“Your looking at one of the best known insurance signs – the fire hat of Fireman’s Fund.” On this Sunday afternoon, we’re screening two vintage commercials from 1976. First up, a memorable spot for Fireman’s Fund Insurance starring their spokesperson … Continue reading
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Iron-On Transfers. (‘Boy’s Life’ magazine, June 1976) “Let’s Boogie!” This ad is indelibly etched in my mind. Or, maybe I should say “ironed-on the inside of my mind.” Iron-On Transfers originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life … Continue reading
“I rode the Free Spirit 10-Speed 349 back-road miles for Sears. From Boston to Philadelphia in six days, and it’s still going strong.” Ride on! Sears ‘Free Spirit’ 10-Speed Bike originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life … Continue reading
“Trax are priced to beat the competition.” Sporty! And under 10 bucks. Kmart’s Trax Athletic Shoes originally appeared in the August, 1976 issue of Ebony magazine. (Source: Ebony) Previously on Rad Ads: Kodak ‘Voter’s Choice’ Watch (1972) … Continue reading
“Sold more handheld calculators…than anybody else in America.” Handheld calculators! The Love Boat! Bob Hope! We’ve got a mighty mix for today’s vintage spots. First in the queue, The Love Boat‘s Bernie “Doc” Kopell for National Semiconductor calculators. The spot … Continue reading
Lee Riders Jeans. (Ebony magazine, August, 1976) “For those who think it’s time to get down to earth, back to basics.” Check out that “authentic western styling”! Lee Riders Jeans originally appeared in the August, 1976 issue of Ebony magazine. … Continue reading