G.E. patented the first commercially successful electric toaster in 1909 (sliced bread wouldn't be invented until 1933). Thus began a great run for toaster collectors, who seek out everything from art deco toasters to art nouveau toasters, to streamlined and even porcelain toasters that match dinnerware flower patterns. There are hundreds of varieties to collect, made of attractive chrome, wood, wire, and bakelite components.
Jack and Beverly Wilgus' personal collection website, of which the most interesting areas are: strongmen and strong… [more]
Paul Linnell's virtual museum of small electrical appliances. If you've ever wanted to know who designed the 1941 '… [more]
Jens Veerbeck's homage to toaster collecting is the best thing since sliced bread (which was invented in 1933, by t… [more]
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