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Vintage Japanese Railway Inspection Lamp / Lantern – Showa Era
A vintage Japanese railway inspection lamp believed to date from the former Japanese National Railways (JNR) era.
This type of portable inspection lamp was used by railway personnel for inspection and maintenance work.
The lamp features a large front lens, metal body, reflector, incandescent bulb and a carrying handle with a wooden grip.
It is believed to be related to the type of railway inspection lamps manufactured by Hakko-sha in Japan. However, no clearly identifiable manufacturer’s plate or production date can be confirmed on this particular example.
Therefore, please judge the manufacturer, age and exact railway affiliation from the photographs.
Approximate Size:
24 × 10.8 × 15 cm
Materials:
Metal / Glass / Wood
Condition:
Vintage used condition with significant age-related wear.
There are scratches, stains, discoloration, oxidation, rust and corrosion throughout the metal surfaces.
The handle shows rust and age-related deterioration, and the wooden grip shows wear.
The interior also shows oxidation, corrosion, verdigris-like discoloration and dirt.
The front lens has cloudiness, scratches and age-related wear.
Please carefully examine all photographs for the exact condition.
Operation:
Untested.
The original battery/power source is not included. The bulb, wiring and switch have not been tested.
This item is being sold AS-IS for collection, display, restoration or repair purposes.
No guarantee of functionality is provided.
Included:
Railway inspection lamp only.
No battery or other accessories are included.
A distinctive piece of vintage Japanese railway equipment suitable for railway collectors, industrial antique collections and Showa-era displays.
Please note: This is an official product sold in Japan, so you can purchase with confidence.
Shipping will be handled by Japan Post only.
Your order will be carefully packed and shipped within 10 business days after purchase, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
Customs duties are basically covered by our shop, but depending on the country or region, they may be the buyer’s responsibility. Please understand this in advance.
