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1976: Timepieces, Electronics and Home Office from Argos

(+Old England Gent's Calendar Watch; Yema Gent's Chronograph; Smiths-Astral Gent's Automatic Day/Date Watch; Smiths-Astral Gent's Electronic Calendar Watch; Sandoz Gent's Calendar Watch, and more)
This catalogue page features a range of products, including Wristwatches from brands such as Smiths, Sandoz, and Old England, various calculators from brands like Binatone, Sharp, and Novus, and home office storage and organization solutions, all at Argos prices. (+Binatone "Junior Slide Rule" Calculator Binatone "Mastermind" Calculator Brexton Home Office File Cbm "Gl997r" Calculator Chalet Gent's Calendar Watch Decimo "Vatman" Calculator Executive Telephone Index Imperial "915" Calculator Lady's Pendant Watch Novus "750" Calculator Nurse's Watch Old England Gent's Calendar Watch Personal Home File Sandoz Gent's Calendar Watch Sharp "El8010" Elsimate Liquid Crystal Calculator Smiths 'Sports Timer' Stop Watch Smiths Gent's Pocket Watch With Albert Smiths Pocket Watch With Albert Smiths-Astral Gent's Automatic Calendar Watch Smiths-Astral Gent's Automatic Day/Date Watch Smiths-Astral Gent's Day/Date Watch Smiths-Astral Gent's Electronic Calendar Watch and Yema Gent's Chronograph)
February 19, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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1995: Crystal Decor, Home Ornaments and Tableware from Argos

(+Square Glass Chess Set; Crystal Grandfather Clock; Finely Crafted Model Of The “Bounty”; Artist's Impression Of The Famous “Mayflower”; Edinburgh Crystal International Crystal Basket, and more)
This catalogue page showcases a variety of crystal decor items and tableware, including vases, bowls, figurines, and decorative pieces. Also featured are ornamental items such as clocks, chess sets, and ship-in-a-bottle models, alongside acrylic floral arrangements. The collection offers diverse options for enhancing home decor with elegant and refined crystal accents. (+Artist's Impression Of The Famous “Mayflower” Bcr Gala Vases Bohemia Crystal Fruit Bowl Bohemia Crystal Hollow Sided Vase Bohemia Crystal Tankard Cold Cast Ornamental Waterball Cristal D'arques Boutique Crystal Eagle Cristal D'arques Boutique Crystal Lady Figurine With Frosted Skort Cristal D'arques Boutique Crystal Rearing Horse Cristal D'arques Boutique Leaping Dolphin Cristal D'arques Boutique Owl Crystal Clock Crystal Flower Bowl Crystal Grandfather Clock Crystal Miniatures Crystal Swan Edinburgh Crystal International Crystal Basket Edinburgh Crystal International Hollow Sided Vase English Rose Traditional Style Crystal Fruit Bowl English Rose Traditional Style Flower Vase Finely Crafted Model Of The “Bounty” Finely Crafted Model Of “H.M.S. Golden Hind” Floralique Acrylic Floral Arrangement Hand Crafted Glass Coach And Horse Ornament Hand Crafted Glass Ornament Set Hand Crafted Pot Pourri Containers Heart Shaped Footed Vase Rayware Floral Spray Large Decorated Spiral Glass Vase Royal Doulton Romance Crystal Atomiser Square Glass Chess Set and White Iris Decorated Large Flower Vase)
February 19, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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Jan 1905: Furniture Suite ad from Midland Furnishing Company

(+Couch; Chairs; Carpets; and Linos)

«FURNISH ON EASY TERMS.»
This is an advertisement for Midland Furnishing Company. They are selling furniture on easy terms. The image includes a couch and chairs. They offer free carpets and linoleum laying. There is also a discount for cash payment. Country orders carriage is paid, and goods are packed and delivered free. FURNISH ON EASY TERMS. 69 to 77, JUDD-ST., KING'S CROSS, LONDON. (JUDD STREET IS OPPOSITE ST. PANCRAS STATION.) Business Hours: 9-8. Sat. till 6. Thursdays we do NOT close early. TERMS. WORTH. PER MOΝΤΗ. L10 - - - 7 0 £20 - - - 12 6 TOWN £50 - - - 19 0 or £100 - - - 25 0 COUNTRY. £200 - - - 4 10 0 Any amount pro rata. NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED. 5 per cent. DISCOUNT FOR CASH. Well-finished Suite in Pegamoid, comprising: Large-Size Couch, 2 Easy Chairs, and 6 Upholstered-Back Small Chairs, all spring-stuffed. Price £7 7s., or by Easy Instalments extending over 3 years, without Extra Charge. Write for 1905 Guide and Catalogue, free on mentioning the "Daily Mirror." Country Orders carriage paid. Goods packed and delivered free.
February 19, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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May 1934: Cooking Fat and Washing Powder ad from Joseph Crosfield & Sons Ltd. and J. Bibby & Sons Ltd.

