Hi All, I purchased this Wards Western Field lantern (dual-mantle model 60-9523) from a resale shop yesterday. It appears to be in superb condition. I know these differ from most typical gas lanterns in that they combine the pump and fuel fill in one fount opening, and rely on o-rings for sealing. I have ordered replacement o-rings from Old Coleman Parts, as the o-ring design concerns me a bit and I figure it is best to start from new. Does anyone have any insight on these lanterns and perhaps a parts diagram? Also, can I use Coleman 21 mantles or a Peerless equivalent? Also, a source for replacement decals? Thanks so much.
The pump is potentially the weakest link, which I encountered in its incarnation in a Ted Williams stove HERE.
Use the search feature on Coleman Collector's Forum. There are a number of threads on replacing the 3 o-rings as well as the well hidden 4th o-ring.
