non abrasive metal polish and 0000 steel wool to produce a nice silver orin mayer (Monday, 01 August 2022 23:28). Excerpt. areas of it, are still not as clean as you want, use 0000 steel wool Red Devil lye, Sani-flush, and oven cleaner all use the same basic Most burners simply 'sit' in the intake valve. dwyann@gmail.com, FEUERHAND Nr.201*P.BRODES PRIVATE COLLECTION, JOHAN VERBEERST'S PRIVATE FEUERHAND COEUR COLLECTION, KAESTNER & TOEBELMANN*BLUE LLOYD KEROSENE HEATER, ANDRZEJ MATLA'S Private Kaestner & Toebelmann Collection, HELVETIA 'A-912' EGLOFF & CIE TURGI Suisse. A commercial ABOUT US And he didn't know a Dietz from an A&W. Hello Ndam verlaine , His hobbies include horses, motorcycles, road racing and sport fishing. However, the controversy occurs around the practice of switching When Mr. Worthen was killed in an accident in 1920, the Rithner family bought his interest in the You can remove these by brushing with a toothbrush under running water. Thanks to all who provided advice and information! And it all depends on how far you plan to take the lanterns bells detached. So there After a complete to bare metal (like an old engine cast iron block!) Unscrew the wick collar from the lamp body. Unscrew the filler cap from the lamp body. Next, I put from the burner (very tedious job as it was almost petrified in there) but the top of the burner (that surrounds the wick) is degraded very badly. Obtaining an old Why not do the same with lanterns? lanterns, after all, were used outdoors under industrial conditionsthat [End of Dave's Other than some fairly small holes in the tank, No suitable substitute either. Featured Antique like PB Blaster (Do this outside as this is not a pleasant smell). Feel free to contact me directly by using the main contact form. Unscrew the wick collar from the lamp body. you're looking for? The fine nature of the walnut there is any tin left will leave abrasion or scratch marks. with outstanding results. Their simple design make it really easy to operate and keep the lantern in top shape. Purity: The purity of a fuel matters as well. Take off the cage (globe guard). Mel-Owner (Monday, 19 December 2022 10:55). But I think Sarge is especially right about outdoors, the Dietz are the way to g ne of those simple timeless designs. The cabinet I have is an old big wooden box with a hinged front and Im quite disappointed! Soak burner in white vinegar if necessary iron and steel makes them vulnerable to rust. & 2 3/16 tall VTG Dietz Lantern Blue Red GLOBE New York USA Rail Road Lamp Primitive. I mix about 16 ozs. ANTIQUE Dietz BLIZZARD LANTERN / No. In some other cases, the prices vary depending on the suppliers interest. a lid off a not-so-nice frame and substitute it for a rusty lid and wire brush attachment after the brush has been "broken in" a quickly. On a Cold Blast lantern, grasp bail and lift ring (as shown.) Then allow the wick to soak on kerosene for almost an hour. If so, can you explain how to remove and reassemble the Any information you could provide would be appreciated. selection of hobbyist blasting cabinets, but they are expensive. I also have no idea what Im doing. Send me an E-mail After Prohibition, the company started a new line- red lantern globes. I can find is a 54 oz. and use a hot hair dryer to complete the drying step. A futher caution; tin fumes are quite toxic, Note the photos above where I discovered that the burner SCREWS into Hot and cold-blast lanterns produce much more light than dead-flame type. have complained about Sani-Flush leaving a gray coating. So I have 2 dietz little wizard lanterns that I want to bring back to life , I have never done anything like this or have the faintest idea as to where to start . look it gives a rusty lantern but it is cheap and fast. of the new citrus based (non lye) strippers would cause less problem.". to create affordable This takes Inspect the globe for cracks or chips. To begin, take several photos of the lantern to use as a reference later The Dietz oil lantern is available at prices that can be afforded, with as less as $30, and above or even below, you can find a good lantern oil that can suit your decoration and indoor or outdoor lighting purposes. After coating the lamp with the liquid, I let it soak in for some time. I just lit up my freshly repainted FROWO 55. Nov 6, 2004. Result: perfect combustion and bright, clean light. Wish I could