(+Trex Cooking Fat and Persil Washing Powder)

«Both said...only the best will please me»
This advertisement promotes two different products: Trex cooking fat, emphasizing its suitability for frying chips to golden perfection, and Persil washing powder, highlighting its ability to achieve perfect whiteness in laundry, outperforming ordinary washing methods. It features two women, one who uses Persil and one who doesn't, showing the difference in linen whiteness. Both said...only the best will please me EVEN when you think you're getting perfect results with ordinary washing fine dirt gradually gets left behind deep down in the weave of the fabric and bit by bit your linens lose colour. Only Persil's unique action brings perfect whiteness, because Persil is good mild soap made active by oxygen. Use Persil alone—there's no need to add anything else to get perfect results. SHE makes certain of perfect whiteness because she uses Persil's safe oxygen-charged soapsuds. You can't keep linen perfect any other way. SHE fondly fancies she washes perfectly, but a little dirt gets left behind each wash-day and gradually her linens look grey and drab. How good chips can be if you fry them really right -if you fry them in TREX. Then every one has a golden jacket, of just the right delicate crispness - every one, inside, is light, floury and flavoursome. Only with TREX can you be sure of frying chips like that every time. You can make TREX so very hot- without smell or fumes. Try TREX as a shortening too and for cakes. It is more digestible than the usual cooking fats and as rich in Vitamin Das the best summer butter. THE COOKING FAT 4 d. a tub DOUBLE SIZE 7d. 4 LB. TUB 2/4d. TREX IS A BRITISH PRODUCT-PREPARED BY J. BIBBY & SONS, LTD., LIVERPOOL A COOKERY BOOK FOR YOU Send ad. in stamp to: J. BIBBY & SONS, LTD (Dept. V.1),
February 19, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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Dec 1995: CDX 4000 CD Micro System ad from Boots

(+Leather Organiser & Databank Gift Set; Visage Single Foil Mains/Rechargeable Shaver; Monogram Traditional Shaving Set; Natural Collection For Men Wash Bag; and Footballer Toothbrush Holder)

«Gift ideas from Boots»
This advertisement from Boots features various gift ideas for the holiday season. It includes a CD micro system, a leather organizer and databank gift set, a single foil mains/rechargeable shaver, a traditional shaving set, a wash bag with natural collection for men, and a footballer toothbrush holder. Gift ideas from Boots Available from larger Boots stores. Subject to availability. QUICK CHARGE Date 1800 Someone Cares
February 19, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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Jan 1982: Ad for Central News; Muck and Brass; Tiswas, and OTT (Going bananas with custard) on Central

«'White Sphere'exposed as
new TV station launch»
Advertisement for new TV station Central, operating from Nottingham and Birmingham. The studio in Nottingham will offer the first all-electronic news service in the country. Central claim that they will produce television that provides the viewer with a challenge. They aim to provide stimulating television on a national basis, and in-depth coverage of local issues. 'White Sphere'exposed as new TV station launch LAST NIGHT, the truth was revealed about the mysterious white sphere which has been appearing all over central England this week. It turns out to be the symbol for Central, our new TV station operating from both Nottingham and Birmingham. Trailers ad- vertising it have been seen on TV this week in the region. The studio in Nottingham will offer the first all- electronic news service in the country. Central News, the pro- gramme that revealed the truth to mystified viewers, uses ENG the electronic news gathering system. It eliminates film pro- cessing time, so news gets out faster. In some cases, actually as it occurs. Central will also be a major contributor to the ITV network, broadcasting some of its programmes to the whole country. Antony Thomas, the TV director, has just com- pleted his new documentary called "The Most Danger- ous Man in the World". "Muck and Brass" is a six part drama series about town hall corruption. It stars Mel Smith as Tom Craig, property developer and entrepreneur. Central claim that they will produce television that provides the viewer with a challenge. "We aim to pro- vide stimulating television on a national basis, and in- depth coverage of local issues", a spokesman for the company said last night, "We want to make tele- vision that won't allow people to say. There's nothing on the box to- night." It seems they want to make TV that's on the ball. CHRIS TARRANT who made his name on the 'Tiswas' TV programme, said today: "That was kid's stuff compared to our new one". The new one in question is a late night show of chaotic ...
February 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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Oct 1947: Rent Your Radio ad from Various

