Vintage German Hurricane Lantern – Bat No. 158 – Made in Germany – 1950s/60s – Jena Glass
German hurricane lantern, the Bat No. 158, from the 1950s–1960s, with a distinctive tank cap carrying factory markings.
Key features:
Model: Bat No. 158
Origin: made in Germany
Height: 25 cm (excluding hanging loop and handle)
Glass: original Jena Therm glass, marked "Made in Germany"
Tank cap markings: triangle with "1" (Quality Class 1, introduced June 1950, indicating world-market standard quality); factory code 38/369/0106 K2 (likely Beierfeld production, circa 1950)
Condition: excellent vintage condition with minor age-related marks; fully functional
Extras: equipped with a new wick, only used with pure kerosene
Not treated against rust; additional protection recommended for prolonged outdoor use.