Agree w/Pre'58Dave. Points will corrode over time when not used and all it takes is a thin layer of insulation to get them to not conduct. If they don't conduct you'll not have spark.
Clean the contacts or replace the points and gap them correctly then check for spark.
Get one of those cheap sparkplug spark testers.
Static spark test is VERY simple w/a points ign.
1) turn engine until the points are closed.
2) turn key on or otherwise ensure that there is voltage on the coils pos terminal.
3) with the spark tester connected to #1 plug, use a thin piece of wood,plastic or any other non-conducting material stiff enough to manually push th epoints open.
You should see a spark whenever you open the points.
If not, troubleshoot that the points are conducting ( theres several methods to do this), make sure the coil is correct and that it had voltage to it.
Good luck
Dave