(+Radio Rentals; Paint Brush; AC Plugs; Craven Plain cigarettes; Bovril; Raisley Baking Powder; and Scottish Oats)
This image is a collection of various advertisements from the 1940s. The ads range from food items like Bovril and Scottish Oats, personal care items like Craven Plain cigarettes and Raisley Baking Powder, home improvement items like paintbrushes and AC Plugs, and home electronics like radios that are available for rent. October 24, 1947 "why should winter worry us?" ful of porridge made with SCOTTISH oats is a bowl full of winter resistance Free illustrated cookery book. Send 6d. in stamps for postage to Scot- tish Oatmeal Millers' Assns., Room D, 32 Melville St., Edinburgh..and get 42 of Scotland's delicious winter-resisting recipes. RADIO TIMES 15 FOR 2/6- OR 20 FOR 3/4 .WHICH SAVES YOU MONEYΡ You can do it in your head: 2d. a cigarette either way, and a shocking price! Quite. But here's an economy plan. If you paid 2/4 a packet before the Budget, pay 2/6 now for a packet of Craven Plain. If you smoked a packet a day then, smoke a packet a day now. Only 15 cigarettes, of course, not 20. But 15 full-size, Virginia cigarettes, richly rewarding and extra long-smoking-cigarettes so good that you enjoy each one more. F Craven Plain smokers everywhere have found that this helps them to keep their spending down without cutting the quality of their smoking. Try the 'fifteen plan' 2/6 a packet. A little BOVRIL puts beef into it When should a good baking powder raise the mixture? THE ANSWER'S "IN THE OVEN" A baking powder should never exhaust its raising power during the mixing, but many do. Raisley is specially prepared to withhold its activity until it feels the heat of the oven. Then, and not till then, it expands throughout the mixture raising strongly, evenly, thoroughly. Whether you use plain or self-raising flour you need Raisley Baking Powder to be sure of successful results. BATTLE TESTED BATTLE HONOURS Battle of Britain Middle East Battle of Germany Central Mediterranean N.W. Europe Far East Battle-tested by the R.A.F., the new AC plugs with aircraft ...
February 19, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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Jan 1988: Microwave ad from Asda

(+Exclusive 'Bramble Cottage' Set of 3 Saucepans with Free Milk Pan; 16 Drawer DIY Storage Cabinet; Castrol GTX Motor Oil 5 litres with Free Model Car; Memorex Chrome C90 Audio Tape Twin-Pack with Free Chrome C60 Audio Tape, and more)
This is a newspaper advertisement from Asda. The advert includes several items, including a microwave, saucepans, storage cabinets, motor oil, audio tapes, yogurt, chicken, oranges, filler, sweetcorn, shampoo, pizza, tissues, and bleach. Several of the items have discounts. One trip and you're laughing. 4 Free Asda Mix 'n' Match Cookbooks when you buy any Microwave e.g. Morphy Richards Speed Cook 150 Access, Visa and Barclays Connect welcome in every department at all stores. All products reduced in price have been on sale at Asda Lancaster at the previous price shown, but not necessarily for a period of 28 days within the last 6 months. All products subject to availability. *Free parking at all stores except Billingham, Birmingham, Birkenhead, Castleford, Hartlepool, Preston Fishergate and South Elmsall.
February 19, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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Aug 1932: Allinson's Bread & Flour ad from Allinson

(+Bread; Flour; and Golden Shred Marmalade)

