Can't read the label. It is most likely a carbon tetrachloride fire
extinguisher. They were banned about 1960. It is possible that it
is a CO2, but those generally have a cone, and i didn't see any
evidence of a cone.
Carbon Tet used to be sold under the "Carbona" label and was also
used as a cleaner. Then the gummit decided it was bad and outlawed
it. It was also the primary solvent for dry cleaning.
After it was eliminated in the dry cleaning (commercial) industry,
many dry cleaners went out of business because there was no direct
replacement. It was either invest heavily, or let the gummit put you
out of business.
The brass is of some value, and it may have some value to the movie
prop industry.
Going through my old boxes, I came across this device that appears
to be a diminutive automotive fire extinguisher with mounting
bracket, possibly a rechargeable one. See the attached picture. One
of you "senior" guys recognize this? It looks too small to be of
value in a real fire. When I turn the knob, I hear hissing. Given
that it is made of brass, it must be from years ago. Would look good
in my 240D, maybe? Can someone provide facts about this thing and
how/when it was used? Doesn't look like it would come from Pep Boys
or other discount store. More about the old boxes in a later
submission.
Jerry
1982 240D
1991 Volvo 240
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