Will your cords work with my vintage bulbs?

November 11, 2016

Question

Will this 50-foot C7 cord hold the vintage GE lighted ice bulbs? The lights say C7, but I want to confirm since they’re vintage.

Answer:

I can’t guarantee it completely but C7 or E12 as a light bulb base specification has been standard for many years.

You should be fine.

Test your bulbs first and install them in a modern night light. That will let you know if they’ll be compatible with our C7 cords!

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Shellie

Aside from throwing dinner parties that feature at least two kinds of cheese dip, Shellie's passions include travel, Mid-Century Modern furnishings and finding the perfect street taco. Has been known to snort laugh champagne.

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