Broken Tilley Storm Lamp Restoration

I'm currently working on the biggest project I've attempted so far, and thought I should do a quick project to keep the videos coming.

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Tools & equpitment used:
Quartz Lacquer - https://goo.gl/8PTVKM
Base Coat Paint - https://goo.gl/mWhufG
Rust Remover - https://goo.gl/13gopW
Moldex Full Face Mask - https://goo.gl/NNYGrv
FGL 5 Spray gun - https://goo.gl/Acg5rd
A.N.I. R150-T Mini Spray gun - https://goo.gl/cHTJS2
Colad Washable Overalls - https://goo.gl/3Css9E
Colad Mixing Cups - https://goo.gl/8DYmE8
Colad TurboMix Sticks - https://goo.gl/cYZfks
Colad Synthetic Paint Strainers - https://goo.gl/H79ZgL
Steel wire bits - http://geni.us/keyaD
Rotary Tool - http://geni.us/HGed
Concentrate Degreaser - http://geni.us/yUn9
Mannesmann Socket Set - http://geni.us/HCDZ

This Tilley storm lamp was used in the second world war as a ship navigation light. It had a thick layer of dirt and corrosion on the surface and rust in most other places.

Firstly I noticed the pump was useless. The gasket needed replacing. I ordered a Tilley lamp maintenance kit and begun to dismantle the lamp. Once it was In pieces it set about degreasing all of the parts and blasted the top piece, cage and middle tube. I then filled the holes left from blasting and etch, primed, and painted the top piece and cage their original colours. Or as close as I could get at least. I also buffed the surface level off all of the brass pieces. This did scratch it somewhat but this was later removed with sandpaper and metal polish. I then applied some heat resistant paint on the bottom side of the top piece.

I was then a case of reassembling the lamp with the new gaskets and mantel and testing it out. The restoration was then complete. I love the glow this lamp gives off, the camera doesn't do it justice.

Disclaimer: I am no professional. Especially when it comes to electrics. It is certainly an area I am looking to improve in. I am completely self-taught and would appreciate any feedback, advice or constructive criticism.

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