Wojo for Wilkinson
“The name on the world’s finest blades.”
A pair of Wilkinson Sword razor blades commercials today from 1974. The first features actor Max Gail who would go on to find fame playing Detective Wojciehowicz on Barney Miller the following year.
Previously on 70s Spots: ‘I Could’ve Had A V-8!’ Vegetable Juice (1978)
More Wilkinson at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Wilkinson Razor Blades (1971)
The cocktail you place in your kid’s lunch box
“Wow! I could have had a V-8!”
Two commercials now from November 1978 for V-8 Cocktail Vegetable Juice. This well-known slogan ran and ran and I’m sure you remember it well.
Previously on 70s Spots: Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes (1976) & Product 19 (1972)
‘Sit down to breakfast with Tony!’
“They’re gr-rr-rr-eat!”
Two bowls of Kellogg’s breakfast cereal today. The first contains Frosted Flakes and features Tony the Tiger. The commercial aired in September of 1976.
The second features the Oakland Raider’s George Blanda in a spot for Product 19. This one aired in January of 1972 and was produced in ’71.
Previously on 70s Spots: Suzy Homemaker Doll & Rock ‘N Roll Stroller (1977)
More Kellogg’s at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Kellogg’s Corn Flakes (1972)
More George Blanda at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot #544: Brut Cologne (George Blanda, 1971)
Are you ready to rock?!
“A doll you can cuddle up to.”
A pair of Coleco toy doll and stroller commercials from 1977 today. First, the Suzy Homemaker doll and her stroller. After that, the Rock ‘n Roll Stroller with its very own music box attached. Rock and roll music apparently not included.
Previously on 70s Spots: Schweppes Tonic Water & Club Soda (1975 & ’79)
More Coleco at Bionic Disco: Saturday 70s Spots: Radio Shack CBs & Coleco’s ‘Combat!’ (1976 & ’77)
You can almost taste the ‘Schwepp-of-Essence’
“Schweppes – The Tastemaker.”
A pair of bubbling, sparkling Schweppes commercials for your Tuesday. First, we have a “Tastemaker” theme from June of 1975. Second, an “Extraordinary” spot from August of ’79. Mix briskly and enjoy.
Previously on 70s Spots: Jonathan Winters For Hefty (1978)
When Jonathan Winters talks…people listen
“Talking to a trash bag?”
Here’s two spots featuring comedian Jonathan Winters in his long-running stint as spokesperson for Hefty trash bags. Both commercials aired in November of 1978.
Being a big fan of Winters, I always enjoyed when one of these would air. How about you?
Previously on 70s Spots: Ford Maverick (1970) & Pinto (1971)
More Jonathan Winters at Bionic Disco: Rad Ads: Jonathan Winters For Hefty (1975)