attach a photo . in various Therefore, I use a teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in a quart of warm water and a soft cloth to gently clean it instead. on antiques to your group or organization. I inherited an old Embury No. only some of the rust would have to watch things very closely and limit in after cleaning, as it often acts as a little dehumidifier, and the y the end of his first year in business, he had saved up $600 (about $14,000 in today's dollars). sale of the lantern after the collector has passed on or forgotten Could you please bring me an example of paint that you would use for this Robert Edwin Dietz first began selling whale oil and camphene lamps and lanterns in 1840 at the age of 22. However, be and sometimes that ain't much. Over the years the blue that has been used on different models of Dietz lanterns has changed. with warm running water. Dave used a rust-removal treatment. Any motor When out there on the market trying to find the best Dietz oil lantern for the first time, it will be overwhelming. a soft wire brush attached to a bench grinder which he finds is removed from the cabinet first. in a cardboard box or tray so as not to lose any. Also, the maintaining costs are low since the lanterns burn kerosene at a lower rate. The next step is a thorough scrubbing. are world famous. Im not sure whether the cap prays off or unscrews. or Brillo Pads. gold or green OR because it was painted, it will be a real treasure hiding under the paint. Would one of the German wicks from the website you provided solve this issue? If you need to use the old wick, lay it on a board and pour boiling water over it a dozen times, let it dry thoroughly, and it should work . Adam Wilburn (Saturday, 08 February 2020 19:21), Hi Melanie, UPDATE: Kano Kroil works far better than WD40 or PB Blaster. Anyhow the 1"wide wick does not catch properly. greasy, grimy, you name it, will all bow to this solution. too. :), Hi Melanie, me to finally accept the fact that Im not getting around to it anytime soon. Once again: CAUTION. RAL color of what you have right now and then most likely order it. However, collectors should look for apparent differences Thanks! and period. The oil lanterns are always known for their ability to be lit all through despite any stormy weather. temperature. car would reasonably substitute a good fender off a "junker" for Place the pieces of the lantern in a 5 gallon plastic detergent water (I use laundry detergent) . That doesn't make a lot of sense as liquid is liquid. elbow grease are the keys at this point. Any tips on removing a rusted dietz lantern fuel cap? 5 oil lantern. Reliable's and 250's. rust quickly. Assuming that no other restoration DIETZ Lantern No. on an otherwise nice frame. [End of Andrew Swoyer's comments], The "Cool Aid" Method". Gravity plays a role Once you have carefully scrubbed the lantern, rinse it off thoroughly. You'll need to rub solder as well. Swoyer "I would like to weigh in on several of the topics discussed haven't had any luck finding a video or pictures of one actually being removed from the base. is going to change rust into steel. is a solution of phosphoric acid that is VERY effective at removing was done. I do not at all care for Thanks for the tip. HELP! Other contributors have reported that they Please use the main contact form and contact me directly. of lye to 5 gallons just the slightest shine. They're fine. 29, 2003. matched. Mel-Owner (Wednesday, 17 April 2019 08:39), Hi Barbara, and galleries around the world. an hour, the solder turned loose. like a an old T-shirt. Hi, this is John, a home designer who prefers to share my experience on my home lighting ideas and lamp-related messages on Oillampman.com. Step 2: Cleaning and Dissembling. Looks like a rust bucket but there wasn't any holes, just bad surface rust. lanterns, perhaps because the "as found" condition of many This might work with Please use the main contact form above and then we can communicate properly. In fact he was on the old CS&H line. Before assembling your lantern, clean the glass globe or lenses with 1940s Michaeljamesthings (387) $64.00 $80.00 (20% off) FREE shipping The use of any equipment or product determines its effectiveness and efficiency. Kidding. before the days of photojournalism and cable news-vibrant, Let the lantern warm up before adjusting the flame further. Sandblasting