Connie on Nov 11, 2005 - 8:10 PM I would like to know what this latern was used for and the apx age, I found one at a yard sale and I am using it in my home for decoration, I would love to know some history about it. Send E-Mail Reply to Connie Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Nov 11, 2005 - 8:10 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I would like to know what this latern was used for and the apx age, I found one at a yard sale and I am using it in my home for decoration, I would love to know some history about it."   Carolyn on Dec 14, 2005 - 9:18 PM I'm with you, I also have one of these lanterns and it works. We thought maybe for the military. Send E-Mail Reply to Carolyn Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Dec 14, 2005 - 9:18 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I'm with you, I also have one of these lanterns and it works. We thought maybe for the military."   Jim on Jan 13, 2006 - 10:56 AM I have one at home and I would like to know what it is worth. Send E-Mail Reply to Jim Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jan 13, 2006 - 10:56 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have one at home and I would like to know what it is worth."   M. Simone on Feb 11, 2006 - 1:30 PM I have one too! and I am hoping to find the front cover lens. If any one is interested in selling it please advise. Thanks Send E-Mail Reply to M. Simone Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 11, 2006 - 1:30 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have one too! and I am hoping to find the front cover lens. If any one is interested in selling it please advise. Thanks"   Morrie Turner on Mar 13, 2006 - 4:44 PM I believe this lantern is called the Delta Power Lite. The ads I have are in 1968 with that kind of lens. Similar lantern in an ad in 1950 but without the hood on the lens. The 1956 ad lists it at $4.65 less battery. It is an all purpose lantern. Send E-Mail Reply to Morrie Turner Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Mar 13, 2006 - 4:44 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I believe this lantern is called the Delta Power Lite. The ads I have are in 1968 with that kind of lens. Similar lantern in an ad in 1950 but without the hood on the lens. The 1956 ad lists it at $4.65 less battery. It is an all purpose lantern." Linda on May 7, 2006 - 10:05 AM I have a Delta Powerlite Lantern, biege, pat no 2053591, looks just like this one, only beige. Wonder what the age and worth might be. Came from a lake house built in 1958. Send E-Mail Reply to Linda Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on May 7, 2006 - 10:05 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have a Delta Powerlite Lantern, biege, pat no 2053591, looks just like this one, only beige. Wonder what the age and worth might be. Came from a lake house built in 1958." Robert Agin on Jun 4, 2006 - 3:06 AM I PUCHASED ONE OF THESE IN GATLINBURG .IWAS TOLD THEY WERE MADE IN THE LATE THIRTIES FOR USE IN THE RAILROAD. Send E-Mail Reply to Robert Agin Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jun 4, 2006 - 3:06 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I PUCHASED ONE OF THESE IN GATLINBURG .IWAS TOLD THEY WERE MADE IN THE LATE THIRTIES FOR USE IN THE RAILROAD." Bobby on Jun 28, 2006 - 1:06 AM The Delta lhand held lamps are without a doubt from the RR. era my grandfather was a brakeman when I was very young he would actually sneak me on the caboose or sometimes the engine when they were working the switch yard, and every time I left, one of his co-workers would give me a flashlight and it was always a Delta lamp just like the ones you have, hang on to them . There is a lot of history there................ Send E-Mail Reply to Bobby Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jun 28, 2006 - 1:06 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"The Delta lhand held lamps are without a doubt from the RR. era my grandfather was a brakeman when I was very young he would actually sneak me on the caboose or sometimes the engine when they were working the switch yard, and every time I left, one of his co-workers would give me a flashlight and it was always a Delta lamp just like the ones you have, hang on to them . There is a lot of history there................" John Genteman on Sep 20, 2006 - 2:44 AM I found a "new" in the box Delta power lite 6-volt electric lantern model a-1530 Made by the Delta Electric Company, Marion Ind. Whats it worth? Is anyone interested in it? If interested contact jcgenteman@hotmail.com Send E-Mail Reply to John Genteman Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Sep 20, 2006 - 2:44 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I found a "new" in the box Delta power lite 6-volt electric lantern model a-1530 Made by the Delta Electric Company, Marion Ind. Whats it worth? Is anyone interested in it? If interested contact jcgenteman@hotmail.com" Karina on Sep 25, 2006 - 9:29 PM I just bought one at a flee market. It is completely in tact and still has the original paperwork inside. But no year as to when is was made. Send E-Mail Reply to Karina Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Sep 25, 2006 - 9:29 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I just bought one at a flee market. It is completely in tact and still has the original paperwork inside. But no year as to when is was made." Chris on Oct 17, 2006 - 11:40 PM I have one of these in great shape . My Grandfather took a picture of my brother