Coleman 249 (Canada; March 1963)

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  1. Tony Press

    Tony Press Ukraine Subscriber

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    This Canadian Coleman 249, dated 3/63 was found in South Australia, along with another Canadian 249 dated 12/63 (here).

    This lantern was much more heavily used than its sibling.


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    "3 63"
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    The pump knob was heavily corroded.
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    The generator was heavily carbonised, but proved easy to clean.
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    Pyrex Coleman 550 globe
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    Up and running

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    On left, next to its 12/63 sibling.
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    Cheers

    Tony
     
    Tony Press, Jan 12, 2025
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  2. JEFF JOHNSON

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    Another good find!:thumbup:
     
    JEFF JOHNSON, Jan 12, 2025
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  3. ROBBO55

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    It's cleaned up nicely :thumbup:
     
    ROBBO55, Jan 12, 2025
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    Nice pair of 249's.
    They both don't look bad at all.
     
    Andrew T, Jan 14, 2025
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