Primus Plumber's and Tinner's Furnace circa 1898

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  1. z1ulike

    z1ulike United States SotM Winner SotY Winner Subscriber

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    This Primus Combination Furnace is featured in the 1897 Primus Catalog.

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    This is the single burner model.

    Whole Unit.jpg

    It has a door that can be opened for priming.

    Burner Open.jpg

    Fill cap indicate a patent date of July, 4, 1898

    Fill Cap.Jpg

    Primus logo on tank

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    Primus raised letter on base.

    Primus Base.jpg

    View from the top. It is missing the potl.

    View Top.jpg

    Unfortunately the tank is cracked so the stove is not functional.

    Crack.JPG

    Ben
     
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    Cool. I don't have anything that old. Solder that puppy!
    Duane