Trying to find out some more info on this light?

[kerry4951]

Anyone know anything about these Mars Skybolt Portables? Wondering if the Model # has any specific meaning? Im thinking the "3" might be for this particular 3 bulb Skybolt. Might a 2 bulb Skybolt on this arrangement be a SWC-P2?

 

[toon80]

I think Jennycop has one of those...

 

[kerry4951]

They seem to be a rare light and not a whole lot known about them.

 

[dmathieu]

They are rare. Not a heavily sold light, due to the popularity, and effectiveness of the much easier to use magnetic mount portable lights.

 

[kerry4951]

Thats what I kinda assumed Dan. Reminds me of a rather inconvenient set up but a very unique light for any collector.

 

[ERIC6913]

They are rare. Not a heavily sold light, due to the popularity, and effectiveness of the much easier to use magnetic mount portable lights.

True Dan,
But remember magnetic lights are intended to be used on stationary vehicles only as temporary warning lights, per most manufacturers instructions (for obvious liability reasons). Magnetic lights in general were never intended to be used on moving vehicles, even though everyone did and still does today LOL. This mount was actually intended to be used on moving vehicles, but for more of a short term period.

 

[Maxim2Eng]

Also used for "temporary service" such as on a leased vehicle and not necessarily for an emergency vehicle. It was popular for construction companies on highway jobs (had an uncle in the biz).

 

[kerry4951]

Model SWC-P3...........................what it stands for

"S"= Skybolt
"W"= ?
"C"= Chrome
"P"= Plastic
"3"= 3 bulbs

Any guesses on what the "W" stands for?

 

[894]

"W" stands for "who in hell would put one of these on their vehicle?"

Geezus...

 

[kerry4951]

As a collector I dont look at practicality as much as I look at uniqueness and rarity. I guess we all deal with our hobbies in our own way.

 

[dmathieu]

I see other chrome models marked SW2, SW3. I'm thinking the c might mean "Clamp on"??
W....maybe "Warning"??
Maybe the P is for "Portable"?? Plastic models seem to be SW2, SW3, with no P??

 

[kerry4951]

Tri Lite which makes the Skybolt uses "CP" for chrome plastic in their current line as part of the model#. Thats where I came up with the C and P designation. P for portable would make sense though. You are probably correct with that assumption Dan

 

[EL1998P71]

I bet that one is a cig cord melter!
Very neat option.

 

[tsquale]

Here are some photos that were posted on a Facebook group, courtesy of Bill Taylor.