Ever Ready torch on stand

Description

A large lantern style torch on a metal stand incorporating a carrying handle. The outer casing of the torch is made from compression moulded grey, red, green and white mottled urea formaldehyde. The bulb has a metal reflector and lens cover made from cellulose acetate. Made by Ever Ready circa 1940s.
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Inscriptions

moulded: "EverReady ON/OFF" (underside of casing)

Object number

AIBDC : 006572SA

Date

1940 - 1949 (circa)

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Material

plastic
UF casing
urea formaldehyde
CA lens cover
cellulose acetate
metal reflector, handle and stand
Dimensions
Width
142mm
Height
125mm
Depth
155mm

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