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Toys

Wind-up radio


Wind-Up Radios

Originally designed to allow isolated villagers in far-flung Africa to listen to news and weather reports.

You had to crank the generator handle and listen. No more popping down to the battery store for a long life four pack.

The wind-up radio became a fashion accessory for rich Westerners. In effect it was about as useful to a UK city dweller as four wheel drive is to the average commuter.


1993 Toys: Wind-up Radios | Paintballing | Mr Blobby






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