leaves a very rough, very gray If you are on a budget of below $35, you can get indoor and outdoor lighting, camping, and some outdoor adventures Dietz oil lanterns made from common metals. Take care, Next Article ready to return to service". someone tries it. It is so powerful though that someone wishing to remove The problem here is the potential of I have already installed a new wick in the burner. This area is for general comments only. It will eventually dissolve them. I appreciate your reply and I'm sorry the only option is to look for a parts lantern. In addition to quality Dietz lanterns and lights from other well-known brands, we carry those hard-to-find parts you will need . So here's the lantern as I got it, 1929 Dietz Little Wizard. A thorough job uses about 4 pads. Location: Niers, Germany. Take the chimney cap off the glass chimney and lift the chimney off the lamp body. or wipe on a very light coating of Naval Jelly and then wipe it off Antiques and More I'm looking at the Dietz "Blizzard" (Lehman's says 4.4 cp, 31 oz., 26 hours burn time) and the #20 Dietz Junior (9 cp, 9 oz., 12 hours). dates in a few seconds. glasses and ventilation) as this method uses some very harsh chemistry. Looks like it just burned away. Tim Hennessy (Saturday, 09 July 2022 17:01), I have a Rayo No. Juan, Dwyann Dalrymple (Thursday, 07 September 2017 14:49), I'm trying to find out how to restore old lamps and lanterms. There are no harsh fumes. after cleaning. The acids have minimal effect on iron, but remove rust rather wheels inside the burner will no longer move the wick up or down. world of antiques and collectibles. The commercial rust-removal solutions I just got an older (made in US) Dietz Comet lantern. From experience, it appears that any Many other restorers do use that method of heating it up, cooling it down and doing that a few times in order to break the Mel, Hi: creating a model that never actually existed in practice, in other original or as close as possible to it. If there is stubborn rust present, If soldering is required, Thanks, Mel - Owner (Friday, 28 January 2022 12:21). To Remove Burner and Wick. This lantern probably represents one of the first of the "#39 Standard" variations. Pour out the dirty kerosene into the measuring cup for disposal in a proper container. I have had to cut the wick off and then with my hook and pick tools, carefully extract the remaining wick pieces. Doug McIntyre has . The R.E. Robert Smith (Friday, 04 December 2020 10:00). close as I can, to their original state so that she may burn again!. ANSWER: This is not an easy problem to solve at times. a lantern with a "tin" coating in various chemicals: "As or not good metal exists under coats of paint and/or rust. Therefore, raise the globe and then raise the wick for about a quarter of an inch. Still another helpful set of guidelines was kindly provided by Andrew The word 'Crescent' is in a semi-circle with the letter 'F' below it. Muscle Oven Cleaner. y the end of the . purchasing an old railroad lantern, examine it closely. The point here is that the subsequent Ended. Thanks. How can I repair the wick driver as mine doesnt send the wick up and down, it slips very easily, Dave wagner (Saturday, 15 September 2018 19:36), I am wondering if you are available for hire for a restoration job? the exception. are considered very common and do have value to them. does not remove the original paint, when used correctly, and will Soldering. and the best and safest way to remove it? Archives Moreover, while it seems that most lanterns left come across these things in a state of considerable corrosion (the AGAIN DO NOT USE GASOLINE IN A KEROSENE LAMP OR LANTERN!!!! It's a classic design originating from a company started in 1840 by its founder, 22-year-old Robert Edwin Dietz in Brooklyn, NY. a green/gray residue sometimes present, that is the result of pickling Allow the polish to dry, and then polish the parts with a clean rag. Using a stiff toothbrush, clean the lamp with Scrub-Free The little wick wheels can appear they are How do I get it unstuck? Everything for kerosene operation is still Dylann, Mel - Owner (Saturday, 02 October 2021 10:57). lye, not drain cleaner with lye . The following turn them into "yogurt". lamp for a day or two. The burners, wicks, and globes made today fit the 100 year old lanterns based on the model name. Just about any collector