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Sale Price $12.73 3 Red Comet Firemaster Fire Grenades in Original Box ~ Original Automatic Fire Extinguisher ~ 1938 Fire Extinguisher Grenades ~ FirefighterYes!
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And there are those engrossed in the broad spectrum of antique fire fighting items.Although not found in as high numbers as other types of glass containers; many were destroyed in fighting home and factory fires, they can still be found at antique shops; and occasionally at flea markets and yard sales. The title of a 1985 article in the For those wishing to learn more about fire grenades there are two publications that might be helpful; Digger O’Dell’s Legendary fantasy artist's stunning original work "The Princess of Mars" highlights Heritage Auctions Comics & Comic Art event in September. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Glass Grenade Style Fire Extinguisher “Bombs” are glass bulbs (shaped a little like an incandescent light-bulb) filled with an unknown liquid. Production of fire grenades tapered off after 1905 with the advent of the modern brass and copper fire extinguishers.
Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. This 6-inch-tall amber model was manufactured in Paris and marketed under the brand of L’Incustomable and has four embossed circles. VINTAGE RARE RED COMET FIRE GRENADES w/ORIGINAL CASE GLASS BALL EXTINGUISHER. We'll never post without your permission.
Ending Sep 13 at 8:28AM PDT 5d 20h. VINTAGE RARE RED COMET FIRE GRENADES w/ORIGINAL CASE GLASS BALL EXTINGUISHER. Has four embossed circles. VINTAGE RED COMET FIRE EXTINGUISHER - The Original Automatic w/ glass base. The grenades were filled, in some cases, with salt water (used because it would not freeze in the winter cold), others were filled with carbon tetrachloride and sealed with a cork and cement. In a burgeoning industrial nation such as America, when a market opened requiring goods or services, there was no shortage of manufacturers to provide them. Offered by mallaubzustaub605, eBay seller from Germany.According to some historians, the fire grenade had its roots reaching back to time of the Roman Empire. It still has the " Original … Some reproductions are not intended to deceive and are sold as such. Offered is a set of 3 Red Comet Firemaster Grenades used for fighting fires in the late 1930s. (Several more patents would follow in later years.) {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than U.S. dollars and are approximate conversions to U.S. dollars based upon Bloomberg's conversion rates. 4 1/2 inch diameter X 10 inches tall. Fire Suppression System. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Early American History Store lists this fire grenade for $295.Some even resembled cut crystal—a perfect accessory for the Victorian mantle. Jewelry & Accessories Another popular illustration depicted a watchman, armed with a basket, similar to those used in carrying milk bottles, filled with fire grenades, attacking a fire he discovered while on his rounds. Vintage Harker Mfg Co QUEEN Copper & Brass 2-1/2 Gallon Empty Fire Extinguisher. Wedding & Party Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Firefighting Memorabilia Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:NA. They are a great place not only to purchase fire grenades, but are also an excellent source of information on the subject.Reproductions, as with any collectible, can be a problem but there are things to look for. Red Comet was marketed as “the Original Automatic Fire Extinguisher.” The company based in Littleton, Colorado, cornered a large piece of the market with their trademark red orbs. United States | English (US) | $ (USD) $100.00. NICE Vintage Red Comet Fire Extinguisher Glass Globe Grenade. These red glass grenades are in the original box dated 1938 and were found in an estate sale just miles from the Longmont Colorado factory where they were made!