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Candace 12-16-2014 02:13 PM
Originally Posted by jlhmnj (Post 7010316)
The set I had similar to one in link but did not have the correct tips. I guess a tip could be modified but I use my pen knife for removal (dangerous) and stretch a little for installation. I take it your referring to the bakelite Singer lights from the 30's-50's.
Right and I've cut myself the few times I've done them. I turned down a job because I'm sick of pinching and cutting myself so thought I'd put some energy into getting the right tool for the job.

Candace 12-16-2014 02:13 PM
Originally Posted by ThayerRags (Post 7010348)
Candace, you're taking all of the fun out of opening those lights up........

CD in Oklahoma
Yeah, lots of fun!!

jlhmnj 12-16-2014 03:06 PM
There could be a tip out there that I'm missing but I thinks it would have to be gouge shaped to scoop under and hold the ring without it sliding off. Such a tool would take the "sport" out of rewiring the old lamps.

Jon

Mrs. SewNSew 12-16-2014 07:45 PM
I've tried cir-clip pliers to remove those rings before and had no luck at all. What worked here was blood sweat and tears. Then the other time, nothing worked. Those lamps are a nightmare to get apart!


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