Agrette hand held torch

Front view of a torch showing the bulb cover.

Side view of a torch showing the smooth sides.

Rear view of a torch showing the moulded inscription on the end.

Side view of a torch showing the bulb holder removed.

Classification

Description

A small, hand held torch with a cylindrical battery compartment and screw on bulb and lens holder. The torch is made from compression moulded phenol formaldehyde and is dark brown in colour. It is operated by means of a metal sliding thumb switch on one side.

Designers & Manufacturers

Designer (Person)

Unknown

Manufacturer

Agrette

Inscriptions

moulded: "AGRETTE Regd. Design. Made in England." (base)

Object number

AIBDC : 005974

Rights

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Date

1930 - 1939

Country

Method

compression moulded

Material

plastic

bakelite - generic term

phenol formaldehyde

metal

Dimensions

Length

108mm

Diameter

33mm

Colour

brown