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Vintage Japanese Kanto Gosei Kogyo KK Intercom Telephones

Jon Nix — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 21:31:16 +0000

More than slightly unusual, and with a great retro technology look, these vintage Japanese intercom telephones are distinctive and appealing simply as decorative display pieces. Made by Kanto Gosei Kogyo (KK) they were intended as a serious method of office or workplace communication, not as toys, an intent backed up by the original sticker on one of the handsets offered here which reads: "Phone must be put back in marked area." Each handset can "call" the other by lifting it off the surface (triggering the latch underneath) and pressing the button. This rings the other handset and when that one is lifted up the two are connected and the users can speak to each other. Having said that, these are being sold as interesting decorative pieces or quirky display items first and foremost.

These are in good cosmetic condition considering their age, with just minor signs of wear to the plastics. The mouthpieces and buttons have become more of a cream colour than their original white, it is suspected. In terms of functionality they do require some work in order for them to work as intended. They successfully ring each other as described above and there are hints at voice connection from the speakers, but a re-wire is required in order for them to fully operate as they should. Each handset is approximatley 25cm (10 in.) in height. Each handset requires 2 "C" size batteries in order to function.

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Vintage Smiths Cream and Chrome Timecal One Hour Kitchen Timer / Ringer

Jon Nix — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:28:02 +0000

A vintage and fully-functional one hour kitchen timer made by Smiths in a cream and chrome body with brushed metal face. Easy-to-use, the timer comes complete with original box and instructions, and in good cosmetic condition. There are only very minor scratches and other superficial signs of age and use.

The timer measures approximately 8cm in height and 7cm wide, with a depth of approximately 4cm.

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Vintage Smiths Timecal 5 Hour KItchen Timer in Olive Green

Jon Nix — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 23:21:56 +0000

This Smiths Timecal 5-hour Timer with a white hard plastic outer casing and olive green coloured face behind clear plastic is not only a fine vintage display piece but also fully functional for the kitchen. The has minimal signs of wear and tear - the face is clean and clear and there are no chips, cracks or major scratches anywhere on it. The rear polished metal section has minor suface scratches only but these are not visible in ordinary use and they're not significant.

The timer operates via a dial which, when turned clockwise, increases the time in minutes, with hours added via a complete rotation of the dial. The number of hours chosen is shown in a small window near the top of the face (at 12 o'clock, if you will), and the dial can be set up to a maximum of five hours.

The timer is sold without its original box.

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