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Silverstealth
10-08-2009, 07:26 PM
I have pulled out at £50, its got 14 hours left...

Sellers description.

"Vintage Bull's Eye Police path finder light lamp 1880/1890.

Such lamps were used by Police Personnel during night time as search light.

This bull's eye lamp has clip to hold.

Has very thick & large round glass which is in intact condition with no cracks or chips .

As well as this lamp can also be hanged bicycle & on the wall also.

The burner is in perfect running condition with brass clamp & brass cap for filling kerosene.

Has a reflector which is still bright & shining.

Has shutter which can be used when the lamp do not lit up.

The shutter can be closed & open with the help of a brass knob .

The burner has signature "J C & W.LORD , BIRMINGHAM "

The lamp measures 7" high.

The earlier owner got it repainted as it was little rusted , other wise the lamp is very old."

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Bob Hinton
10-09-2009, 05:33 AM
I would back off from this one as the postage asked is totally unrealistic. Most carriers would ship 12kg for £12, insured and next day delivery.