Help with interesting gear find

[BradTheGeek]

Have a coworker that used to brew, hasn't for a while due to divorce, smaller space, etc. He said I can use some of his gear until he gets back into brewing, I said sure thing!

Today he gave be a Boots Pressure Barrel. Best I can tell its english/european and not made any more (mold stamp in plastic indicates 1986). I believe it is used for carbonating, much as a keg. I think you can prime and wait or force carb with CO2 cartridges.

Anyone here have advice on whether this is usable, instructions, things to check/repair/replace?

The lid gasket is cruddy and may need replacing, but cleaning may suffice. The whole thing needs a scrub (mouse droppings were included in the package) and some sort of pressure check. Could I do that with water and a CO2 cartridge?

I just don't know but would love if I could start 'kegging' with this. Unfortunately it is a bit too big for my fermentation chamber (which I can get down to 35-40 if need be), but I may be able to work things out.

Pics are attached and replies very welcome.

 

[cubalz]

That is very cool. Something makes me think that I remember these things back in the day. If it was mine, I would modify the top for an airlock and use it as a primary fermenter. It reminds me of the Speidel fermenters I currently use. Nice score!