Description: WWII Navy Portable Signalling / Morse Code Lantern for Boats No. W1020 Date 1942 This is a stunning collectors piece in original box, the lantern features a beautiful wood handle and brass fittings, it looks complete with battery, bulb and internal workings, the box comes with a lovely brass plate which has the serial no 673 and Year 1942 which both match what is on the inside of the lantern. The lantern fits perfectly into the box which has a recess for the handle to slot into so it does not move around in transit. This is a signalling lantern pattern no. W.1020 for boats, the boat signalling lantern is similar in design generally to the standard lantern W.1038 but with certain modifications to make it suitable for boats. The weather tightness is superior and screws are used to secure the top and bottom covers. See picture of information sheet from the authorised naval stores list. Condition is used but stunning for age, in original condition. everything looks complete and in good order, the trigger and mechanism all seems to work fine, the rubber eye piece is showing its age and is not as soft as it would have been from new, with original box which the leather handle, hinges and catches are all in good order, not tested. please review pictures. Additional Information... LanternYear - 1942Pattern No - W1020Serial No - 673Range - 2.5 milesCandle Power - 12Weight - 2.1kgHeight - 26cm BoxYear 1942Pattern No - W1020PSerial No - 673Height - 29cmLength - 20.5Width - 14cmWeight - 1.8kg Combined Weight - 3.9kg Despatched Parcelforce 48, combined postage available please message for more information. I have a number of vintage and military pieces for sale please feel free to take a look. Internal reference - Z2267-BR If you have any concerns regarding your purchase, please message me and I will aim to sort them as soon as possible. Returns Policy Returns are accepted within 14 days, goods must be in original condition as supplied to receive full refund. Returns postage is buyers' responsibility.
Price: 249.99 GBP
Location: Wylam
End Time: 2024-10-04T18:05:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 63.66 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Type: Field Gear
Year: 1942
Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
Era: 1914-1945
Country/ Organization: Great Britain
Weight (Including Box): 3.9kg
Service: Navy
Theme: Militaria
Height: 29cm
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Range: 2.5 miles
