John wrote:

"Christian McArdle" wrote in message
...

Have you ever seen an unprotected wire fuse blow?

Many times and whilst a bit spectacular on the flash/bang front not anything
to be overly concerned about. Its not so many years since rewireable fuses
were the norm throughout the country.

"Ditto" and "quite."

The old Wylex boxes could be fitted with cartridge fuseholders or plug in
MCBs. However the fact remains Rewireable fuses are still acceptable.

Indeed.

--
Andy