Industrial Portable Dugdills Machinist's Desk Lamp

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Very original example of the classic Dugdills desk lamp used by factory workers. c.1930

In wonderful original condition, including the matchstick bulbholder; this lamp has been cleaned sympathetically to show signs of it's age and heritage. Remnants of old paint - waxed to preserve. Stepped base plate de-bossed with Dugdills maker's mark.

Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and BS 3-pin plug.

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Very original example of the classic Dugdills desk lamp used by factory workers. c.1930

In wonderful original condition, including the matchstick bulbholder; this lamp has been cleaned sympathetically to show signs of it's age and heritage. Remnants of old paint - waxed to preserve. Stepped base plate de-bossed with Dugdills maker's mark.

Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and BS 3-pin plug.

Very original example of the classic Dugdills desk lamp used by factory workers. c.1930

In wonderful original condition, including the matchstick bulbholder; this lamp has been cleaned sympathetically to show signs of it's age and heritage. Remnants of old paint - waxed to preserve. Stepped base plate de-bossed with Dugdills maker's mark.

Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and BS 3-pin plug.

About the maker
The company was formed in the late 19th century in Manchester by John Dugdill - an electrical engineer. Many of the lamps designed and produced by Dugdills graced workshop machinery such as lathes and illuminated workbenches in their thousands. Even so, they were made to last a lifetime of use and were designed to be beautiful. The earlier variants of Dugdills lamps feature a 'rosette' or 'cog' tightening wheel at the joint allowing the lamp to be locked into any position. Customers could request their lamps in a variety of finishes including painted, oxy-copper or nickel plated and brass.

Dimensions
Diameter: 175mm
Height: 850mm (fully extended)
Weight: 3kg