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Old UK Christmas Catalogues
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Running from September 16th to Christmas Day each year, displays random double-page spreads from Christmas catalogues from the past hundred years or so. A Festive version of @OldUKCatalogues.bsky.social
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#Christmas 1992: Movies and Documentaries from Our Price

(+Wild at Heart; Hearts of Darkness; Misery; The Silence of the Lambs; Total Recall; Akira; Robin Hood; Robocop and Robocop 2; When Harry Met Sally; Dirty Dancing; Only Fools and Horses; Fawlty Towers - The Germans; Scorsese x 4, and more)
This page is a catalogue spread showcasing a variety of films and TV shows, categorized into sections like movies and documentaries. The listings include titles, certifications, and prices. The page features both well-known titles and lesser-known options. (+Akira Amnesty International's Big 30 Cherfitness - A New Attitude Dirty Dancing Fantasia Fawlty Towers - The Germans Hearts of Darkness Lovers Guide 2 - Making Sex Even Better Misery Only Fools and Horses Phil Collins... But Seriously, The Videos Red Dwarf II - Stasis Leak Robin Hood Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves Robocop and Robocop 2 Scorsese x 4 The Amazing Adventures of Mr Bean The Silence of the Lambs The Terminator Total Recall When Harry Met Sally and Wild at Heart)
December 19, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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#Christmas 1991: Toys & Games and Science Kits from NSPCC

(+Four Flower Fairies Books; Miniature World of Beatrix Potter; Hocus Pocus Magic Set; Nursery Rhymes Jigsaws; Voice Changer Megaphone; Tub Pets; Crazy Drinking Glasses; Wildlife Detective Kit; Optical Illusions, and more)
This page features a variety of toys and games, primarily aimed at children. There are educational items such as jigsaw puzzles and a microscope kit. It also includes creative options like a magic set and a Christmas journal. The page promotes an NSPCC charity appeal. (+Biotime Clock Crazy Drinking Glasses Four Flower Fairies Books Hocus Pocus Magic Set Initial Embroidery Kit Microscope Kit Miniature World of Beatrix Potter My Christmas Journal Nursery Rhymes Jigsaws Optical Illusions Rolling Drawing Ruler Threatened Forest Jigsaw Tub Pets Voice Changer Megaphone and Wildlife Detective Kit)
December 19, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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#Christmas 2000: Frozen Desserts from Sainsbury's

(+Profiterole Gateau; Raspberry & Passionfruit Meringue Bar; Blueberry Muffin Madness; Chocolate Muffin Sensation; and Apricot & Brandysnap Bar)
This page showcases Sainsbury's frozen dessert range. High-quality images display various delectable options, from elegant raspberry meringues to rich profiterole gateaux. The text emphasizes the indulgent nature and variety available in the freezer section, highlighting their luxurious quality. (+Apricot & Brandysnap Bar Blueberry Muffin Madness Chocolate Muffin Sensation Profiterole Gateau and Raspberry & Passionfruit Meringue Bar)
December 19, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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#Christmas 1992: Homeware and Furniture from Habitat

(+Woodland Tableware Range; Palm Candlesticks; Miami Sofa; Sculptured Teale Dining Chair; and Bamboo Occasional Table)
This page showcases a luxurious living room setting with a focus on comfort and style. It highlights several key pieces of furniture and homeware, including a large sofa, a dining chair, an occasional table, and a range of porcelain tableware. (+Bamboo Occasional Table Miami Sofa Palm Candlesticks Sculptured Teale Dining Chair and Woodland Tableware Range)
December 18, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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#Christmas 1970: Electrical Appliances from Gamages

(+Britram 2-Waveband Radio; Bambino Clock Radio Alarm; Fidelity Single Record Player; Eros Electric Reed Organ; Norvic Electric Underblanket; and Northern Star Electric Overblanket)
A Gamages catalogue page showcasing electrical appliances and bedding. The page features various radio alarm clocks, record players, electric blankets, and a reed organ, all with pricing and payment options. It highlights 'super value' deals and encourages early ordering. (+Bambino Clock Radio Alarm Britram 2-Waveband Radio Eros Electric Reed Organ Fidelity Single Record Player Northern Star Electric Overblanket and Norvic Electric Underblanket)
December 18, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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#Christmas 1999: Clothing and Footwear from Marks and Spencer

