On this page, you will find an overview of the hurricane lanterns I currently own or have owned in the past. There are many more models than those listed here—be sure to visit frowo.info for a complete overview. Frowo.info is also an excellent resource for dating hurricane lanterns and identifying specific models.

For a detailed history of this company, be sure to check out the following page:

The overview below is organized numerically according to the model numbers. This sequence is not as intuitive as the Feuerhand system, which progresses from larger to smaller models.
Each model is represented only once, even though Frowo often produced several variations of the same model over the years.

The Frowo 50 is a compact and practical hurricane lantern that first appeared in 1937 and stayed in production well into the early 1970s. This lantern has a small dog’s head stamped into the fuel tank, a trademark detail that many collectors appreciate. This is used before WW2 and shortly after it. Despite its modest height of 18.5 cm and a simple 3''' burner, the lantern delivers an impressive burn time of around twenty hours, making it a dependable light source throughout its long production history.

The Frowo 55 is a charming and compact hurricane lantern produced between 1936 and 1971. This model typically used a 4.5''' burner in its early years, later upgraded to a 5''' version, while maintaining a height of 18.5 cm and a burn time of around twenty hours.

The example shown here is in excellent working condition. It features the well‑known dog’s head emblem stamped into the tank and a Mewa‑branded filler cap—details that allow this particular version to be dated to roughly 1945–1955. These small characteristics make the Frowo 55 a favorite among collectors who appreciate the history hidden in its design.

The Frowo 65 is introduced in 1935 and discontinued sometime before 1971, it was originally equipped with a 7''' burner, later replaced by a 5''' version. With a height of 25 cm and a burn time of roughly twenty hours.

This particular example stands out as a truly unique piece. The fuel tank has been finished with real gold leaf, the tubes have been blackened, and the top retains its original steel colour.

Based on its design details, this Frowo 65 is likely from the 1950s or 1960s.

The Frowo 75 is one of the larger hurricane lanterns produced by the German manufacturer Frowo. First introduced in 1927, it remained in production well after 1971, equipped with a reliable 7''' burner and standing 32 cm tall. With a burn time of around twenty hours.

This particular example is a New Old Stock lantern from the 1960s or 1970s, completely unused and still carrying its original tag. The tank is clearly marked “Frowo No 75,” and the globe is stamped Solide – Made in Germany, confirming its period‑correct origin.

Measuring 31 cm without the handle.

The Frowo 105 is a well‑known hurricane lantern, but the version with the dog’s head stamped into the tank is far more unusual. These variants were produced only before the Second World War and for a short period afterward. The Mewa‑branded filler cap on this example indicates that it dates from the immediate post‑war years, around 1946–1950.

Even rarer is the original globe, which also carries the distinctive Frowo dog emblem. The tank marked “No. 105 Frowo – Made in Germany.”

The Frowo 105 series itself was introduced in 1925 and produced until sometime before 1971. With its 7''' burner, generous height of 40 cm, and burn time of up to forty hours.

The Frowo 240 is one of the larger hurricane lanterns produced by the German manufacturer Frowo. Introduced in 1927 and made until sometime before 1971, it was equipped with a powerful 10''' burner, stood 34 cm tall.

This particular example is in excellent condition and features its original marked globe. If you are looking for a large hurricane lantern that delivers a bright and impressive light output, the Frowo 240 is an ideal choice.

Based on its construction details, this piece was likely produced between 1963 and 1971.

The Frowo 255; Official catalogues describe it as a camping lantern or candle lantern.

Very little is known about this model, though it was likely produced shortly before and/or just after the Second World War.

This particular example is exceptionally well preserved and still carries most of its original sticker. The lantern is completely intact, with the internal spring mechanism functioning as it should. It retains its original grey hammer‑finish paint,

It is 19 cm tall (excluding the handle)

The Frowo 333 is an exceptionally rare candle lantern, and this example is in remarkable condition with most of its original paint still intact. At first glance, the lantern may appear a bit unusual—especially the way the glass does not fully align at the bottom. This characteristic is intentional: according to collectors and surviving documentation, the Frowo 333 was produced shortly after the Second World War using whatever materials were available at the time, including parts originally intended for gas masks.

The glass is original and marked, and period catalogues list the 333 simply as a candle lantern. With a height of 19 cm (excluding the handle).

The Frowo 340 is a large and impressive hurricane lantern produced from 1933 until Frowo ended lantern manufacturing in 1990. Equipped with a powerful 10''' burner and standing 38–39 cm tall.

This particular example glass is marked with Frowo – Made in GDR, indicating production in East Germany. Even more remarkable is the stamping on the tank: “Made in Germany Dem. Rep” The missing after the “p” suggests that this marking might not have been applied with perfect precision.

The Frowo 420 is from 1930 until the end of the company’s lantern production. Early versions were fitted with a 7''' burner, while later models—around the 1980s—also appeared in an S‑version with a 5''' burner. At 34 cm tall and with a burn time ranging from about twenty‑five hours in early models to roughly eighteen hours in later ones.

This is the version equipped with a small lever to raise the globe—a feature not found on all 420 models, as Frowo also produced a variant without this lifting mechanism. Based on its construction details, this example likely dates from the 1960s or 1970s.

The Frowo 435 is a tall and elegant hurricane lantern from the early 1930s until shortly before 1971. Equipped with a 7''' burner and standing 38 cm high, it was designed to deliver a steady flame for around twenty‑five hours.

This particular example, based on its construction features, most likely dates from the 1960s.

This is a particularly special version of the Frowo 520, distinguished by its characteristic glass globe featuring a dog holding a hurricane lantern in its mouth.

This it a Frowo 520 produced specifically for the Dutch agency Brone NV.

The Frowo 520 was introduced in 1932 and continued to be manufactured well after 1971, making it one of the longer‑running models in the Frowo lineup. Most examples were equipped with a 5''' burner and measure approximately 33 cm in height. Under normal operating conditions, the lantern offers a burn time of around 20 hours.

The Frowo Brone model was likely produced only for a short period, probably between 1955 and 1960.
For additional background information, you can also refer to my dedicated Frowo Brone page, where the history and distribution of these lamps are discussed in greater detail.

The Frowo 1020 is an exceptionally rare oil lamp . One of its most distinctive features is its clever, tilting design: the holder can pivot in both directions, allowing the lamp to function either as a small table lamp or as a wall-mounted lamp. This versatility makes it unlike any other Frowo model from the period.

The fuel reservoir is marked Frowo No 1020 Germany Make, while the wick wheel carries the inscription Made in Germany. Although little documentation survives about this model, it was likely produced shortly after the Second World War.

Standing 22 cm tall.