From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
Advertisement leaflet for the Kismet-Duplex, Junior, and Garage model foot pumps.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 149\5\ scan0049 | |
| Date | 17th January 1924 guessed | |
| Twice the Air — and no Labour Six Facts that demonstrate the overwhelming superiority of the “Kismet-Duplex” 1. An actual delivery of 50%-100% more air per stroke with 50% less output of effort is obtainable with the 'KISMET-DUPLEX' Pump as compared with any other foot operated type. These claims have been proved literally correct by practical test. 2. Strength is a special feature of the 'KISMET.' It is an 'engineer's job' throughout—made to play a real part in the everyday life of a car. It satisfies the technical eye because every part is built to serve. 3. Friction bearings are brought down to an irreducible minimum, the spring being correctly designed to give a velvet-like action, and to ensure long and continuous service. 4. All Steel parts are of best Sheffield quality, and the pump is provided with unbreakable gauge and 'Renrut' connector designed instantly to fit all valves. 5. Pressures up to 300 lbs. per square inch can be obtained with comparative ease. 6. The efficiency of the 'KISMET' has been demonstrated by the inflation of an 810 x 90 tyre to 70 lbs. per square inch with only 1 1/4 minutes' steady movement. This twelve-months' guarantee is given with every 'Kismet Duplex' Foot Pump sold. Guarantee We hereby guarantee the 'Kismet Duplex' foot pump for twelve months' service from date of purchase & in evidence of quality & good faith agree to execute free of charge any repairs which may be necessary during that period provided that such repairs have been necessitated by fair wear and tear. WM. TURNER & BRO. LTD. W Turner Patented in England and Abroad Telephone: 3260 Central. Telegrams: “Compression,” Sheffield. The Pump that is Two Pumps FOOT Pumps are more or less the same in type, differing only in the arrangement of the details or position of the parts. The Patent 'Kismet Duplex' Foot Pump is not a pump in the usual sense of the word, it is a great deal more, and is better described as a two stage air compressor. The construction of the 'Kismet Duplex' is so entirely different from anything else on the market, that a knowledge of, or acquaintance with any other pump gives no idea of what it can accomplish. You just cannot compare it with other pumps. There is no other pump similar—it stands in a class by itself, entirely unique in conception and design, and, in addition, is built like an engine. It makes tyre inflation really easy. Actually, it is two pumps in one. The larger supplies twice the usual air, which the smaller delivers to the tyre without effort and with a rapidity previously unknown. Letters are received every day both from dealers and owners, expressing delight and satisfaction at the amazing performance of the Patent ‘Kismet-Duplex’ Double-Acting Foot Pump Fitted complete with 'Renrut' Unbreakable Pressure Gauge and Push-on Pump Connection fitting All valves. 58/6 In Wooden Box. FOR YOUR PROTECTION Many extravagant claims are being made these days for pumps, making it increasingly difficult for the non-technical buyer to discriminate between the pump that is made merely to sell and the pump that is made to triumphantly live up to all that is guaranteed for it. We therefore feel it incumbent on us to direct the particular attention of buyers to the fact that THE PATENT KISMET DUPLEX FOOT PUMP has proved itself in practice to be a peer in the realm of foot pumps. It does what no other pump on the market can do—it gives twice the air with no labour. It was designed to do this by the engineer who made the discovery, and the patents are your protection. Always look for the Turner patent numbers. WILLIAM TURNER & BRO. LTD., SOLE MAKERS. 44, EYRE LANE, SHEFFIELD. Telegrams: “Compression,” Sheffield. Telephone: 3260 Central. Two other “Kismet” Models The “KISMET” JUNIOR A pattern recommended for smaller types. This model combines the strength and finish of the “Kismet Duplex,” with a capacity equal to that of any other foot pump. Fitted complete with "Renrut" Unbreakable Pressure Gauge, and Push-on Pump Connection fitting all valves. 40/- In Wooden Box The “KISMET” GARAGE Model All the well-known “Kismet” features are embodied in an extra large model, heavily built for garage service. Fitted with specially long flex 79/6 RUNNING BOARD PUMP BOX A highly finished box (in solid mahogany), for attachment to the running board of the car, to take Kismet-Duplex or Junior Models, can be supplied at an extra charge of 32/6 | ||