VINTAGE COLEMAN CANADA 201 KEROSENE CUSTOM NICKEL LANTERN 1/54 & CASE UNFIRED
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Description
This is a VINTAGE COLEMAN CANADA 201 KEROSENE CUSTOM NICKEL LANTERN 1/54 & CASE UNFIRED.This is a custom 201 kerosene lantern. It has been professionally converted to the specifications of a Coleman 201 kerosene lantern.... The fuel air tube has been removed and has been replaced with a pickup tube in the valve assembly. The generator has been changed to a 201 generator and a pre-heat cup has been added.
You will also receive the period matching diamond decal metal carry case.
This lantern's vent is red. It is porcelain enamel, NOT PAINTED.
Production year marked on this lantern is January 1954 (1/54). This production date is close to the initial time of production for these nickel lanterns in Canada.
This lantern was made by Coleman Canada in the Toronto plant.
Globe has no visible chips or cracks and has the Coleman white parallelogram logo, MADE IN GERMANY.
A proper water submersion test was done on this lantern. The fount holds pressure and at the completion of the testing, there were no visible leaks.
Since this lantern was fully disassembled, cleaned, re-assembled, and tested, it has been returned to it's un-fired status as per Coleman's original factory specifications.
The tip cleaner and fuel knob work and are neither stiff nor sloppy.
While this lantern is clean, tested and restored, it is being sold "as is." It is an old lantern approaching 70 years old. It will contain nicks, chips, scratches, dents, flea bites, imperfections, and patina. Unless I indicate it's a brand new sealed unit, it isn't. If that's what you're looking for, this isn't it. Please be aware of that before making your bid so there is no confusion or misunderstanding on the subject.
MAKE SURE YOU LOOK OVER THE PHOTOS AND ASK ANY QUESTIONS ON THIS BEFORE YOU BID. PRESUME NOTHING! I CANNOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH! THE PHOTOS WILL SAY SO MUCH MORE THAN I CAN EVER WRITE! THE IMAGES ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.
Shipping
Shipping is done Canada Post for Canadian destinations or USPS for U.S. destinations.Freight rates include all applicable fees and are calculated by dimensional weight.
I pack items extremely well to insure they make it safely to their destination.Live outside the U.S. or Canada? I can likely ship to you. Please contact me for a shipping quote. I combine shipping on multiple items sold and will refund the difference.Unless otherwise stated all items are shipped with a tracking number and are typically covered for more than full value of the item guaranteeing no matter what, there is no risk to you.
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I have done my best based on the item in hand and the research I have done to determine the items I have are as described. I am not an expert. Just someone selling my personal items. The final decision rests with you the buyer. If you're unsure or have questions, the time to ask is before making a bid so I can allay any concerns or questions you have. Your bid means that what I am selling and what your bidding on are in agreement.My items come from many places such as estate picks, auctions, flea markets, garage sales, swap meets, etc. I cannot guarantee that these items come from a pet free or smoke free environment unless I specifically indicate as such.
Payment is expected within three business days of the close of the listing unless it is a buy it now listing. I promptly relist items not paid for.Canadians - applicable taxes are required to be paid based on your province (BC/AB/SK/YK/NWT/NU/QUE) - 5%, MB/ONT - 13%, NB/NS/NF - 15%, PEI - 14%. Tax numbers available upon request. If you're unwilling to pay these taxes I cannot legally sell you this item. Be prepared to pay applicable taxes. Unless otherwise stated all items are sold as is where is with no warranty expressed or implied.
Questions? Feel free to ask. I typically answer questions within one business day if not sooner.
Offers? I am always open to reasonable offers on anything I sell. I also bundle items for a shipping discount as well where applicable.