(+Tarzan pyjamas; Tarzan nightdress; and Tarzan slippers)
This Marks & Spencer catalogue page features children's Christmas pyjamas and slippers with a Tarzan theme. It highlights the convenience of Direct Shopping for parents, allowing them to purchase gifts without their children present. The page includes various sizes and colours for each item. (+Tarzan nightdress Tarzan pyjamas and Tarzan slippers)
December 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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#Christmas 1992: Tableware & Home Accessories and Garden Furniture from Habitat

(+Bistro Blue and White Porcelain Dinnerware Range; Handpainted Mugs; Wrought Iron Candlestick; Confetti Handpainted Tableware, Cup and Saucer; Confetti Handpainted Tableware Jug; Bella Table, and more)
This page showcases garden furniture and tableware from Habitat. The main features are the Bella table with Tivoli chairs, and the Beech Ascot table with Legro chairs. Also shown is a range of porcelain dinnerware, hand-painted mugs, and a wrought iron candlestick. (+Beech Ascot Table Bella Table Bistro Blue and White Porcelain Dinnerware Range Confetti Handpainted Tableware Jug Confetti Handpainted Tableware, Cup and Saucer Handpainted Mugs Legro Chairs Tivoli Chairs and Wrought Iron Candlestick)
December 18, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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#Christmas 1997: Desserts from Sainsbury's

(+Frozen Lemon Bavarois; Chocolate Viennese Tart; Sticky Date and Pecan Tart; Hazelnut and Orange Tart; and Indulgence Ice Cream Bombe)
This page showcases a variety of delicious desserts as an alternative to traditional Christmas pudding. High-quality images of each dessert are presented alongside their names and prices. The overall design emphasizes a festive yet sophisticated culinary experience. (+Chocolate Viennese Tart Frozen Lemon Bavarois Hazelnut and Orange Tart Indulgence Ice Cream Bombe and Sticky Date and Pecan Tart)
December 18, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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#Christmas 2003: Electronics and Cameras from Amazon

(+Philips DVDR70 DVD Recorder; Philips HDD100 15GB MP3 Player; Philips DVD75VR DVD/VCR Player; Kiss DP-1000-SFF DivX DVD Player; Logitech Pocket Video Recorder 550; Sony MZ-N710 Silver Net MiniDisc Walkman, and more)
This page advertises digital cameras and sound and vision technology products. It features various models of digital cameras from Olympus and Minolta, along with MP3 players, DVD recorders, and a MiniDisc Walkman. Prices and key features of each item are listed. The page also promotes free UK delivery and directs users to the website for more details. (+Kiss DP-1000-SFF DivX DVD Player Logitech Pocket Video Recorder 550 Minolta DiMAGE Z1 Digital Camera Olympus Camedia C-150 Digital Camera Olympus Camedia C-350 Digital Camera Olympus Mju 300 Digital Camera Philips DVD75VR DVD/VCR Player Philips DVDR70 DVD Recorder Philips HDD100 15GB MP3 Player and Sony MZ-N710 Silver Net MiniDisc Walkman)
December 18, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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#Christmas 1986: Home & Hearth and Kitchen & Dining from Debenhams

(+Mahogany brass Stags Head; Coal bucket; Companion set; Wall sconce; Clocks; Stylish grey marble kitchen and dining room accessories; 10 piece wok set; and 9 inch Quiche dish)
This page is from a Christmas catalogue, showcasing home and kitchenware. The 'Home & Hearth' section features fireplace accessories and wall decor, while the 'Kitchen & Dining' section highlights cookware and tableware. A selection of barware is also featured, bridging the sections. (+10 piece wok set 9 inch Quiche dish Clocks Coal bucket Companion set Mahogany brass Stags Head Stylish grey marble kitchen and dining room accessories and Wall sconce)
December 18, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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#Christmas 1997: Electronic Learning Toys and Musical Instruments from Toys R Us

(+CTK401 Keyboard; SA65; SA38 Keyboard; Game Com Pack; Peter Pan Data Zapper; Pooh's Blackboard; Deluxe Dear Diary; Secret Message Diary; Makeup and Fashion Dear Diary; Polly's Secret Diary; Secret Diary, and more)
This Toys"R"Us catalogue page showcases electronic learning toys, categorized into musical instruments and electronic diaries/games. Prices are listed in British pounds. A 'Win a Trolley Dash' contest is also advertised. (+CTK401 Keyboard Deluxe Dear Diary Game Com Pack Makeup and Fashion Dear Diary Peter Pan Data Zapper Polly's Secret Diary Pooh's 100 Acre Wood Pooh's Blackboard Pooh's Country Phone SA2 SA38 Keyboard SA65 Secret Diary Secret Message Diary and Tiger Pooh's Poppin Pals Piano)
December 18, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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#Christmas 1983: Computers and Peripherals from Greens of Debenhams

