Lamp Post (Style B)

The lamp post consists of the lamp post, cap, diffuser, fiber optic segment, electronics package, and battery.

NOTE: Kits produced from December 2025 forward no longer include the reflector (inside the diffuser) nor the fiber optic segment. The electronics package has been upgraded with a 50mm extension, which gets inserted directly in to the lamp post, removing the need for the reflector and fiber optic segment. Updated instructions/photos will be added in the near future, along with a painting and assembly tutorial video.

It is strongly recommended that assembly be done _after_ painting.

  1. Prepare the lamp post using snips to trim off any remaining support material (if any), similar to cleaning off “flash” from injection molded miniatures.
  2. Paint the lamp post and cap as desired.
    1. We use Rustoleum Camo Black paint/primer, but any flat or matte acrylic paint/primer should work.
    2. Allow to dry fully between each painting step.
    3. Dry brush the base and post with neutral gray (Liquitex No 5)
    4. Dry brush the pole with Muddy Brown (Reaper)
    5. Dry brush the pole with Faded Khaki (Reaper)
    6. Carefully paint the outsides of the metal rings and the lantern with a 50/50 mix of black and metallic gunmetal (Vallejo). Do the same for the cap.
    7. Lightly dry brush base to catch edges with unbleached titanium white.
    8. Lightly dry brush the post, rings, and lantern with unbleached titanium white, to accent edges.
    9. Lightly dry brush the cap to match.
  3. After painting is done and dry, glue the electronics package in to the base using superglue (we use Gorilla Glue Gel). Kits produced Dec 2025 and beyond: Apply glue inside the base of the post, then carefully insert the electronics package’s extension and the package itself in to the base until it is completely inserted (the electronics package should be flush with the base of the lamp post).
  4. Insert the Fiber Optic Segment in to the post fully. It should be flush or close to flush with the top of the pole.
  5. Carefully line up and insert the diffuser. A small amount of force is OK, but do not apply excessive force. If you have difficulty inserting it, check for any leftover support material or rough edges. The diffuser should sit flush (or very close to flush) with the top of the pole.
  6. Insert the battery in to the electronics package and turn on the lamp post. You should see a nice warm light coming from the diffuser.
  7. Once everything is working, apply a small amount of glue around the bottom edges of the cap and carefully line it up with the top of the lamp post, and glue it in to place.