70s Spots (Holidays): Radio Shack Walkie-Talkies (Xmas, 1977)

“A great space age gift for kids!” The commercials are back online! (Big thanks to reader, Clarke, for suggesting VideoPad editor which is getting the job done). Here’s another Radio Shack Christmas spot starring Paul Burke. This one aired in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mattel Race Cars (1971) & Skittle Tac-Toe (1972)

“What would you trade for a new ’71 Superfast?!” Let’s get in the game with two toy commercials from the early part of the decade. First up, a spot from 1971 for Mattel’s Matchbox Superfast race cars. Following that, a … Continue reading

70s Spots: LEGO Building Blocks (1973)

“There’s no end to LEGO.” A pair of LEGO building blocks commercials from 1973 on display today. The first spot let’s you know sets are available for varying ages. The second spot shows off a Sunnydale Bridge “emergency.’ Dig those … Continue reading

70s Spots: Tyco ‘Stick-Shift Racing’ & Eveready (1973)

“The race depends on how you shift!” All righty! Let’s get to racing. Here’s a spot from November 1973 for Tyco’s Championship Stick-Shift Pro Racing model cars set. Looks like we have some early joystick technology arriving in this one. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mattel Electronics Basketball & Baseball (1978 & ’79)

“Inside – a tiny, thinking computer plays like a team of pros.” Back in March, I posted a spot for Mattel Electronics Football handheld. Here now, are two more spots in the Mattel Electronics line-up; Basketball and Baseball. The Basketball … Continue reading

70s Spots: Schaper Super Jock & Ideal Toys Race Cars (1978)

“You can pretend to be a pro!” A pair of quality toy commercials incoming today. First, enjoy a spot for Schaper’s Super Jock Football, Baseball, and Basketball. After that, check out Ideal’s Total Control Racing sets. Both commercials aired in … Continue reading