Beiträge von Bluesavage

Hi there!,

I'll have to check on that.

Best Regards,

K

There is no lettering on the bottom that I can see. It was very rusty before I restored it.

Yes it is very much like mine.

I believe you are right. I think it is a version of a british Sherwood Linley. The glass holder and lift look similar to the green lantern on this webpage.

https://sirkosdrive-jimdofree-…o&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en

Also, the wick riser button is badly pitted but I can see Sherwoods Ltd. on it.

Thank You Poe,

I think I've looked everywhere except the british lanterns. I'll look deeper in that direction.

Ken

Hello to all,

Does anyone recognize this lantern? I purchased it for the globe that was in it. There are no stampings other than 4MB on the smoke bell. It was described as a German lantern but I'm not sure. It was crudely repaired in the past and I would like to learn more about it before I start the restoration process.

Best Regards,

Ken

Hello Poe,

I asked Drew Goff of the Ontario Lantern website about the badge and his response was as follows;

"Hi Ken,

Thanks for reaching out! I talked to a German friend of mine and he said that tags like these were for 'jobber' lanterns. Essentially a lantern made by Frowo for another company and had their name put on it. Unfortunately, I don't know what company would have ordered this lantern. Since it's in English, I'd suspect it was either for an international company or made for import here.

Hope this helps a bit,

Drew"

In other words, we may never know. However, maybe one of us will stumble upon it one day.

Best Regards,

Ken

Hello Lutz,

Thank You. If I ever find out about the label I will certainly post the information here.

Cheers,

Ken

Hello Tjerk,

Thank you very much for the information.

Best Regards,

Ken

Hello Everyone,

Can anyone tell me the origin of this badge? It's on a Frowo 240.

Hello Joerg,

Thank you very much for the information.

Kind Regards,

Ken

Hello Jörg,

Would the Taifun 222 be considered rare?

Best regards,

Ken

Hello Lutz,

I have many German lanterns. Most are common, but this one is special to me because I think it is rare. I believe it was produced by Max Hänel of Schlettau in the 1920's, and that Herman Nier purchased his patents when Hänel went bankrupt in the later part of that decade. Apparently this one was for export to China. I welcome any corrections.

Best regards,

Ken

Hello Lutz,

Yes I attached the tab on the opposite side according to all the pictures I could find. However, there was remnants of a tab under the eyelet for the carrying handle on that air tube. I think the lamp had been restored sometime in the past, so perhaps someone before me placed it wrong or maybe it was accidentally done during manufacturing. I'm going to leave it like it is since I don't plan to sell it and I really enjoy it. Now I'm on the hunt for my next project.

Cheers and best regards!,

Ken

Hello Lutz,

Thanks for the compliment. That's very interesting how you made the tabs. I have a friend that has a metal shop so if I need to make some I will use your pictures for a reference. I have many tubular lanterns but I think my favorites are the Germans. The steel is superior.

Best regards,

Ken

Hello to all,

I am not a professional restorer. I do this as a hobby in my spare time. For some reason I am fascinated by these antique objects.The lamp was derusted and finished with Ballistol and several coats of Penetrol. It looks better than my cheap camera phone shows. Thanks to everyone for the information.

Best regards,

Ken

Hello Lutz,

Can you tell me when the production period was?

Thanks,

Ken

I've been mixing Ballistol and Penetrol 50/50 with good results. I brush it on liberally, let it sit a few minutes, then wipe off the excess and hang to dry. I repeat the process several days until I'm satisfied with the results.

I use 'Penetrol' often. In Europe I believe it is called 'Owatrol' (?). It is very easy to apply.

Hello Lutz,

My first name is Ken. The lamp is currently in my electrolysis tank for rust removal. It did not have a glass when I bought it and I plan to put an unmarked glass in it until I can find one that is embossed with 'Frowo' or 'Made in Canada'. I am not planning on removing the blaker. I will try to straighten the bars if possible. I have an old retaining plate that I may be able to use but if not it's not a problem.

I will post pictures when I am finished with the restoration.

Thank you very much for the information, it is greatly appreciated.

Best Regards,

Ken