R. G. Wells
The transcript of an interview with Lieutenant Colonel R. G. Wells, who built a rather elaborate set out of scrounged and improvised items while in a POW camp during World War II. Provided by the Centre for the History of Defence Electronics (CHiDE).
http://histru.bournemouth.ac.uk/CHiDE/Oral_History_of_Defence_Electronics/r_g_wells.htm
TransistorMemories
Pictures of old transistor radios collected over the years. Over 200 photos, along with price paid and commentary for fellow enthusiasts.
http://www.angelfire.com/music/TransistorMemories/
The Toaster Museum Foundation
A site devoted to educating, entertaining, and enlightening visitors about the history and cultural importance of the bread toaster. Museum features toasters from the early 1900 s to present.
http://www.toaster.org/
Washing Machine Museum
Mr. Lee Maxwell owns over 1000 antique and vintage washing machines. Searchable patent and manufacturer databases and a virtual tour of his museum, among other resources.
http://www.oldewash.com/
The Vintage Vacuum Cleaner Museum
A detailed site featuring old vacuum cleaners. Vacuum cleaners have been around since the 1800s - learn more interesting facts at this site.
http://www.137.com/museum/
Toastermuseum.com
Virtual museum presents a collection sorted by companies from A-Z, countries and characteristics. Includes technical specifications and resource links.
http://www.toastermuseum.com/
Antique Fan Collectors Association
Organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of fans, whether electric, gas, water or alcohol powered. Website hosts galleries, buy/sell/trade bulletin board, useful links as well as a link to an online fan discussion forum.
http://www.fancollectors.org/
Simply Switch On
Virtual museum of small, early electrical appliances.
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/paul.linnell/sso/
Vacuumland
Official website of the "Vacuum Cleaner Collectors Club" (VCCC). Contains links to photo collections & videos, owners manuals, newsletters, wanted/for sale board, etc.
http://www.vacuumland.org/
Automatic Washers, Dryers & Dishwashers
Everything from A to Z on vintage automatic washers, dryers and dishwashers. Includes entertaining discussion forums, pictures, manuals and video/audio files.
http://automaticwasher.org
Vintage Vacuum Cleaners
Vintage Vacuum Cleaner Obsession. Personal site of a vacuum cleaner collector.
http://www.137.com/sweepers/
Classic Sunbeam Mixmasters
An homage to that icon of the mid-twentieth century American kitchen-the Sunbeam Mixmaster. Traces the development of this classic kitchen appliance through the years.
http://www.angelfire.com/home/flexibleshaft/
Virtual Vintage Vacuum Cleaner Museum
Virtual vacuum cleaner museum with pictures and patent drawings of early machines.
http://www.vachunter.com
Chambers Ranges/Stoves
Describes the ranges produced from 1912 through the 1960 s by the Chambers Manufacturing Corporation, with restoration photographs, scans of original manuals and cookbooks, and a discussion forum.
http://www.vintagechambers.com
Big Little Books
Office site of the Big Little Books Club. Contains information of interest to collectors and dealers, include care and grading instructions.
http://www.biglittlebooks.com
Epinions.com: Antiques and Collectibles Books
Read reviews written by consumers at Epinions.com.
http://www.epinions.com/book-Antiques___Collectibles
Geert van Loon Homepage
Showcase of old travel guides. Includes a search for antiquarian dealers, auctions and links.
http://www.gvanloon.demon.nl/
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