(+Apple Professional Home Computer Pack; BBC Model B Microcomputer; CGL 'Sord' M5 Computer; Apple II Disk Drive; Apple Monitor; and M5 Joypads)
This page advertises computer systems and peripherals from Apple, BBC, and CGL. It highlights affordable prices and software availability. Various packages and bundles are offered, along with training courses and rebates. (+Apple II Disk Drive Apple Monitor Apple Professional Home Computer Pack BBC Model B Microcomputer CGL 'Sord' M5 Computer and M5 Joypads)
December 18, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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#Christmas 1923: Literature and Nature from WH Smith

(+Collected Poems of John Drinkwater; Collected Poetry: Francis Thompson; Rudyard Kipling's Collected Verse; Poems of Lord Byron; Cloud that Lifted; Goethe's Faust; Collected Poems; Come Hither; Hassan; Judas; Poems: A Selection, and more)
This page is from a book catalogue, listing books under two main categories: Literature and Nature. The entries are ordered alphabetically within each category. The format is a simple list of titles with prices. (+"Savoy" Shakespeare Animal Life of the British Isles Bannertail: The Story of a Gray Squirrel Birds One Should Know Birds and Their Young Birds in Flight Birds of the British Isles and their Eggs Cloud that Lifted Collected Poems Collected Poems of John Drinkwater Collected Poetry: Francis Thompson Come Hither Goethe's Faust Hassan Judas Life of the Wayside and Woodland Marvels of the Animal World Poems of Lord Byron Poems: A Selection Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam Rudyard Kipling's Collected Verse Sailor's Garland Small Cruse and Temple and Other Poems)
December 18, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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#Christmas 1982: Gardening from Boots

(+Electric Propagator; Wilkinson Sword Grass Shears Gift Pack; 5 Litre Pressure Sprayer; Wilkinson Sword Pruners; DeLuxe Leather Gardening Gloves Gift Pack; Indoor Gardeners Gift Pack; Stainless Steel Hand Fork and Trowel Gift Pack, and more)
This Boots catalogue page showcases various gardening products, including seed kits, bulbs, tools, and equipment for growing herbs, flowers, vegetables, and houseplants. It's organized into sections for different types of plants and tools, with images of each product. (+1 Litre Pressure Sprayer 5 Litre Pressure Sprayer 500ml Mist Sprayer Alpine Strawberry Seed Growing Kit Amaryllis Begonia Tuber and Ceramic Bowl Cottage Flower Garden DeLuxe Leather Gardening Gloves Gift Pack Electric Propagator Exotic Vegetables Flower or Vegetable Seed Growing Kit Gloxinia Tuber and Ceramic Bowl Hanging Garden Herb Garden House plants Hyacinth Bulb and Glass Jar Indoor Gardeners Gift Pack Parsley Pig Seed Growing Kit Pruners Stainless Steel Hand Fork and Trowel Gift Pack Tulip Wilkinson Sword Grass Shears Gift Pack and Wilkinson Sword Pruners)
December 17, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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#Christmas 1999: Movies and Electronics from Littlewoods

(+Babylon 5 Series 5; Star Trek The Movies 1-9; Stargate; Next Generation Complete Series 2; Deep Space 9 Complete Series 6; Deep Space 9 Complete Series 7; Voyager Complete Series 4; Voyager Complete Series 5, and more)
This is a catalogue page advertising Orion DVD players and a wide selection of movies on DVD, available for purchase. The page highlights a special Christmas offer for a DVD player at £299.99 and lists films categorized by release date. Multiple-disc sets are also featured. (+Aliens Saga Armageddon Babylon 5 Series 5 Blade Deep Space 9 Complete Series 6 Deep Space 9 Complete Series 7 Enemy Of The State Halloween H20 Lethal Weapon 4 Lexx The TV Movie Set Lock Stock & Two Smoking Barrels Made-for-TV Movies Volumes 1 & 2 Made-for-TV Movies Volumes 3 & 4 Mask Of Zorro Next Generation Complete Series 2 Notting Hill Orion DVD CD Player Red Dwarf Series 1, 2 & 3 Red Dwarf Series 7 Saving Private Ryan Shakespeare In Love Small Soldiers Species 2 Star Trek The Movies 1-9 Stargate The Exorcist The Horse Whisperer The Truman Show There's Something About Mary Voyager Complete Series 4 Voyager Complete Series 5 X Files 2-6 Box Set X Files 7-11 Box Set X Files One Son X Files The End and X Files The Movie Special Edition)
December 17, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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#Christmas 2002: Power Rangers & Spider-Man Toys from Woolworths

