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t42, Checked out the rim and it is iron, as are the rims of the 2 other lenses. (clear and blue) The other 2 rims are rolled over the lens, without snap rings. The chimney top is marked Jno.W.Brown, model 115. Would you think that it is possible that Henry had them made some with iron rims, and some with brass rims?
As of now, my plan is to make a ring from #9 wire, clamp it in place, and then "roll" the rim back to it's original position. Then remove the wire ring, and glue the lens in place. The other 2 lenses appear to be held in as a "press fit", and show no evidence of adhesive. I may have to heat the rim to cherry red, and proceed in small increments, but I won't know until I try.
This project won't be on the "active" list until about May, after I return from sunny south Texas. I'll let you know how it works out. Thanks for your input. Skolzie