«There is no better, nor purer wholemeal than Allinson's»
This is an advertisement for Allinson's Britain's Health Giving Bread and Flour. Doctors advise you to drink orange juice with Golden Shred marmalade so that your child's bread needs are met with a natural and healthy choice. There is no better, nor purer wholemeal than Allinson's August 5, 1932 August 12 752 kc's (398.9 m.) RADIO TIMES FRIDAY MIDLAND REGIONAL 12.0 FRANK NEWMAN At the ORGAN of the LOZELLS PICTURE HOUSE, BIRMINGHAM Selection, Lilac Time.... Schubert, arr. Cluteam Minuet. Boccherini 6.0 Ballet Music, Faust Gounod I lost my Heart in Heidelberg Raymond Connemara Ernest Ohlson 6.30 Fantasy, A Life on the Ocean arr. Myddleton Can't we talk it over? Young Minuet, Berenice Handel Selection, The Merry Widow Lehar 1.0 London Regional Programme 2.0-3.0 THE MIDLAND STUDIO ORCHESTRA Directed by FRANK CANTELL Overture, Opéra Bouffe Finck Berceuse. Lacome Second Serenade. Meyer 7.30 Under the Stars Eric Coates Selection, The Lilac Domino. Cuvillier Waltz, Artist's Life.. Johann Strauss, arr. Winter Goblin Shadows Rayners 8.5 The Lotus Flower. Lincke Selection, Songs of old London.. Herbert Oliver 5.15 The Children's Hour Warwickshire Grandmother's Stories'-I About Flowers,' by ANTHEA NORTH Songs by MURIEL CORNOCK (Soprano) STANLEY LOWE (Violin) Big-Wigs, a Talk, by WILLIAM HUGHES The First News' Ernest Parsons and his Orchestra From the PALACE, ERDINGTON, BIRMINGHAM Overture, Hänsel and Gretel. Humperdinck Petite Caprice Ketelhey (Solo Pianoforte, CORA ASTLE) Waltz, To hold you in my Arms Dubin Petite Suite de Concert Coleridge-Taylor Goyoscas Granados Selection, The Rose Bearer. Strauss Waltz, The blue Danube Johann Strauss THE MIDLAND STUDIO CHORUS Under the direction of EDGAR MORGAN London Regional Programme The Second News' 9.30 9.45 Midland News 9.50-11.0 London Regional Programme This Week's Epilogue: COMFORTABLE WORDS THE NIGHT SHINETH AS THE DAY' Psalm iv Isaiah lx, 16-22 Hymn, Sunset and Evening Star (Ancient and Modern, No. 694) Revelation xxii, ...
February 19, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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1991: Audio Equipment, Portable Audio and Boomboxes from Argos

(+SANYO Mcd Z30 Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder; Jvc Rc-x510 Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder; PHILIPS Az8394 "Sound Machine" Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder; HITACHI Trk 3d88 "Superwoofer" Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder, and more)
This catalog page showcases a variety of stereo radio/cassette recorders from brands like Philips, Sharp, Sony, Hitachi, Jvc, and Sanyo. It features models with CD players, twin cassette decks, surround sound, and detachable speakers, highlighting the price for each item. (+HITACHI Msw600 Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder HITACHI Trk 3d30 "Superwoofer" Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder HITACHI Trk 3d50 "Superwoofer" Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder HITACHI Trk 3d88 "Superwoofer" Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder HITACHI Trkw 530 Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder Jvc Pcw-150 Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder Jvc Rc-x510 Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder PHILIPS 7492 Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder PHILIPS Aw7694 Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder PHILIPS Az8394 "Sound Machine" Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder SANYO Mcd Z10 Stereo Cd Radio/cassette Recorder SANYO Mcd Z30 Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder SHARP Wqt 360e Stereo Radio/cassette Recorder SONY Cfd 50l Cd/stereo Radio/cassette Recorder and SONY Cfsw 504 Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder)
February 18, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Apr 1963: Paint ad from Woolworth

«For top paint value come to Woolworth TODAY!»
An advertisement for paint sold at Woolworth promises to reduce paint costs by over a third. The ad features a man and a woman examining a paint sample while standing next to cans of "Household" brand "luxury emulsion paint. For top paint value come to Woolworth TODAY! cut your paint costs by over a third !
February 18, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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Aug 1953: Soap ad from Fairy

«"Eight children-but no washday worries, thanks to FAIRY MILDNESS"»
This is an advertisement for Fairy Soap. A woman is pictured in several small comic frames, followed by an endorsement from Mrs. S. Carter, Startforth, CO. Durham. Mrs. Carter explains how Fairy Soap helps her deal with the washing and cleaning needs of her eight children. She states that "washing days are easy" and her "hands stay smooth" because of Fairy. "Eight children-but no washday worries, thanks to FAIRY MILDNESS" SAYS MRS. S. CARTER, STARTFORTH, CO. DURHAM. "YES, I'VE EIGHT BONNY CHILDREN – BUT, MY WORD, HOW THEY LOVE GETTING DIRTY! EVERY WEEK THERE ARE HEAPS OF GRUBBY SHIRTS AND DRESSES! ALL THE WASHING AND CLEANING USED TO MAKE MY HANDS SO SORE-THEY ALMOST FELT RED-HOT! MY HANDS GOT IN SUCH A STATE THAT. SOMETIMES I JUST COULDN'T FACE MY WORK. For smoother hands, cleaner clothes the mildest household soap FM BUT DURING THE WAR I DISCOVERED FAIRY. I FOUND IT SO KIND TO MY HANDS, AND REALLY THOROUGH TOO! I'VE USED FAIRY EVER SINCE. HOWEVER MUCH WASHING I HAVE, FAIRY ALWAYS DOES IT BEAUTIFULLY THANK GOODNESS FOR FAIRY! EVEN WITH MY FAMILY, WASHDAYS ARE EASY-AND MY HANDS STAY SMOOTH!" The pure green soap with OLIVE OIL A HEDLEY QUALITY PRODUCT
February 18, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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Aug 1956: Medicated Toilet Roll ad from IZAL

