... well nearly. Old Coleman parts have a range of spares for these, the following is the link. OldColemanParts.com Enjoy Pete
That's in good Nick for an S.M.P, this model was less refined to the Coleman model, hood was painted rather than enamel ect, so just bare this in mind if you light it as it won't be as mint after 10mins of running. I personally own two of these milspecs a Coleman and an S.M.P. Nice find well done!!
Not had time to touch this until now. I cleaned off the couple of spots of surface corrosion. Checked the leather which was oddly supple despite being in storage for 35 years, nipped the gland, filled her up with brake cleaner and away she goes. What a roar!
I have an SMP model. I have never removed the spares from the well so I am interested in seeing what is described as the "pricker assembly" . Also in the parts page there is listed " tool check valve" qty "0". Is this the same tool as used for standard Coleman lamps/lanterns?
