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Diver at work using a torch for close illumination. |
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Diver's Submarine Electric Torches were first developed to give
illumination for close examination work. They have to be self contained,
the older ones powered by an accumulator type battery which could be
recharged. Some models were fitted with a switch to turn the light off
saving on the battery power. The lens is of a convex type and magnifies
the light. Sometimes there was a protective grill across the glass or
prongs to protect the glass from an impact. When fully charged the
battery would last about seven hours. Torches are made from non-ferrous
metal so as not to corrode in their watery environment. |
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| Manufacture: Siebe Gorman |
| Country: England |
| Year: 1930 |
| Dimensions: 6 inches wide x 5 inches deep x 8 inches high |
| Weight in air: 11.5 lbs |
| Method of operation: Switched on by diver |
| One or two hand: One |
| Power source: Dry battery or accumulator battery |
| Depth rating: Diver's depth |
| Duration: Up to 6 or 7 hours when fully charged |
| Range: 4-6 feet |
| Catalogue code: BATLA |
| Accumulator type: Dry cell type |
| Price when new: £17 /10 shillings |
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| Manufacture: Siebe Gorman |
| Country: England |
| Year: 1970 |
| Dimensions: 11 inches long X 3 1/2 inches wide |
| Weight in air: 4 1/2 lbs |
| Method of operation: Switched on by diver |
| One or two hand: One |
| Power source: 3 1.5 Volt dry cell |
| Depth rating: 80 metres |
| Duration: 1-2 hours |
| Range: 3-4 feet |
| Design: Admiralty pattern 1981 |
| Accumulator type: Dry cell type |
| Remarks: The torch is made from polished brass , however we express our doubts that this is the original finish. We feel this was made to have a chrome or nickel finish |
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| Manufacture: Siebe Gorman & Co Ltd |
| Country: England |
| Year: 1965 |
| Dimensions: 11 inches long x 3 1/2 inches in diameter |
| Weight in air: 3 1/2 lbs |
| Method of operation: Always on |
| One or two hand: 1 hand with leather strap |
| Power source: 3 x 1 1/2 volt dry cell |
| Depth rating: Divers depth |
| Duration: 1 - 1 1/2 hours |
| Range: 3-4 feet |
| Pattern Number: 6230 - 99 - 942- 7885 |
| Remarks: Chrome plated on brass .Manufactured in London . Has 4 prongs to protect the lens Although not switched the light goes out if the torch is inverted. This serves to prolong the life of the batteries. |
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| Manufacture: Siebe Gorman |
| Country: England |
| Year: 1969 |
| Dimensions: 11 inches long x 3 1/2 inches in diameter |
| Weight in air: 4 1/2 lbs |
| Method of operation: Switched on by diver |
| One or two hand: One |
| Power source: 3 x 1.5 volt dry cell |
| Depth rating: 80 metres |
| Duration: 1-2 hours |
| Range: 3-4 feet |
| Design: NSN 6230-99-520-1611 |
| Remarks: The torch has the original chrome or nickel finish |
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| Manufacture: Siebe Gorman |
| Country: England |
| Year: 1955--Factory reconditioned 1963 |
| Dimensions: 12 inches long x2 3/4 inches diameter |
| Weight in air: 3 lbs |
| Method of operation: Switched on by diver |
| One or two hand: One |
| Power source: 3 x 1.5 Volt dry cell |
| Depth rating: Divers depth |
| Duration: 1-1 1/2 hours |
| Range: 3-6 feet |
| Catalogue code: TOCHA |
| Price when new: £2 -10 shillings |
| Finish: Chrome or nickel on brass |
| Remarks: Bears a factory reconditioned label |