«Mother does know best...»
An advertisement for IZAL toilet roll. The ad features a girl in the top half and, in the bottom half, a graphic of the product and text explaining that the roll is medicated to protect the family. Mother does know best... She buys the IZAL Roll-because the tissue is soft, smooth . . . and strong . . . because it is the only roll medicated with IZAL Germicide. Give your family this extra protection-get the IZAL Roll today. BRITAIN'S LARGEST-SELLING TOILET ROLL
February 18, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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1994: Cookware and Kitchen Appliances from Argos

(+Tefal Twin Ultrabase Fry Pan Set; Swan Townhouse Green Fry Pans; Tefal Russet Red Ultrabase Fry Pan; Meyer Flat Bottomed Wok; Ensee Traditional Chinese Wok; Ken Hom Wok And Cookery Course; Traditional Chinese Wok; Large Green Fry Pan, and more)
This catalogue page features a variety of pressure cookers and cookware. The page offers a range of products with varying features, materials, and sizes, providing options for different cooking needs and preferences. (+Egg Poacher Ensee Single Handed Chinese Wok Ensee Traditional Chinese Wok Ken Hom Wok And Cookery Course Large Green Fry Pan Meyer Flat Bottomed Wok Prestige Quick 'n' Easy Aluminium Pressure Cooker Prestige Rise 'n' Time Aluminium Pressure Cooker Prestige Rise 'n' Time Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Prestige Stainless Steel Automatic Pressure Cooker Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Steamer Swan Townhouse Green Fry Pans Tefal Russet Red Ultrabase Fry Pan Tefal Sensor Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Plus Free Timer Tefal Twin Ultrabase Fry Pan Set Tower Family Aluminium Pressure Cooker Tower Speedchef Pressure Cooker Traditional Chinese Wok and “Magex” Twin Fry Pan Set)
February 18, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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1963: Cookware, Kitchen and General from Littlewoods

(+Set Of Three Pans; Bellied Fish Fryer With Basket And Cover; Fish Fryer, Basket And Cover; Bellied Frypan With Cover; Covered Frypan; Set Of Three Stewpans; Set Of Three Bellied Pans; and Set Of Three Bellied Stewpans)
This is a catalogue page displaying various kitchen equipment, including stewpans, frypans, and fish fryers, from brands like Golden Spinney and Spinney. The products are made of polished aluminium and feature heat-resisting handles and anodised lids. The catalogue provides product names and pricing information for each item. (+Bellied Fish Fryer With Basket And Cover Bellied Frypan With Cover Covered Frypan Fish Fryer, Basket And Cover Set Of Three Bellied Pans Set Of Three Bellied Stewpans Set Of Three Pans and Set Of Three Stewpans)
February 18, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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Nov 1949: Dettol Antiseptic ad from Reckitt & Colman Ltd

«DETTOL ANTISEPTIC
the safe way to safety.»
An advertisement for Dettol antiseptic, featuring a doctor in a waiting room scenario, emphasizing its widespread use in hospitals and homes, and promoting it as a safe way to prevent infection. DETTOL ANTISEPTIC the safe way to safety. MOST OF US SPEAK as we fancy: a doctor must speak as he finds. The long training that absorbs his youth, the practice that fills his life and elbows out his leisure, both urge without pause to this purpose; that he may with more and more certainty speak as he finds. There are in Great Britain nearly 60,000 medical men and women, and of this great number there are few, very few, who do not use and recommend 'Dettol.' In our great hospitals, in surgical wards and clinics, and in maternity homes throughout the country, the safety and efficacy of 'Dettol have been proved in literally millions of cases. How easy, then, for you to learn from the example of those best qualified to judge, and in your own home, when- ever or wherever infection threatens, to use 'Dettol' promptly. It is the safe way to safety. Obtainable from all chemists.
February 18, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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May 1971: C200 SL ad from Grundig

