Nicely spotted, @Anthony.
Les I have plenty of Aussie kerosene 249s. One or two Aussie 242Bs (will let one go). And three 201s (I’ll let one go). Whatever you choose,...
Thanks, @Jörg Wekenmann, @Reinhard & @Carlsson I figured it was “modern” and most likely reproduction, but I’m curious as to when and where it...
I have just acquired this Petromax sign. It is heavy steel and ceramic; 56cm diameter with 4 fastening holes; and weighing about 2.20 kilograms....
I shall scout the shed. Tony
Nice! Tony
As I said above, we don’t know what the two letters after the date mean. If you look through the Reference Gallery you will see that dated X246...
The “XA” stamped on the bottom of the Tilley tank after the date is not a model designation. We’re not sure what it is, but Tilley has this on...
If you apply lacquer make sure it’s fuel proof and you can cure it properly (not high temperature curing). The alternative is to use a soft...
@LesRiekie For Shellite (don’t use ULP), check out Coleman 242B: 242 & 246 letter variants, 2243 For kerosene, check out Coleman 249: 249,...
Where the speculum plating has eroded or corroded, the best you can do for shine is to polish by buffing after the corrosion is gone. I use...
Thanks, Ian. Cheers Tony
Tell me what kind of Coleman you want. They are not hard to find in my shed. Cheers Tony
Very nice! Tony
@tandm7 The gear I’ve seen “MRD” on were most likely “Main Roads Department” (also DMR at other times). Do you know what State or city of...
Thanks for the detail on your V1 SwiftLite, @Darryl Durdin. Cheers Tony
@podbros The pricker lever has broken off and the generator is wrecked. But the tip/jet might be ok. I’m now pondering whether this lamp is a...
Great work, @LesRiekie! What great thing to do. Cheers Tony
Also, look through here: First renovation. Tony
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