Pristine and never ignited, the Protector MC40 model was ingeniously crafted and patented in 1939 specifically for the Manchester Collieries consortium. Its production commenced in 1940, featuring options of iron … [Read More]
This lamp, in remarkably well-preserved state, features an original blue oxide coating on the bonnet. It is a fully authentic specimen, complete with a stamped production number “No178” on the … [Read More]
These lamps were employed until approximately 1960, likely not within the NCB mines when there were more than 30 individuals working below ground. The wick adjustment process involved rotating the … [Read More]
The Old Protector model 176 oil lamp, dating back to before 1911, appears to have undergone modifications around 1913 to comply with the 1911 Mines & Quarries Act. Historical research … [Read More]