70s Spots: Timex Electric Watches (1970)

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Ahh. Central Park in the fall.

“The first of its kind…”

It’s time to keep good time with Timex. Specifically, electric wrist watches from the 1970 product line.

The first commercial aired in November ’70 and features a young couple’s date in New York City. The second spot attempts some humor with a mind reader’s performance. This one aired in December of 1970.

Timex ‘Ladies’ Electric’ Watch Commercial (1970)

Timex Watch ‘Mind Reader’ Commercial (1970)

Previously on 70s Spots: ‘Magnum Force’ (1973) & ‘American Hot Wax’ (1978)

More Timex at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Kodak Film & Timex Watches (1970)

70s Spots: ‘Magnum Force’ (1973) & ‘American Hot Wax’ (1978)

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‘New York City, 1959. The battleground was rock & roll!’

“His world is dirtier than ever!”

Here’s a pair of TV trailers for your weekend. First, a commercial for the impending Christmas 1973 release of Clint Eastwood’s latest Dirty Harry flick, Magnum Force.

After that, the Fifties are back in this March ’78 spot for American Hot Wax. Make some popcorn, why don’t cha?

‘Magnum Force’ TV Trailer (Eastwood, 1973)

‘American Hot Wax’ TV Trailer (1978)

Previously on 70s Spots: ’79 Ford LTD & Fairmont (1978)

70s Spots: ’79 Ford LTD & Fairmont (1978)

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From sea to shining sea – it’s the new Ford LTD

“A New American Road Car.”

A pair of fancy Ford flicks today. First, we have a nice :60 second spot for the ’79 LTD. This one aired in December of 1978.

Second, from a few months earlier in October ’78, a spot for the ’79 Fairmont.

’79 Ford LTD Commercial (1978)

’79 Ford Fairmont Commercial (1978)

Previously on 70s Spots: Remington Shaver (Fran Tarkenton) & Sunbeam Shaver (Pat Summerall, 1972)

70s Spots: Remington Shaver (Fran Tarkenton) & Sunbeam Shaver (Pat Summerall, 1972)

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Fran Tarkenton has a few used shaver blades he’d like to sell you

“We made the close shave comfortable.”

A pair of competing shaver spots today from November of 1972 – both fronted by football heroes. First up, Fran Tarkenton for the Remington Mark III & IV.

After that, sportscaster Pat Summerall for the Sunbeam Shavemaster. Run ’em over your face for a bit.

Remington Shaver Commercial (Fran Tarkenton, 1972)

Sunbeam Shaver Commercial (Pat Summerall, 1972)

Previously on 70s Spots: VO5 Hairspray (1971) & Mennen Skin Bracer (1972)

More Fran Tarkenton at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Fashion Time With Bob Griese & Fran Tarkenton (1972)

70s Spots: VO5 Hairspray (1971) & Mennen Skin Bracer (1972)

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‘Now with Miral Plus!’

“More hold with less spray!”

A pair of early 70s good grooming tips today. First, we have a rather silly commercial for VO5 hairspray featuring two gals riding on a “Hair Spray Torture Test” attraction. This one aired in August of 1971.

Second, another Mennen Skin Bracer “Thanks, I needed that” spot. This one aired in November 1972.

VO5 Hairspray Commercial (1971)

Mennen Skin Bracer Commercial (1972)

Previously on 70s Spots: ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Debut (1976) & ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ (1977)

More Mennen at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: John Goodman For Mennen & Jane Curtin For Hoover (1979)

70s Spots: ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Debut (1976) & ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ (1977)

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Listen to your friend, The Fonz

“You’re invited to meet Laverne and Shirley…”

I’ve got two pretty nifty ABC promos for you today. Firstly, from January 1976, a specially-produced spot for the debut of Laverne & Shirley featuring guest star, Fonzie.

Second, a fun spot from January 1977 for The Six Million Dollar Man. View with extreme nostalgic pleasure.

‘Laverne & Shirley’ Premiere Promo (The Fonz, 1976)

‘Six Million Dollar Man’ Promo (1977)

Previously on 70s Spots: Mego Micronauts Toys & Kenner Girder & Panel Playset (1977)