(+Spider-Man Skyrider Playset + Figure; Deluxe Time Jet; Time Force Megazord; Lightspeed Control Centre; Chrono Morpher; 12.5cm Deluxe Battle Warrior Figures; 12.5cm Action Zord; Spider-Man Bike + Figure, and more)
This page showcases Power Rangers and Spider-Man toys, including figures, playsets, vehicles, and games. The items are categorized, with prices and age recommendations provided. (+12.5cm Action Zord 12.5cm Auto-Morphing Power Rangers 12.5cm Deluxe Battle Warrior Figures Chrono Morpher Deluxe Time Jet Lightspeed Control Centre Spider-Man Bike + Figure Spider-Man Board Game Spider-Man Deluxe Figures Spider-Man Double Vision Puzzles Spider-Man Flip and Trap Playset Spider-Man Skyrider Playset + Figure Spider-Man Sliders Spider-Man Torch Spider-Man Web Blaster Time Force Megazord and Vector Cycle + Figure)
December 17, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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#Christmas 1985: Toys and Confectionery from Woolworths

(+Battery Operated Automatic Score Bowling; Teddy Bear; and Unknown Confectionery)
A Christmas gift catalogue page from Woolworth's in 1985, featuring two children with presents. The page highlights toys and confectionery, advertising a 'happiest Christmas ever' at Woolworth's. (+Battery Operated Automatic Score Bowling Teddy Bear and Unknown Confectionery)
December 17, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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#Christmas 1939: Educational Toys, Cuddly Toys and Dolls from Hamleys

(+Kindergarten building bricks; Teach'em building bricks in sack; The house that Jack built; Brick truck with coloured cubes; Three form block truck; Nursery bricks in trolley; Box of coloured building bricks, and more)
This is a page from a Hamley Brothers toy catalogue, showcasing a range of cuddly toys, educational toys for toddlers, dolls, and other toys. The page is richly illustrated with black and white photographs of the toys. (+A.F.S. doll Ball and peg set Box of coloured building bricks Brick truck Brick truck with coloured cubes Circus pony Cube cylinder and rod truck Donkey Elephant Jig-saws Kindergarten building bricks Land girl doll Nurse doll Nursery bricks in trolley Nursery rhyme cavalcade Nursery train Panda bear Panda on wheels Plush rabbit Push along cart horse Pyramid set Rattle brick truck no. 2 Round pyramid set Teach'em building bricks in sack Teddy bear The house that Jack built Three form block truck Tower wagon W.A.A.F. doll W.A.T.S. doll Whiligig and Wren doll)
December 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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#Christmas 1992: Dining Room and Accessories from Habitat

(+Lincoln dining table; Chesterfield large sofa; Chesterfield small sofa; Chesterfield chair; Van Gogh dining chairs; Teale chair; Chateau glassware; and Etruscan matt white vase)
This page showcases a stylish dining room and living room furniture collection. The setting is a charming attic space, highlighting a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and accent pieces. Prices and dimensions are provided for each item. (+Chateau glassware Chesterfield chair Chesterfield large sofa Chesterfield small sofa Etruscan matt white vase Lincoln dining table Teale chair and Van Gogh dining chairs)
December 17, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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#Christmas 1981: Kitchen & Dining and Housewares from Boots

(+Breville SG3 Sandwich Toaster; Russell Hobbs 2-Slice Side Ejection Toaster; 24-piece Spice and Herb Set; Tower Royale Saucepan; Russell Hobbs Automatic 3-Pint Aluminium Kettle; Prestige Non-Stick Tool Set, and more)
A catalogue page showcasing kitchen and dining items such as cookware, bakeware, kitchen gadgets, and tableware. There are also some housewares like clocks and a vacuum jug included. The overall aesthetic is 1970s/80s. (+24-piece Spice and Herb Set Airpot Brabantia Food Warmer Breville SG3 Sandwich Toaster Elephant Brand Vacuum Jug Evesham Ceramic Cookware by Royal Worcester Small Flan Dish Evesham Ceramic Cookware by Royal Worcester Souffle Dish Hedgerow Kitchen Co-ordinates Double Oven Mitt Hedgerow Kitchen Co-ordinates Melamine Chopping Board Hedgerow Kitchen Co-ordinates Melamine Tray Hedgerow Kitchen Co-ordinates Tea Cosy Hen Cruet Hen Egg Basket Hen Egg Cup Moulinex 246 Electric Knife Prestige Non-Stick Tool Set Russell Hobbs 2-Slice Side Ejection Toaster Russell Hobbs Automatic 3-Pint Aluminium Kettle Salter 'Antique' Wall Scale Set of six Ramekins Smiths 2-hour Kitchen Timer Smiths Derby Wall Clock Tower Compact Fryer Tower Royale Milkpan and Tower Royale Saucepan)
December 17, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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#Christmas 1997: Wines from Sainsbury's

