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Brass carbide miners lamps are popular with cavers. There are modern reproductions available, but many people like to get genuine vintage models to use. If the lamps aren't in working condition, they still make a lovely display. The old brass polishes up nicely. Some retired miners collect them.
To clean the lamp, you'll need the following:
* Glass stove top cleaner
* Brasso
* Chrome cleaner
* Hair dryer
* Old tooth brush
* Old tee shirts
When I start cleaning an old brass lamp, I remove the flint from the striker. which is located on the reflector. Just unscrew the cap and turn the lamp over and the flint and spring should fall out into your hand. Then I empty the fuel tank and flush it out with water.
If you want your Vintage Brass Miners Lamp to retain an aged patina after it's clean, try using glass stove top cleaner and an old tooth brush. First scrub the lamp with the glass cleaner, using the toothbrush to clean the crevices,then rinse with water.
After you get all the cleaner rinsed off, dry the lamp parts with a hair dryer set on low. It takes me about 45 minutes to clean the brass part of the lantern.
If you want your brass to shine like new, use Brasso. It works really well! Brasso is also abrasive, so be careful how much you rub.
When you are done with the brass it will be a shiny brassy brown. Some people like to use Limeaway to speed up the job, but I don't. It will save you a little scrubbing but if you leave the lamp in the solution too long the brass will turn pink.
To clean the reflector, I use chrome cleaner (available from auto parts stores) and rub until clean with an old tee-shirt.
When you're finished, buff the entire lap with clean tee-shirt material, and then reassemble it. You'll be quite pleased with the results!
Valerie Davis offers vintage and retro collectibles at The Mule Wagon Antiques and Collectibles, including sewing machines, militaria, old tools, advertising, breweriana, trading cards, kitchenware, auto parts, and more.
Solid Brass, Iron and Bronze Antique Shelf Brackets - How To Buy Guide
Solid brass shelf brackets are a beautiful way to add elegance and detail to any shelving system while also increasing the strength and durability as well. Throughout history brackets have been used as weight bearing structural elements and can be very simple in design or highly ornate. Although shelf brackets can be made out of several different materials (including stone, wood and metal), solid brass shelf brackets can be cast in a wide variety of intricate designs and finished to match most decorating styles.
These solid brass shelf brackets are a timeless addition to any home. Not only can they be used to introduce new and exciting patterns into otherwise plain shelves, but they can bear extremely heavy weight when properly installed. You can choose designs that range from very simple to highly ornate.
Solid brass shelf brackets are produced today and can be easily incorporated into any decorating style. It is a simple way to introduce a new theme into your home or enhance a previous decorating style. Just be sure to follow a few simple steps when replacing you older shelf brackets or installing new ones. First, remember that weight matters and sometimes shelves can require more than two brackets to support the shelf and items on it. Using brackets in the middle of the shelf will help evenly distribute the weight. Second, tie your new solid brass shelf brackets into the rest of your home by replacing old and worn doorknob sets, cabinet knobs, and lighting with coordinating brass hardware. You can also ask an interior decorator or look to design magazines for additional help and ideas.
Solid brass shelf brackets are readily available online as well as in many home decorating catalogs. Search for solid brass (or iron) construction to ensure durability and be sure to ask questions. When you work with solid brass home hardware, you can be sure that different designs and shapes will come together nicely to create a beautiful theme throughout your home. These solid brass shelf brackets are available online through LookInTheAttic & Company and they offer free design assistance and help.
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Old brass belt buckle w/ a clip on the backside has worn down.Where could I take it to get fixed?
Basically, I have an old solid brass belt buckle that I love. It's very old, and has been worn so much that it wont stay attached to the belt anymore. On the back there are two small little hooks (for lack of a better term). The hooks no longer connect anymore because it's so worn.
My question is, what kind of store/repair shop could I take it to to get fixed? Thanks!
Try the brass instrument repair tec at your local GOOD music store. We have the tools... it is just a question of if you can get them interested in the job or not... it would be a nice break from taking dents out of trumpets. After that try a jewelry store, they need to have a proper torch though. Good luck.
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