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12-16-2014, 02:13 PM

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Candace

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Originally Posted by jlhmnj

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.

12-16-2014, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ThayerRags

Candace, you're taking all of the fun out of opening those lights up........

CD in Oklahoma

Yeah, lots of fun!!

12-16-2014, 03:06 PM

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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

12-16-2014, 07:45 PM

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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!