Large Wwi, Wwii Raf Aldis Signalling Lamp Very Rare Ground To Aircraft Shutter Searchlight On Tripod Stand Converted For Home Use World War History
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Item details
Height
158.0 cm
Width
30.0 cm
Depth
26.0 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
Very Rare large signalling WWI, WWII Aldis RAF Lamp -
R.A.F. AIRCRAFT SIGNALLING LAMP
SERIES No. 416, W (BROAD ARROW) D, MARK II
S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACC) LTD
175-185 GT. PORTLAND ST LONDON W
Much bigger size than the usual. With Shutters. ground to aircraft/aircraft to ground. Lamp used from WW1 through to WW2.
There are images of the RAF Mk. II with Series 141 and Series 200 (Images in RAF Museum Collection). Began to be used from at least 1915 by RFC signallers at aerodromes and other
locations and also from artillery batteries to signal to aircraft during artillery spotting missions. Used on tripods generally but could be used hand held, And also mounted on aircraft as
published ‘Flying Fury’ in relation to No. 3 Squadron in 1914. Specific example regarding Captain A S Barratt, of B flight, directing artillery fire. Managing to fly the plane and operating
the signalling lamp single-handed (see image).
Early 20th C Stand Possibly Mahogany and brass.
In research the stand does not appear standardised and this is style/period correct. The highly adjustable mount for the stand, has been connected via large bolt to the lamp. (A chain has been fitted on legs for safer hard standing).
The lamp is in very good original condition, original paint. Has a brass makers plate (see image).
Features a gun sight for accurate directing.
Fully functioning morse code shutter mechanism with pin on chain to insert in trigger to hold the shutters open for searchlight use.
The lamp has been sympathetically fitted with a G9 (12v) Bulb and so is made safe and able to use the original 110 year old switch. (Please note the switch functions okay but occasionally you may need to switch it a couple of times to connect).
This could be possibly cleaned but the lamp can be used as is.
LAMP 30cm W x 26cm H x 26 cm D
Mounted 158 cm H
Condition report:
Very Good
Additional dimensions information:
MEASUREMENTS: Height is total on stand. Width (Lamp only) Depth (lamp only)
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Free collection available
Yes
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