(+C60 Cassette and Microphone)

«At last. A good cassette
recorder that sounds like
a good tape recorder.»
An advertisement for the Grundig C200 SL portable cassette player and recorder. The advertisement talks about the quality of the product and the additional functions of it. The price for a C200 SL recorder at the time of the advertisement was £39.90. At last. A good cassette recorder that sounds like a good tape recorder. Mention cassette recorders to some people and they start looking down their noses. But unless you've heard the automatic Grundig C200 SL, you haven't heard the half of it. It's a get-around cassette recorder with sit-around sound quality. The real secret is power and the C200 SL is packed with it. Result? Bigger, better sound you can control. To make life simple, the Grundig Easy-G dial handles everything from 'start' to cassette ejection. And a built-in control ensures perfect recording every time. Automatically. Use it as a staid old sit-around, if you like. There's a connection socket for mains operation and we can supply a power pack as an optional extra. But just to encourage you to get around, we give you a microphone and C60 cassette for free. Now isn't all that enough to bring you round to the idea of a get-around recorder? By Grundig, of course. C200 SL £39.90. (Recommended price) *Manual version available. Grundig (Great Britain) Ltd., London, S.E.26 Made better to sound better
February 17, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Nov 1992: RCD 995 CD player ad from Samsung

«What?...»
This is an advertisement for the Samsung RCD 995 CD player. It touts 35 watts for under £100 and 16 track programmable CD with Introscan, CD Synchro dubbing, repeat facility and 3 band tuner. The ad uses the word "What" as its main attention getter. What?... Now there's a CD that gives you 35 watts for under £100. The Samsung RCD 995 comes with a crucial 16 track programmable CD with Introscan, CD Synchro dubbing, repeat facility and 3 band tuner. (That's a radio to you and me.) Now, is that a knockout deal, or what? Technology that works for life.
February 17, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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Jan 1966: Records ad from EMI

(+Shirley Bassey at the Pigalle; The Beatles/Rubber Soul; Bruckner Sym. No.4/Klemperer; Rossini and Donizetti Arias; Elgar Cello Concerto/du Pré; De Burgos - The Three Cornered Hat; Mary Poppins Film Soundtrack; The Hollies; Magic of The Minstrels, and more)
An advertisement promoting EMI Records with a variety of albums including classical music, film soundtracks, pop hits, and solo artists. The ad encourages customers to purchase these records with their Christmas tokens and directs them to their local EMI dealer. People like you enjoy listening to music like this on EMI Records Cliff Richard Columbia SCX3569 33SX1769 Frank Ifield Columbia SCX3559 33SX1751 Bruckner Sym. No.4/Klemperer Columbia SAX2569 33CX1928 Mary Poppins Film Soundtrack H.M.V. CSD1564 CLP1794 Matt Monro Hits of Yesterday Parlophone PMC1265 The Beatles/Rubber Soul Parlophone PCS3075 PMC1267 Shirley Bassey Columbia SCX3577 33SX1787 The Beach Boys Capitol ST1998 T1998 Rossini and Donizetti Arias Columbia SAX2564 33CX1923 De Burgos The Three Cornered Hat H.M.V ASD608 ALP2059 More Hits! The Shadows Columbia SCX3578 33SX1791 Tears of Happiness Columbia SCX3579 33SX1793 KEN DODD The Seekers A World of Our Own Columbia 33SX1722 Slim Whitman The Best of S.W. (Vol. 1) Liberty LBY3054 Magic of the Minstrels H.M.V. CSD1631 CLP1917 P. J. Proby Liberty LBY1264 Elgar Cello Concerto/du Pré H.M.V. ASD655 ALP2106 Frank Sinatra The Connoisseurs' Sinatra Capitol T20734 The Hollies Hollies Parlophone PMC1261 get these records with your Christmas tokens go to your local dealer for these EMI Records E.M.I. RECORDS (THE GRAMOPHONE CO. LTD.) E.M.I. HOUSE, 20 MANCHESTER SQUARE, LONDON, W.
February 17, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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Mar 1987: Colour TV and Video Recorder ad from Comet