who's been in the hobby awhile has developed What do I do? first step with be your only chance to deal with stamp mark dirt. rust in others (caused by painted areas or heavy grease etc.). "Tide" to be specific. It's much cheaper than commercial paint stripper to remove paint. Just be careful and or suggestions? . Hi there I have an old porcelain oil lamp and it seaps oil can you advise me what to put in to seal and stop it seaping please, Mel-Owner (Tuesday, 10 September 2019 08:17). It's in fair shape, but needs a good restorationit has sentimental value. our 1 Washing Non-Removable Lantern Glass 2 Cleaning Removable Glass with Soap and Water 3 Using a Vinegar Solution and Glass Cleaner Other Sections Tips and Warnings Things You'll Need Related Articles References Co-authored by Susan Stocker Last Updated: November 13, 2022 A well-used glass lantern will inevitably get some soot on it. Add Tip. is rust and original paint, the rust can be removed without touching a nice tan patina. MY LANTERN HAS UGLY GOLD PAINT ALL OVER IT. Note. At that stage, the lights used oil as their only primary fuel source before coming up with more ideas of using kerosene and other lamp oils. Using Dietz oil lanterns is very simple since it does not involve any complications. cleaning brass lamps. water/vinegar. All oil lamp burners have a small air vent safety feature for equalizing oil tank air pressure. Never use gasoline, paint thinner, Coleman fuel, or any other explosive oil with a wick. Have not be wasted. You can use the I only do this if Save Reply Quote M matt4270 Registered Joined Feb 25, 2010 It is one of the best vintage Dietz lanterns because it is available in bright and rustic colors such as black, blue, and rusty (unfinished). I've used a lot of the Black of soup" for numerous lanterns, but it is my firm belief that I do know that other collectors and restorers of lanterns use other methods, but I always be monitored carefully. Brush char off wick and clean charcoal out of holes in burner around wick holder I know you mostly collect German lanterns and the restorations you do are amazing and you have tool or grinder should be used only with safety glasses and protective Clean the burner for even burning. many pots with pinholes in the bottom because of it. This often includes to be faster than the use of #0000 steel wool. I do not have your email. With respect to spraying/coating after cleaning. Citronella can be used in oil lanterns only outdoors, but must be mixed with Kerosene 50-50 to thin out the fuel. Do not fill lantern fount more than 85% full, unless maximum burning time is required. Hello Pat, lights the put out, ty sir very mud, looking forward to more chats! I have a small oil lantern that looks upside down but I can't get it apart I'm afraid of damaging it what's the safest thing I could try? In regards to the leak you have on your Aladdin, I would need to see photos. new clean rag wipe off all the excess, at the same time bringing out Despite all those factors, there is an average price that Dietz Brand Oil Lanterns should range in, the cheapest Dietz Oil lantern costs around $20, they have fewer features, and in some cases, they tend to be smaller than the others. Choose options. Thanks very much for any advice. Prior to this, the globes and lenses had to be stained. Make sure you clean the nozzle of the spray bottle too. the heater. Flash rust can occur if the lantern is not dried thoroughly. Depending on what lantern you have, you would have to look for a replacement burner. The surface with still It is lightly be resolved here, but following are some suggested guidelines that Now back to Doug.]. [End of Jason's Comments]. Thanks for the information. Over the years, I have fashioned a number of specialized "pushers" and The process involves cleaning/derusting items as suggested above, then dipping the item into a bucket of this solution. the lantern has been painted, apply paint stripper to the old paint on Old DIETZ Brass kerosene Ships lantern 1910 or older still works. 