Name/Title
Fuel IronEntry/Object ID
5691Description
Coleman Model 4A “Instant Lighting” self-heating petrol iron, Coleman Lamp and Stove Co., USA, c.1929–1948. Blue enamelled metal iron with integral pressurised petrol fuel tank and burner. Includes original box, fuel container, hand pump, tools and instruction/service literature. The petrol burner provided continuous heat to the soleplate, eliminating the need to heat the iron on a stove. An example of a pre-electric domestic appliance particularly suited to areas without reliable electricity.Collection
Household / Domestic