and I in 1958 , my brother is holding this lantern in the picture with it switched on . A lot of history here . I used to see these in department stores when I was young for emergency lighting also . Send E-Mail Reply to Chris Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 17, 2006 - 11:40 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have one of these in great shape . My Grandfather took a picture of my brother and I in 1958 , my brother is holding this lantern in the picture with it switched on . A lot of history here . I used to see these in department stores when I was young for emergency lighting also . " Theresa on Oct 21, 2006 - 3:53 AM I HAVE JUST FOUND THIS LANTERN.WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW OLD IT IS .IT JUST HAS PATENT PENDING/MARION INDIANA Send E-Mail Reply to Theresa Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 21, 2006 - 3:53 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I HAVE JUST FOUND THIS LANTERN.WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW OLD IT IS .IT JUST HAS PATENT PENDING/MARION INDIANA" FP on Oct 29, 2006 - 3:36 PM Does anyone know where I can get the front lens cover for this? If so, please tell me at fpaz40@yahoo.com. Send E-Mail Reply to FP Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 29, 2006 - 3:36 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Does anyone know where I can get the front lens cover for this? If so, please tell me at fpaz40@yahoo.com. " Mark on Feb 22, 2007 - 5:46 AM About the Powerlite: In 1933, Delta introduced the item that became their single most well-known product when they started producing the 6 volt two reflector "Powerlite". This lantern would continue to be made through the 1930s and during the 1940s, when it was made for the military. Powerlite production continued through the 1950s and 1960s, and into the early 1970s. Information from Indiana Public Library, see: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/archive/index.php/t-3953.html Send E-Mail Reply to Mark Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 22, 2007 - 5:46 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"About the Powerlite:<br> In 1933, Delta introduced the item that became their single most well-known product when they started producing the 6 volt two reflector "Powerlite". This lantern would continue to be made through the 1930s and during the 1940s, when it was made for the military. Powerlite production continued through the 1950s and 1960s, and into the early 1970s.<br> <br> Information from Indiana Public Library, see:<br> http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/archive/index.php/t-3953.html" cliff on Apr 13, 2007 - 1:33 PM This is the first of my collection, my pop-pop's, and my favorite. It still has the Delta sticker on the side and it's lens cover Send E-Mail Reply to cliff Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 13, 2007 - 1:33 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"This is the first of my collection, my pop-pop's, and my favorite. It still has the Delta sticker on the side and it's lens cover" jashley on Aug 8, 2007 - 6:43 PM I have the same one with the front lense and the original bulbs no battery can you still get the batteries? I am from marion in. and my grandmother use to work at delta. Send E-Mail Reply to jashley Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Aug 8, 2007 - 6:43 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have the same one with the front lense and the original bulbs no battery can you still get the batteries? I am from marion in. and my grandmother use to work at delta." Evelyn on Sep 9, 2007 - 8:28 AM I have one of these in good condition I would like to sell it Send E-Mail Reply to Evelyn Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Sep 9, 2007 - 8:28 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have one of these in good condition I would like to sell it" Michael Ratigan on Oct 3, 2007 - 4:23 PM I have the exact same "Powerlite" made by The Novo Industrial Corp., of Marion, Indiana, model number A-1530. Can you tell me where I can get a 6 volt battery, and an upper bulb reflector. Otherwise the lantern is in mint condition. Send E-Mail Reply to Michael Ratigan Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 3, 2007 - 4:23 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have the exact same "Powerlite" made by The Novo Industrial Corp., of Marion, Indiana, model number A-1530. Can you tell me where I can get a 6 volt battery, and an upper bulb reflector. Otherwise the lantern is in mint condition." Jeffery Koski on Dec 23, 2007 - 3:58 PM I have three of this lanterns.....No batteries Send E-Mail Reply to Jeffery Koski Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Dec 23, 2007 - 3:58 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have three of this lanterns.....No batteries" Stan on Dec 29, 2007 - 8:24 AM I may be able to shed some light onto your ?'s (no pun intented) Delta was the first to manufacture "battery operated" lanterns/flashlights, By 1916 they were making 15 various electric lanterns, and here's where your curiosity is answered, they made lighting for the general public as well as they were called upon to manufacture specialized lights by the Goverment forarmy, navy and troops as well as navy ships etc. Your lanterns (1933) was there single most well known lantern with the two reflector "powerlite model. (have you noticed it can flash, stay stationary or both on/off back and forth?) So basically they