Been Sitting On This 1948 Coleman 242C. Can I finish the job and get her running? Let's find out!

Got this 05/1948 Coleman 242C that's been sitting in a shed for a long time. Time to see if I can revive her!

[@davedoughty1213]

You did a great job restoring your lantern 🏮. You were able to see the “diamond in the rough” make it sparkle! Outstanding job sir!! The Old Army Scout…

[@Firencoffee]

Thank you! This particular lantern is probably the most satisfying project I've taken on since I began collecting. Take care and God bless!

[@finaloption...]

I've still got my dad's that he bought brand new. Now I'm gonna have to play with it. Thanks.

[@Firencoffee]

You’re welcome! And thank you for stopping by!

[@patrickhall3878]

I just did this to a 202 professional, big fun... nice work..

[@Firencoffee]

Yep, fun stuff! Thanks for watching!

[@papaspage2001]

Thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@Firencoffee]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@pavman1000]

Just sand and repaint the top buff out the bottom and your goldem beautiful lantern.Coleman would be proud.

[@Wolf-fp3hi]

Paint won't hold up on the hat to much heat needs to be re coted in porcelain like the factory used

[@doinsngoins]

Nice work Robert , beautiful lantern

[@doinsngoins]

Dang looks beautiful

[@Firencoffee]

Thanks, Steve! It's my first 242, wasn't sure it could be revived. Very happy to get her running!

[@doinsngoins]

@@Firencoffee I love 242 , they are special, your looks amazing.

[@krubbyscountrylife]

Very Nice. I love my 242. But ya its a fire launcher if not carefull. Love the Nickel font with the green.

[@Firencoffee]

It’s my first and considering the lengths I had to go to bring her back she’s like my wife, a keeper!

[@krubbyscountrylife]

We're all a full time project. Lol. Time and effort and we all shine bright

[@Otis010707]

Did you repaint the lid?

[@Firencoffee]

The ventilators are coated with porcelain. Paint would just burn off once you light the lantern