Our organization is a relatively young group which came together in early 1995 with a goal of preserving the history of blow torches, promoting collecting knowledge, and the trading and selling of torches within the group. The vintage blowtorch has amazing patina and a good amount of the label remains. The blow torch collectors association membership join and. Vintage blowtorches, an identification and rarity guide, is a 5 page blowtorch reference and rarity guide book, published in 2007 and reprinted in 2012. Its a blowtorch lamp and book lamp wrapped into one.
Early blowtorches used liquid fuel, carried in a refillable reservoir attached to the lamp. Sweet book ends garage, home and living, brewery, decoration, the darkest. The blow torch shows some wear and marks throughout. Blow torch blow out pt 4 pump repair by old sneelocks. Collectible blow torches guide torch, antique mall. Check out our vintage blow torch selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our tools shops. A blowtorch, or blowlamp uk, is a fuelburning tool used for applying flame and heat to various applications, usually metalworking.
Blowtorches and soldering tools have been used in metalwork for applying heat to metal, or for joining two pieces of metal to one another hundreds of years. The craft studio typewriter boneyard turns old books into desk lamps, often. The joint was allowed to cool then wrapped securely. Find great deals on ebay for blow torches and vintage blow torches. Welding torches can be used for more than simply fusing metals together. Frequenhtly asked questions zangobobs blow torch heaven. This means that knowing how to weld pays big bucks in the current market source. I have spent many hours thumbing through the book and it has helped me to identify some torches i have been confused about.
New blow torch reference book more vintage blowtorches. The term blowlamp usually refers to liquidfuelled torches. The main fuel jet assembly was found to be blocked up with a solid build up of carbon. Then from left to right, theres a sears craftsman, a claytonlambert, and a turner in the early stages of restoration. Finally, all blow torches must have a control system that will allow the fuel. Collectible blow torches guide torch, antique mall, collection. Vintage blow torch lamp with edison bulb i love lamp, industrial lighting. In this instructable, im converting an antique brass blowtorch into an accent lamp. Vintage advertising and signs 1 vintage blow torches 1 vintage coolers 1 vintage fishing reels 2 vintage lanterns 37 vintage oil cans 1 vintage oilers 1 vintage stoves 8 blogroll. The blow torch collectors association membership join. The wire wheel work is complete and the tank has been stripped for painting. This collection features perforated nozzles, wooden handle pieces, and brass fuel canisters.
Industrial lighting man cave decor art deco vintage blow torch lamp. More vintage blowtorches ronald carr, charles smith. The association has collected an immense amount of information about makers and models of blowtorches, blowlamps and related devices in two books, vintage blowtorches and more vintage blowtorches, with a guide to the rarity of individual models. Produced from the late 1800s into the 1950s, they show. Webster universal dictionaries 1968, kennedy the torch is passed 1964. You are purchasing a 334 page blow torch reference and rarity guide book, more vintage blowtorches, an identification and rarity guide. I do not know of any rule book anywhere that says one way is the right way. Its from the unique manufacturing company out of chicago. Jul 19, 2006 i have been told to polish them up and find them a new home. The mention here of blow torches post war fits the butler coleman time frame, but, whilst advertisements for blow torches appear some are reproduced here, blow torches as such do not appear in any known coleman product or parts catalogues, although the coleman 300 series blow lamps appear in an export catalogue of around 1948. The book includes every known blow torch, firepot, and other related items that were manufactured in the us and canada. During the past 20 years or so, welding has become an unpopular career choice. The torch head has two needle valves, which are circular knobs that control the flow of either the oxygen or the fuel gas. Want to learn more about the blow torches shown in the photos then join our group.
The round red blow torch is actually more of a cowboy canteen shape. Please note that this item may contain hazardous materials. This is a test with my vintage blow torch filled with kerosene. Torch photo by john jaress third torch is a real prize to him, and according to the index in the vintage blowtorches reference book, it is a fivestar rated torch. A professional blowtorch usually consists of a cylinder of fuel gas, a cylinder of oxygen, two gas regulators, two hoses, the torch and the tip. All of the blow torches put out by the turner works are unexcelled for tool room purposes, quotes the manufacturing and wholesale industries of chicago, 1919, being quick in operation, convenient and economical. Blow torch, vintage brass blow torch, old blow torch, kerosene torch, vintage brass blow torch, metal torch uptheantiqueco. Antique can of white gas for blow torches, still has a little inside the can.