were used two different times WWl and ll . Hope this helps a little , I would keep them as I think I would rather own then sell, it may not be much and probally not worth the bother. Some are more valuable then others depending on date issued and functions. Regards, Stan Send E-Mail Reply to Stan Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Dec 29, 2007 - 8:24 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I may be able to shed some light onto your ?'s (no pun intented) Delta was the first to manufacture "battery operated" lanterns/flashlights, By 1916 they were making 15 various electric lanterns, and here's where your curiosity is answered, they made lighting for the general public as well as they were called upon to manufacture specialized lights by the Goverment forarmy, navy and troops as well as navy ships etc. Your lanterns (1933) was there single most well known lantern with the two reflector "powerlite model. (have you noticed it can flash, stay stationary or both on/off back and forth?) So basically they were used two different times WWl and ll . Hope this helps a little , I would keep them as I think I would rather own then sell, it may not be much and probally not worth the bother. Some are more valuable then others depending on date issued and functions. Regards, Stan" Lee on Feb 13, 2008 - 6:41 AM These light were made for the Rail road and the military. The ones for the military were the Khaki green. Many were made for the retail market. I worked at Delta Electric in Marion In in the 60's where these were made. They were pretty well on there last days at that time, althought the still produced. I was a production Supervisor in metal stamping. This was one of the products that sustained Delta Electric for years. Brings back a few memories.. Lee Send E-Mail Reply to Lee Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 13, 2008 - 6:41 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"These light were made for the Rail road and the military. The ones for the military were the Khaki green. Many were made for the retail market. I worked at Delta Electric in Marion In in the 60's where these were made. They were pretty well on there last days at that time, althought the still produced. I was a production Supervisor in metal stamping. This was one of the products that sustained Delta Electric for years.<br> <br> Brings back a few memories..<br> Lee" BILL on Apr 6, 2008 - 5:10 PM HELLO-FOLKS! I JUST GOT ONE THESE LANTERNS FROM A RESALE SHOP ($5.00) AND ,YES IT NEEDS NEW CLEAR LENS TOP+BOTTOM WELL,I'VE BEEN A COLLECTOR OF"STUFF" FOR A LONG TIME-I'AM GOING TO TRY SOME POLISH I KNOWN WORKS ON PLASTIC-BY THE WAY THIS UNIT IS SILVER+GRAY PLEASE REPLY,THANKS Send E-Mail Reply to BILL Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 6, 2008 - 5:10 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>" HELLO-FOLKS! I JUST GOT ONE THESE LANTERNS FROM A RESALE SHOP ($5.00) AND ,YES IT NEEDS NEW CLEAR LENS TOP+BOTTOM WELL,I'VE BEEN A COLLECTOR OF"STUFF" FOR A LONG TIME-I'AM GOING TO TRY SOME POLISH I KNOWN WORKS ON PLASTIC-BY THE WAY THIS UNIT IS SILVER+GRAY PLEASE REPLY,THANKS" Doris Wiley on Apr 17, 2008 - 3:00 PM I have a flashlight just like the one listed above. How can I find the value of it? Thanks DW Send E-Mail Reply to Doris Wiley Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 17, 2008 - 3:00 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have a flashlight just like the one listed above. How can I find the value of it? Thanks DW" Peter R Misivich on Jul 2, 2008 - 6:34 PM i own this light ' tryin to find light bulb pr-13 bulb 4.75volt .5ampfor front p44125 modelA1548 would like info Send E-Mail Reply to Peter R Misivich Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jul 2, 2008 - 6:34 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"i own this light ' tryin to find light bulb pr-13 bulb 4.75volt .5ampfor front p44125 modelA1548 would like info" James on Sep 21, 2008 - 8:28 AM I have one just like the one in the picture. My lantern has both lenses intact and in good shape, battery has been removed and it is in good shape. I can provide pictures. I would like to sell it. Send E-Mail Reply to James Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Sep 21, 2008 - 8:28 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have one just like the one in the picture. My lantern has both lenses intact and in good shape, battery has been removed and it is in good shape. I can provide pictures. I would like to sell it." Brannan Rogers on Oct 7, 2008 - 7:10 PM We found one in an old log cabin that was on the property we purchased. I was getting ready to sell it at a garage sale when I decided to see if it worked. Put a standard 6 volt lantern battery in it, cleaned up the contacts, and both bulbs work. It is grey and still has the lenses. I can't find a date or serial number anywhere to tell when it was made though. It's patent number is 2053591. Date made and worth? Send E-Mail Reply to Brannan Rogers Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 7, 2008 - 7:10 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"We found one in an old log cabin that was on the property we purchased. I was getting ready to sell it at a garage sale when I decided to see if it worked. Put a standard 6 volt lantern battery in it, cleaned up the contacts, and both bulbs work. It is grey and still has the lenses. I can't find a date or serial number anywhere to tell when it was made though. It's patent number is 2053591. Date made and worth?" Brian on Feb 10, 2009 - 11:12 AM Hello I have alantern like the the one above and need a 6volt batt for it can I buy one off the shelf or order one from you? Thank you. Brian. Send E-Mail Reply to Brian Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 10, 2009 - 11:12 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Hello I have alantern like the the one above and need a 6volt batt for it can I buy one off the shelf or order one from you? Thank you.