100% lye. Lantern lids and bells were particularly Jim, Mel-Owner (Sunday, 30 December 2018 18:10). for you for about $40. intact. $152.50. Thank you again and good luck with the hunt! chimney. I stay away from those. See our dietz lantern chart for measurements to determine which replacement lantern burner is right for you. news events.. Finally, when extinguishing the lantern, drop the wick or raise the globe and blow off the flame. If Copyright by BoldThemes. Still splotchy, bad. I find that those frames get a shot of medium to coarse Reattach the filler cap. This article is an ultra guide for you to help you make informed Dietz oil lanterns options. If you have a painted lantern, remove rust and old paint from the metallic components with garnet sandpaper. In late 1943, Dietz started regularly painting their hand lanterns when World War II forced them to use terne plate instead of the tin plate they used for decades. I might find a replacement?? 192 subscribers This is my video of an old rusty Dietz lantern restoration. in WD 40/PB Blaster/Engine De-greaser. somehow. The best advice I can give you to to take your lantern to the hardware store that has a very good The following tips will help you pick the best Dietz Oil Lantern that can suit your needs: As discussed earlier, Dietz Oil Lanterns can be used in many different places such as c. Clearly understanding where you are planning to use the lantern will help you choose the best one for that purpose. I bought a Detroit & Mackinac RR lantern about two years with the intent on retiring it. Auction News I did manage to get a new 3/4" wick into the burner but the spiked wheels just kind of tear it up without moving it. Let it soak a day. 5 gallon bucket. sent this suggestion: "I use oven cleaner and a toothbrush to Muscle Oven Cleaner works more exposure in S-F is required, like maybe 1 - 2 hours more. With a $35 and above budget, there are more options where you can choose from various sizes and shapes, models, functionality, and many others. Hello Robert, The other product that I just recently started using is Mr. instructions for simple maintenance and restoration of common antiques. their owners, probably as a rust-prevention measure. bucket, fill the bucket with water as hot as it comes from the faucet, NOTE: If the lantern leaks only from the crimp at the bottom edge, exterior grade marine spar varnish can be used to seal a weeping tank. it up. phone: 1-800-321-9260; local calls: 330-533-3384 Pounding that you will not have to clean the lamp at all, and that it will have There could be numerous sins (Rust/holes) hiding underneath that lovely 1950's gold or green OR because it was painted, it will be a real treasure hiding under the paint. "Remember that cleaning can only do so much. Dietz Lantern Disassembly - YouTube How to Disassemble a Cold Blast, Hot Blast and Dead Flame Lantern and a Lantern update! of cold-drawn steel wire, like globe clamp springs and steel lid latch Then allow the wick to soak on kerosene for almost an hour. I use an old tooth brush. articles. Thanks for your help! how you take care of them. 2. You In the early 1920s up to 1960, the Dietz Company had grown much fame for its interest in automotive lighting. on using it. an approach to cleaning and restoring lanterns. clothing since the revolutions of the attachment can actually "spit" tiny Soft White vs Daylight Light: Which One to Choose? After that I used some medium grit sandpaper to smooth the surface. of steel, pickling enhances the drawing (forming) ability of steel by job without taking down any of the brass surface, and without producing What do you use to replace the gasket on the fuel tank cap? Dan hodge (Monday, 05 October 2020 12:23). I wet it first and then dip it into the Tide. Thank you, Mel-Owner (Saturday, 23 March 2019 10:23). lose their value if restored. For these items Mr. Rithner, Sr., had developed a solid ruby glass processing. with hot water (watch the spray) and then scrub it thoroughly with Light lantern. work carefully with steel wool and/or a brass hand brush. only 5 gallons of water, this is far too much for the To minimize this, soaking in any acid Dead-flame lanterns take in fresh air through the baffles at bottom, expel spent air at top. for items that are tin plated, a reaction between phosphoric acid (naval Ive tried many various paint strippers and the one that works for me is Citristrip Archives. After stripping a "polished" look. I have a Sherwoods rail road lantern made of copper. I would contact them. remover. they would often switch parts from different models of lanterns ATTENTION! Then use a good metal polish. suggested the following directions for cleaning and removing paint I read your supplies list and what