Little pieces of oddness that didn’t catch on. Still I’d like the countertop round dishwasher in image one. Perhaps I wasn’t the only one who liked to look at the offerings of Hammacher Schlemmer who mailed their catalogues to my parents. All of these are from the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue.

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AUTOMATIC COUNTERTOP DISHWASHER. Turn it on, turn it off; connects to any faucet. It works as efficiently as the larger models, yet it’s completely non-electric. A durable, hydraulic system operates on tap water pressure, and uses the hottest water possible. It washes, rinses, dries, complete service for four in ten minutes – and you never put your hands in water. 20 1/2 x 20 1/2 x 18 1/2″ only. Stand it on counter top, store in small cabinet, take it anywhere. Clear plastic dome and avocado base. H2 300 (Exp.) $39.95. American. Page 30 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n30/mode/1up
INVENTO FOOD AND PLATE WARMER. An electric warming cabinet with 3 removable rack-shelves. It’s large enough, 20%” high, 31” wide, 13” deep — so that you’ll be able to put your soup tureen, casserole, platter, serving dishes, plates, dessert — an entire meal — into it at once. This is the practical answer for preparing meals ahead of time and serving them hot when you’re ready. Variable heat control, like that of an oven, lets you select any heat from high to low. Its heat-reflecting metal back and see through doors add to the cabinet’s pleasant, clean looks while they diffuse heat. White enameled steel; wall mounts or stands. By Invento. TH106S (EXP). $150.00. Page 3 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n3/mode/1up
COPPER EGGOVAR. Reproduction of a classic antique English egg cooker. For boiling eggs at table. Boils one to three eggs. Copper with brass trim. Dome cover crowned with a brass chicken-on-nest finial. A pre-measured alcohol burner for 2 or 3 minute eggs. H33. $22.95. Page 9 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n9/mode/1up
ICE AIRE. A new concept. Ice Air deodorizes ice cubes. A filter cover that fits all ice trays and is guaranteed to keep good taste in and unpleasant taste out — even though cubes are left for months. Set of 4 filter covers with 4 refills — a full year’s supply. HIA. (2 Ibs.)……. 4 Sets for $7.50. Page 11 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n11/mode/1up

WINE FRIGIDARIUM. Wines, champagne, aperitifs, cocktails, all served well-chilled. Black and stainless steel cooler and cold-energy liners that retain cold and chill bottles for hours without ice. To energize sealed-in refrigerant, store liners in freezer, ready for instant use. N24, (2 lbs.) . . . $12.95. Page 14 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n14/mode/1up

EXER-FLEX. Now keep trim and slim while relaxing! Helps take off inches, build up, firm up and improve posture. Work off tensions and relax before bedtime. You’ll sleep better, Helps you tone up head-to-toe. You control the degree of effort every moment, from gentle to vigorous; because whichever of the basic positions you use, you are relaxed, lying down. Folds, easy to carry and store. All steel frame and covered in sturdy military duck. Z495D. $39.95. Page 19 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n19/mode/1up
MARTINI SPIKE. Here’s a sterling silver “accessory” for making the ultimate Martini. An unusual dispenser to ration the exact amount of Vermouth, 6%” long and precisely graduated from 1 to 12 cubic centimeters. Ideal gift for those who haven’t quite everything. E429. $10.00. Page 27 of the Hammacher Schlemmer Autumn 1971 catalogue. Published by Hammacher Schlemmer, New York City. Public Domain Mark 1.0. via https://archive.org/details/hammacher-schlemmer-housewares-1971/page/n27/mode/1up

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