(+Philips 51CM FSQ Vision Colour TV and Ferguson VHS Video; Grundig 51CM FST Colour TV and Philips VHS Video; Decca 22" Teletext Colour TV and Decca VHS Video; Goodmans 20" Teletext Colour TV and Philips VHS Video, and more)
This is a Comet advertisement, which features a range of televisions and video recorders from various brands like Goodmans, Decca, Philips, Grundig, Fidelity, and Amstrad. There are also special offers on select TVs and video recorders. The advertisement offers various deals on TVs and video recorders including 5 free video tapes with some products and 10 months interest free credit on certain purchases. There are also offers for instant credit and price matching. Thousands of square feet. Thousands of square deals. MORE COMPUTER OFFERS • MORE VIDEO OFFERS • MORE HI-FI OFFERS • MORE TV OFFERS • MORE MICROWAVE OFFERS • MORE FREEZER OFFERS • MORE COOKER OFFERS NEW TO COMET THE FANTASTIC GOODMANS RANGE GOODMANS 14" COLOUR TV Latest monitor styling LOWEST PRICE 14" COMET PRICE £139.95 8 push button channel controls Loop aerial Metallic grey finish Model 14X. 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO GOODMANS 20" COLOUR TV WITH ALBA VHS VIDEO RECORDER Twin speaker design 8 push button controls Complete with stand and adjustable video shelf Model: 20X. Model: 4000 Video infra red remote control, 4 event, 14 day timer. Normal Comet price £549.90. SAVE £100 COMET PRICE £449.90 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO TURBO TEXT TELETEXT GOODMANS 20" COLOUR TV 29 channels 4 page ITU ORACHITU SAVE £100 COMET PRICE £279.95 memory Infra-red remote control Twin speaker design Complete with stand and adjustable video shelf Model: 20XRT. TELETEXT DECCA 22 Infra-red rem 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO DECCA 22" TELETEXT COLOUR TV AND DECCA VHS VIDEO VRH 8490 DK red remote control Model: DV9499. Plus Decca VHS DV9499. Norm recorder Model: VRH 8490 DK with remote control 35 mel tuning Normal Comet price £709.90. SAVE £110 COMET PRICE £599.90 FULL REMOTE CONTROL GOODMANS 14" COLOUR TV The portable with full REMOTE CONTROL COMET PRICE £159.95 feature infra red remote control 8 channel direct access LED display Switch off via remote control Model: 14XR. GOODMANS 20"...
February 17, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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1980: Kitchenware, Storage and Accessories from Argos

(+Prestige Kitchen Tool Set; Cole & Mason Spice Rack; Prestige Kitchen Cutlery Set; 6 Piece Cutlery Set; Skyline Kitchen Tool And Knife Set; Kitchen Tool Set; Skyline Kitchen Tool Set, and more)
This is a catalogue page featuring kitchenware, kitchen tools, cutlery sets, spice racks, dish drainers, and food storage containers. It showcases products from brands like Prestige and Cole & Mason. The page provides a variety of items suitable for cooking, food preparation, and storage in the home. (+6 Piece Cutlery Set Cole & Mason Clear Acrylic Pepper Mill And Salt Mill Set Cole & Mason Spice Rack Defrosting Set Homeproud 3 Tier Dish Drainer Kitchen Tool Set Nutbrown Icing Outfit Piece Basin Set Piece Fridge/freezer Set Prestige Kitchen Cutlery Set Prestige Kitchen Tool Set Skyline Kitchen Tool And Knife Set Skyline Kitchen Tool Set Skyline Nylon Bladed Kitchen Tool Set Tler Dish Drainer and Wooden Pepper Mill And Salt Shaker Set)
February 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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1992: Home Cleaning Appliances and Floor Care from Argos

(+Hoover U2662 Turbo-master Freedom Upright Cleaner; Philips Hl1732 Tri-vac 3-in-1 Cleaner; Hoover S4470 Aquamaster Multi System Cleaner; Hoover U2602 Turbo-power Plus Upright Cleaner, and more)
This catalogue page features various vacuum cleaners and carpet cleaning machines from brands like Hoover, Philips, Electrolux, Panasonic, Goblin, Hitachi and Vax. The products range from upright cleaners and multi-system cleaners to wet/dry vacuums and steam cleaners. Some include additional features such as built-in tools, special attachments and free items. (+Aqua Vac 620 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Aqua Vac Super 30 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Electrolux 1070 Twin Turbo Super Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1250 Glider Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1410 "Contour" Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1460 "Contour" Varipower Upright Cleaner Electrolux Masterlux 3-in-1 Cleaner Goblin Multi-system Goblin Plus 1000 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Goblin Steamatic Steam Cleaner Hitachi Powerhouse Cvs600 Upright Cleaner Hoover Aquamaster Hoover S4470 Aquamaster Multi System Cleaner Hoover U2408 Turbo-power Hoover U2602 Turbo-power Plus Upright Cleaner Hoover U2662 Turbo-master Freedom Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e41n Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e42n Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e43n Upright Cleaner Philips Hl1732 Tri-vac 3-in-1 Cleaner Philips Hl3687/8 Upright Cleaner and Vax 2000 Complete Carpet Care Machine)
February 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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1992: Tableware, Kitchenware and Home Décor from Argos

