Radius 21R - early 1920s ?

Discussion in 'Radius No:21' started by Håvard Kvernelv, Jun 8, 2024.

  1. Håvard Kvernelv

    Håvard Kvernelv Norway SotM Winner Subscriber

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    I have this Radius 21R, clearly marked ”21R” on the tank. It has a Revolto valve as the riser tube.
    It has a wider filler ‘neck’ - some adapter fitted on normal threads? I assume there should be a Revolto Quick Lighter.

    Other characteristics - recessed filler, shooting star on tank, ”Radius” text stamped at bottom. Burner is not original, tin is missing, but I found one that has room for the tank with Revolto valve on. Added a Radius logo to the tin.

    I wonder about the Quick Lighter. I am pretty sure there should have been one.
    I have 3 such lighters, all fitted to ”size 5” stoves. On these the fuel pickup tubes
    going into the tank are too long to fit this smaller stove.
    Can anyone confirm there exists Revolto lighters suitable for the Radius 21 size stoves?


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  2. Nicola Francesco Elia

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    Hello,

    interesting to see a 21 with a revolto valve, I have never seen a revolto fitting on a 1 pint stove.

    And the 21r is also more interesting. Who knows if the stove was also equipped with a revolto torch…

    Thanks for sharing,

    Nicola

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  3. mr optimus

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    @Håvard Kvernelv A very nice example of a 21r, i am a great fan of Radius stoves and this one is an exception with its regulated valve.
    The tin is in superb condition, even though its nice to see stoves in a nice used and aged condition, but a having the tin in great condition is nice as it shows all the true colours and the graphics clearly
     
  4. Håvard Kvernelv

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    Thanks @mr optimus .
    Please note that the tin is a ”personal creation”. It is a candy tin found at a thrift store - and I found it suitable in size, as I can stowe the stove away without detaching the valve/riser tube.
     
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    . Well done @Håvard Kvernelv you have done a fantastic job, i did think to my self i have not seen a Radius tin in that style and unusual, but honestly thought i was original well done there