<br> <br> Brian." Rick on Feb 28, 2009 - 9:06 AM Connie: I also have one that I use for decoration in our home. I would like to get a battery for it. I'm guessing it was used in mining operations, around the mis '30's. Send E-Mail Reply to Rick Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 28, 2009 - 9:06 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Connie: I also have one that I use for decoration in our home. I would like to get a battery for it. I'm guessing it was used in mining operations, around the mis '30's. " Rick on Feb 28, 2009 - 9:16 AM Additionaly, My light is a "Delta" Powerlite Lantern from Marion Indiana Pat. # 2053591. It says on the bottom, to use bulb # B.E. no. 502 for the top reflector, and a B.E # 425 in the front reflector. Nothing about what type and size of battery. Send E-Mail Reply to Rick Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 28, 2009 - 9:16 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Additionaly, My light is a "Delta" Powerlite Lantern from Marion Indiana Pat. # 2053591. It says on the bottom, to use bulb # B.E. no. 502 for the top reflector, and a B.E # 425 in the front reflector. Nothing about what type and size of battery. " David on Apr 3, 2009 - 10:57 AM I recently resurrected a Powerlite from Mom's old house. Anyone know where I can get a replacement front lens? Send E-Mail Reply to David Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 3, 2009 - 10:57 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I recently resurrected a Powerlite from Mom's old house. Anyone know where I can get a replacement front lens?" babychimes on Apr 11, 2009 - 8:45 PM HELLO EVERY ONE I JUST CLEAN OUT MY PARENTS HOUSE AND FOUND LITTLE DELTA LANTERN AND WONDED ABOUT IT. THIS ONE HAS OIL ON IT & VERY RUSTY BUT I CAN SEE THE NAME UNDER THE BOTTOM. >> IT WAS MADE TO LAST < Send E-Mail Reply to babychimes Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 11, 2009 - 8:45 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"HELLO EVERY ONE I JUST CLEAN OUT MY PARENTS HOUSE AND FOUND LITTLE DELTA LANTERN AND WONDED ABOUT IT. THIS ONE HAS OIL ON IT & VERY RUSTY BUT I CAN SEE THE NAME UNDER THE BOTTOM. >> IT WAS MADE TO LAST <<I DON'T HOW TO CLEAN IT UP! HELP" david on Apr 24, 2009 - 7:49 PM The bulbs are GE #502 and GE #425. A standard 6V battery with spring contacts will work - Radio Shack 4LR25. Send E-Mail Reply to david Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Apr 24, 2009 - 7:49 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"The bulbs are GE #502 and GE #425. A standard 6V battery with spring contacts will work - Radio Shack 4LR25." ron on Jul 10, 2009 - 5:14 PM Ihave one with lens.where can i get a battery? Send E-Mail Reply to ron Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jul 10, 2009 - 5:14 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Ihave one with lens.where can i get a battery?" Helen on Aug 22, 2009 - 1:30 PM I checked out the Delta Electric Company on line and got some history on its inception, history, products produced, plus its demise, in case any one is interested. Send E-Mail Reply to Helen Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Aug 22, 2009 - 1:30 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I checked out the Delta Electric Company on line and got some history on its inception, history, products produced, plus its demise, in case any one is interested." Ryan on Oct 9, 2009 - 1:23 AM sounds like the front lens is the weak link on these powerlites. I also have one with no lens or bat. Send E-Mail Reply to Ryan Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Oct 9, 2009 - 1:23 AM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"sounds like the front lens is the weak link on these powerlites. I also have one with no lens or bat." John on Jan 9, 2010 - 7:41 PM Nice site. Does anyone know where to get the small screw-in type bulb for older toys, lanterns, older flashlights? Thank you. jh Send E-Mail Reply to John Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jan 9, 2010 - 7:41 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"Nice site. Does anyone know where to get the small screw-in type bulb for older toys, lanterns, older flashlights? Thank you. jh" John on Jan 26, 2010 - 6:09 PM I have a Delta Powerlite New in box can you give me a value on it?. Send E-Mail Reply to John Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Jan 26, 2010 - 6:09 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I have a Delta Powerlite New in box can you give me a value on it?." norman on Feb 7, 2010 - 3:49 PM I purchased one of these flashlits with paper route money in 1950,age 16.It disappeared, but recently aquired one from a friend.It needs a new lens and lens holder though. Send E-Mail Reply to norman Your Name: Your E-Mail Address: Message: >>Original Message on Feb 7, 2010 - 3:49 PM:<br>>>======================<br>>>"I purchased one of these flashlits with paper route money in 1950,age 16.It disappeared, but recently aquired one from a friend.It needs a new lens and lens holder though."