Among the new pages youll find a history of blowtorches, and an index to btcas. Blowtorches produce an exceptionally hot flame and harnesses that heat to mold and cut metal. A blowtorch is one of those things that is instantly recognized for what it is, even by those who havent seen one before. These antique tools are a great collectors item, and collecting these vintage items will provide you with a unique display. They can also serve as cutting torches for thicker materials as well. The hoses that connect the steel cylinders to the torch are made of strong, flexible material, usually rubber. It is already as covered with soot as the first book.
Of the group, two are marked with turner, and one is marked sycamore, ill. Antique blow torch with brass soldering iron, smelting solder crucible burner fire pot stove, lead melting cast iron pot and ladle, and a stilson pipe wrench, nice kit to add to your antique plumbing collection. Today, there is a vast and growing need for welders. The blow torch was kept in a central area away from flammables and the solder cup heated periodically as you were joining wires. Aug 19, 2014 this is a test with my vintage blow torch filled with kerosene.
May 26, 20 the blow torch was kept in a central area away from flammables and the solder cup heated periodically as you were joining wires. Vintage max sievert benzine blow torch restoration project these are the parts, burner complete with fuel wick etc, pump valve also cleaned and checked, seals changed as needed. Buy a custom made handmade upcycled antique blowtorch lamp. Finally, all blow torches must have a control system that will allow the fuel flow and therefore the flame intensity, to be adjusted or shut off. The book includes an extensive listing of blowtorches, firepots, and other related items that were manufactured in the us and canada.
This is a follow on book to the first reference book, vintage blowtorches, that was published in 2007 and reprinted in 2012 and 2019. This is an offer for membership into the blow torch collectors association btca. The only markings i can find on it are on the handle where it is marked 100 a. A blowtorch, or blowlamp uk, is a fuelburning tool used for applying flame and heat to various applications, usually metalworking early blowtorches used liquid fuel, carried in a refillable reservoir attached to the lamp. To avoid confusion, the hose containing oxygen typically is green, while the fuelgas hose is red. Coinsandmoreonlie antique brass blow torch circa 1920 antiqueblowtorch1920good this is a really nice looking blowtorch. This was before the twist on connectors we use today were common. The joint was allowed to cool then wrapped securely in electrical tape to prevent any chance of shorting.
Btca has published the torch periodical since 1995 in the usa. The wooden handle on it has split over the years and someone has repaired it. If you collect coleman stuff, this is a great place to get info and advice. Check out our antique blow torch selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our tools shops. More vintage blowtorches ronald carr, charles smith, graham. See more ideas about vintage antiques, vintage and antiques. This is either due to an increased interest in blow torch collecting or due to more antique dealers selling on the internet, or possibly. Antique brass blow torch circa 1920 antiqueblowtorch. Profit woodworking learn how to start woodturning with this amazing book. Unfollow vintage blow torch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The adjuster knob on the torch says it was made by the otto bernz company of rochester, ny.
If you are interested enough in vintage blow torches to buy carr, smith and stubbs first book vintage blowtorches, you will to compelled to buy this book. New blow torch reference book more vintage blowtorches, 334. Reviewed in the united states on september 18, 2016. The tip attaches to the torch head, and people change it. I also joined the blow torch collectors association. I went to a car boot sale on sunday, and paid 30p for an old. Collectible blow torches guide the collector, inventions, vintage antiques. A blow torch must have a carburetor, which consists of the orifice, burner head and the air holes in same, as well as a chamber where the fuel and air are mixed together for combustion. Gas blowtorches, even professional ones, are fairly simple constructions. New blow torch reference book vintage blowtorches 5 pgs includes rarity index. I have been told to polish them up and find them a new home. It is in excellent shape, all the parts move, and theres even still original paint on the.
Im taking apart the pump and checking for leaks in the check valve or cracks in the body. Antique blow torch for sale in uk view 29 bargains. The wall street journal suggests that young people entering the workforce are deferring to more whitecollar, less dangerous professions. Their basic design has not really changed in the past century. A blowtorch, or blowlamp uk, is a fuelburning tool used for applying flame and heat to. Dick sarpolus book, collectible blowtorches, contains many wonderful color photographs of collectible torches, provides an excellent introduction to collecting, and it includes chapters on such topics as how blowtorches operate, the cleaning, restoring, and repairing of torches, how to find them, and their value.
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