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Up for sale is a beautiful, highly authentic vintage 1945 Adlake Kero short-globe railroad switchman's lantern, proudly marked for the legendary Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad (The Milwaukee Road).
Historical Specifications & Stamps:
• Railroad Line: Explicitly stamped "C.M.ST.P. & P. R.R." in deep, crisp lettering on the top metal shoulder flange.
• Manufacture Date Code: Stamped "4-45" on the bottom of the frame, indicating production in the 4th Quarter of 1945 (World War II era).
• Glass Globe: Features a period-correct, heavy clear glass short globe embossed with the stylized "K" maker's mark for Kopp Glass.
• Internal Burner Stamping: The fuel fount rim is stamped "USE LONG TIME BURNING OIL ONLY" and the brass burner shroud is stamped "ADLAKE NO. 300".
• Manufacturer: The Adams & Westlake Company (Adlake).
Condition, Mechanics & Fuel Fount:
This lantern is in Very Good, completely honest vintage condition. The galvanized steel wire cage and frame are remarkably straight and structurally sound, showing no major dents, crushed loops, or bent struts. The metal surface features a beautiful, clean weathered silver/gray patina.
• MECHANICALLY FUNCTIONAL: The original Adlake No. 300 burner mechanism has been tested. The wick adjustment wheel turns freely and smoothly, successfully raising and lowering the cotton wick without binding.
• SOLID, LEAK-PROOF POT: The bottom base of the fuel fount is in spectacular shape. It is completely solid, incredibly smooth, and free of any rust rot, pinholes, or structural breaches. It is ready to safely hold fuel.
• HOOD & GLASS: The top smoke hood hinge operates smoothly, revealing intact internal wind-deflector baffle plates. The clear glass Kopp globe is free of cracks or major chips with zero heavy soot staining.
An exceptional, unmodified, fully operational historical survivor perfect for Milwaukee Road enthusiasts, railroadiana collectors, or rustic industrial decor. Please review all high-resolution photos to verify completeness and cosmetic condition prior to offerding or purchasing.