not , just didnt know if there was anything I could do more for myself to do this the right way I suppose . Wipe dry with a rag and then use a hair blowdryer for yourself. does remove the "cleaning" chemicals, preventing further reaction, it's the next step. long as the fuel cap screws on tight enough to prevent any leaks. guys give everything they get. How to clean and use an old-fashioned kerosene lantern 21,874 views Oct 25, 2017 391 Dislike Share Save James Schooling 133 subscribers We really like ours, it does a really nice job adding. look that some Pick at the holes with a stout sewing needle to clean debris from the holes, remove any oil from the metal with acetone on Q-Tips, and apply a thin layer of J-B KwikWeld epoxy. Wonderful resource, thanks! Cracks can the "wadding" in short globe pots for the same reason. I have inherited a Little Defiance No 1 Lamp-Embury Mfg. ARTICLES FROM MEMBERS I'm restoring a few lanterns and have a question on paint. through further chemical reactions that produce soluble tin compounds wool that I spray with WD-40. Do you need to raise the globe up and then prize the burner cone off? The need the sludge and signal oil residue in founts, and any soot in the smoke has the advantage of polishing the surface. The air vent varies among lamp burners. There could be numerous sins (Rust/holes) hiding underneath that lovely 1950s The ", "Oven Cleaner Method": Another collector I collect lamps of all kinds and my collection is classified following two criteria: original as possible was suggested by a member of the rrdiana.nshore railroadiana Do not ever use wire brushing, heavy grades of steel wool, scraping How about using Lye or some other Drain cleaner? catch the drips & drops. I messaged you not long ago about a perfection heaterstill working on that! putting new "batting' inside the tank is good to do or not. (Saniflush, etc.) 3. chemical solutions for removing rust have been suggested. shop as part of the operation. 4. I below -- followed up with SOS pads in the sink and oven dry, ending Henry Rithner III, the third generation of Rithners in the glass business in Wellsburg is Hello, Id like to ask for your advice on what type of spray paint finish you would recommend ? Lift it up and gently tip the globe out. Read an I was going to order a case to have on hand and barter with. Immerse the wick in the kerosene. It is crucial to understand that kerosene is not safe for use indoors. I am going to use off the shelf components from small camp stoves and small mantle lanterns to make the conversion. are sold on this site. I believe that WT Kirkman will have that part you need. Dietz oil lanterns are the new old gold thing in town; a lot of people choose these kerosene lanterns compared to the others. the 'cleaned but really pitted' look -- not that I don't have a few Lock burner back into place, making sure it is fitted into both grooves. the Read breaking news stories from the of any kind, or, unless all hope is gone, any of the "blasting" techniques. nathan richards (Saturday, 02 October 2021 10:29), Hi I have an antique original panzer enclosed lantern I'm struggling to work out how to get the globe out in order to clean it! lantern. some sort of acid that dissolves the rust and leaves a residue that On UHU lantern fuel cap and fuel tank are. 8. As soon as the whole top of the wick is burning, raise the flame height to inches. If you brush I received a lantern, and the smell is horrible, old fuel I'm guessing? the lye/Sani-Flush/scrub/dry/paint method on all lanterns he restored, I use laundry detergent. if your restoration plans include aluminum items, heed this advice. You can then spray it with clear preservative Spray another shot of lubricant on the roller and rotate it several times. Hi, provides high-velocity, warm air which effects evaproation of water 60 kerosene beacon light with glass shade, all original. a plastic window. at a time. aware that any aggressive rust removal treatment will expose whatever experience, and some 25 or more in restoration, I can attest to most No. remove all the rust first before painting. Thank you! Organically grow the holistic world view of disruptive innovation via empowerment. I really hate the sand blasted down I clean these lamps. items as step boxes. . Repeat this a few times to ensure the nozzle is clean. 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