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Boxed Micronta VoxClock 2 Talking Clock with Alarm and Countdown Timer

Jon Nix — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 13:53:02 +0000

Dating from the 1980s, the Micronta VoxClock 2 is a computerised speaking clock originally sold through Radio Shack and Tandy shops. It not only speaks the time in a robotic voice at the push of a button, but also provides additional functionality in the form of hourly spoken "chimes", an alarm, and a countdown timer. The clock is housed in a cube which has wood effect finish on four sides, a silver grey metal mesh front, with settings options and handy quick guide to the rear.

This one is in very good condition - with only very minor signs of age and use - and is complete with original box and instructions. The clock uses 3 x "AA" batteries for operation (not supplied).

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Lakeside Action Games Demolition Derby Game 1977

Jon Nix — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:07:39 +0000

A very addictive and fun game of dexterity and calm headedness against the pressure of time. Based on a demolition derby, the idea of the game is to guide your car into the "target" cars within the arena by tilting it, whilst the timer is running. The target cars are held in place in slots with rubber bands and when hit "pop" up and sometimes out of the arena. The timer activates a gate in the arena - if you don't make it back "home" before the gate closes then you're out and your score is annulled. It's a lot of fun! There are two game variations to try out, as detailed in the instructions.

The game is complete with all pieces and instructions and is fully working. There are no chips or cracks to the plastics. The original rubber bands have long since perished but suitable replacements are provided.

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Vintage Orange Krups One Hour Kitchen Timer

Jon Nix — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 15:50:44 +0000

A small but perfectly formed kitchen timer made by Krups and, of course, it's orange (a yellowy tint rather than a deep orange). Typical of their kitchen and other home accessories, its subtle and simple dome-shaped design is matched in its functionality. In this case, a simple rotation of the uppermost part of the timer sets the delay and a ringer denotes the end of the interval. Simple. And very pleasing.

In good working condition, with just a few minor scrapes to the metal lower section. The plastic upper is in good condition with no chips or cracks. The time indicator line doesn't quite line up with the "0" marker but that's just how they are, it seems. The timer has a diameter at the base of 6cm (2¼ in.) and is approximately 4cm in height (1½ in.)

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Vintage Orange Galet Terraillon Kitchen Timer designed by Roger Tallon

Jon Nix — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 15:44:56 +0000

A plastic pebble-like design icon, the "Galet" kitchen timer was designed by Frenchman Roger Tallon for the Italian company of Terraillon in the 1970s. It is a simple effective design, comprised of two halves of a squashed "sphere", with the upper half rotating to wind up and choose the time delay which is visible in white text on a black dial through the small lozenge-shaped window. The timer is attached to a 14 inch / 36 cm loop of rope allowing it to be hung up or carried. The timer emits a ringing bell when the delay has elapsed and the timer will run for up to 60 minutes.

This one is the orange variation (you may have also seen yellow and red versions) and it is in good condition overall, with just some minor superficial surface wear. It is fully functional.

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Boxed Micronta VoxClock 2 Talking Clock with Alarm and Countdown Timer

Jon Nix — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 23:11:25 +0000

This one is in excellent condition - seemingly little used or very well looked after - and is complete with original box and instructions.

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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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