(+Sheraton Decanter And Wine Glass Stand; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Brandy; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Wine; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Square Decanter, and more)
This catalogue page features a variety of crystal and glassware sets, including whisky glasses, wine glasses, decanters, and serving sets from brands like Bohemia, Edinburgh Crystal, Ravenhead, and Luminarc. The products range in price and come in various styles, including cut crystal and contemporary designs. (+Bohemia Brandy Bohemia Flute Bohemia Fruit Bowl Bohemia Whisky Bohemia Wine Crystal D'arques Longchamp Wine Glasses Dema International Chenille White Wine Glasses Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Brandy Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Square Decanter Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Whisky Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Wine Eternal Beau 12 Piece Tumbler Set Luminarc Octime 18 Piece Set Luminarc Wine Glasses Mirage 18 Piece Tuimbler Set Ravenhead 36 Piece Home Starter Set Ravenhead Avalon 24 Piece Entertainer Set Ravenhead Style 18 Piece Set Ravenhead White Fire 9 Piece Dessert Set and Sheraton Decanter And Wine Glass Stand)
February 17, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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1986: Tools, Garden and Materials Handling from Argos

(+Bosch Pst55-Pe Orbital Action Variable Speed Jigsaw; Black & Decker Dn66 Woodworker Plunge Action Router; Bosch Pof52 Plunging Router; Bosch Pst 50-E Jigsaw; Black & Decker Dn538Se Variable Speed Jigsaw, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of tools for woodworking and DIY, including circular saws, jigsaws, routers, and router bit sets. It also features garden items, like hedge trimmers, clippers, a compost bin, hose reels and trolleys. (+Black & Decker 8 Piece Router Bit Set Black & Decker A4057 Router Bit Set Black & Decker D2310 Router Table Black & Decker De Luxe Reinforced Hose and Cassette Black & Decker Dn531 Power Jigsaw Black & Decker Dn538Se Variable Speed Jigsaw Black & Decker Dn66 Woodworker Plunge Action Router Black & Decker GS400 Mains Electric Garden Clippers Black & Decker Mains DN402 Electric Chain Saw Black & Decker Move-It-All Bosch PHS 46G Mains Electric Hedge Trimmer Bosch Pks46 6 Inch Circular Saw Bosch Pof52 Plunging Router Bosch Pst 50-E Jigsaw Bosch Pst55-Pe Orbital Action Variable Speed Jigsaw Croydex Husky Thru-Feed Hose Reel Croydex Reinforced Flat Hose and Reel Dog Loo Essex Large Enricher Compost Bin Haltrac 3-In-1 Trolley Hozelock-Asl Courier Pressure Sprayer and Incinerator)
February 16, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Apr 1880: Bent Wood Furniture ad from Thonet Brothers

(+Furniture)

«BENT WOOD FURNITURE.
THONET BROTHERS,
VIENNA,»
This vintage advertisement features bent wood furniture from Thonet Brothers of Vienna. The ad notes that they are the original inventors and manufacturers of the products. It also lists prize medals awarded at various exhibitions, and their London Depot address is provided. A book of designs and price list is available free per post. BENT WOOD FURNITURE. THONET BROTHERS, VIENNA, ORIGINAL INVENTORS AND MANUFACTURERS OF THE ABOVE. London Depot: 417, OXFORD ST., W. PRIZE MEDALS Awarded : London, 1851, 1862; Paris, 1855, 1867; Stettin, 1865; Hamburg, 1862; Cassel, 1870, &c., &c. JURORS-EXHIBITIONS-Vienna, 1873; Philadelphia, 1876. PARIS, THE LEGION OF HONOUR and TWO GOLD MEDALS have been awarded for excellence and perfection of their Invention and Manufacture. Book of Designs and Price List free per post.
February 16, 2026 at 8:06 PM