(+Champagne Blanc de Noirs; Rosemount Estate Chardonnay Hunter Valley; Chardonnay Brut; Valdivieso Cabernet Sauvignon; Springfield Estate Sauvignon Blanc; Australian Cabernet Sauvignon; Bordeaux Sauvignon; Piesporter Michelsberg Sauvignon, and more)
This page advertises Sainsbury's range of wines for Christmas. It features a variety of red, white, and sparkling wines, highlighting their suitability for festive occasions. It also mentions a free glass loan service for parties. (+Australian Cabernet Sauvignon Bordeaux Sauvignon Bulgarian Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot Champagne Blanc de Noirs Chardonnay Brut Fire Mountain Riesling Idle Rock Pinot Noir Navarra Piesporter Michelsberg Sauvignon Rosemount Estate Chardonnay Hunter Valley Springfield Estate Sauvignon Blanc Valdivieso Cabernet Sauvignon and White Burgundy)
December 17, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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#Christmas 1985: Merit Nursery and Fisher-Price Toys from Hamleys

(+HASH)
A page from a toy catalogue featuring Merit Nursery and Fisher-Price toys. The Merit Nursery section highlights Postman Pat themed toys, while Fisher-Price showcases a variety of interactive toys for toddlers and young children, including playsets, vehicles, and musical items. (+HASH)
December 17, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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#Christmas 1995: Bed & Bath from Homewise

(+Hollowfibre filled continental quilts; 10-piece towel set; 10-piece 100% cotton towel bale; Aromatic pillow; Pack of 4 polyester filled pillows; and New duck feather aroma pillow)
This Homewise catalogue page features bedding and bath products. It highlights pillows, quilts, and towel sets, showcasing various sizes, materials (cotton, polyester, hollowfibre), and colors. Prices and product codes are included for easy ordering. (+10-piece 100% cotton towel bale 10-piece towel set Aromatic pillow Hollowfibre filled continental quilts New duck feather aroma pillow and Pack of 4 polyester filled pillows)
December 17, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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#Christmas 1989: Games from WH Smith

(+Dungeonquest; Echelon; Save the World; Law and Order; Anticipation; Telly Addicts; Scotland Yard; Diamond Dilemma; Jason Donovan's Straight from the Heart Game; Front Page Splash; EastEnders Game; Bread; The A'maze'ing Labyrinth, and more)
This is a WHSmith catalogue page showcasing family board games. The page is divided into two sections: 'Family Fun' with a variety of games for different age groups and skill levels. The games range from classic strategy to trivia and puzzle games. (+Anticipation Bread Crossword Diamond Dilemma Dungeonquest EastEnders Game Echelon Front Page Splash Jason Donovan's Straight from the Heart Game Law and Order Rubik's Illusion Game Rummikub Save the World Scotland Yard Telly Addicts and The A'maze'ing Labyrinth)
December 16, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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#Christmas 1984: Electronics and Calculators from Currys

(+22" Grundig 2275 Teletext Colour TV; 22" Hitachi 2244 Colour TV; 22" Pye 3452 Colour TV; 20" Triumph 8402 Colour TV; 20" Pye 4266 Teletext Colour TV; 14" Philips 3504 Mono TV; 12" Philips 2501/3501 Mono TV, and more)
This Currys catalogue page features televisions and calculators. The TVs range from small mono models to larger colour sets with features like teletext and remote control. The calculators include basic, solar, and scientific options. (+12" Philips 2301 Mono TV 12" Philips 2501/3501 Mono TV 12" Samsung BT309K Mono TV 12" Trophy MTV 9010 Mono TV 14" Philips 3504 Mono TV 20" Pye 4266 Teletext Colour TV 20" Triumph 8402 Colour TV 22" Grundig 2275 Teletext Colour TV 22" Hitachi 2244 Colour TV 22" Pye 3452 Colour TV 5" Benkson PTV5 Mono TV Sharp EL230 Sharp EL345A Sharp EL350 Sharp EL531 Sharp EL861 and Sharp EL863)
December 16, 2025 at 9:35 PM