GWR Wartime Gantry Lamp. Similar in appearance to a General Purpose Handlamp with curved top and fixed handle but, the front glass has a triangular cowl fitted to direct the light downwards as black-out lamps. The cowl is clearly stamped 'Gantry No 2' and both side are stamped 'GWR' in small lettering. Complete with an unmarked reservoir and a BR/WR burner.
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Auction: May 2011, Lot: 264
Sold for: GBP£70