Tilley 458

After letting it hang in the rafter for the last ten years or so I finally got around to fettling this little fellow.

Photo was taken in extremely bright sunlight so the mantle looks like it's barely burning. It actually has a nice bright glow.

 

Now that is in good shape; lucky you.

 

Nice work on re-fabricating the bug trap securing clip Reese. Could you remove it for a closer look please?

John

 

Nice one Reese, looking good!

Alec.

 

A very lucky find!

 

Splendid little fellow ! nice to see it running

 

@presscall John, I assume the clip is what you're asking about.

The original being machine made was a of course straighter, the bends neater and the wire was slightly thicker, .040" vs the .035" of my wire. But it does the job. It has just enough spring to grip the vaporizer just enough to hold the screen in place.

 

I love it, a fine addition to your collection and a matter of fact to anyone's collection.

 

@Reese Williams Yes, that clip. Perfect.