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Small Semi-Automatic toaster -- the Dinger

This is a good choice for someone who enjoys the style and design of a manual toaster, and its small footprint, but needs some help with avoiding burnt toast.

As with the old, flopper style toasters, with doors that fold down on each side, each slice gets toasted on one side at a time. Note the curved straps on the inside of the near door -- they hold the bread against the thermostatic mechanism. If you are toasting only one slice, you have to use this side.

However, this toaster has a dial on the side to set the degree of Light or Dark, and an Off position, too. The toaster automatically turns off when a certain temperature is achieved and rings a little bell with a single, gentle ding.

And, if the phone rings or you get distracted, eventually the temperature drops inside the toaster, the contacts close again, and the current comes back on but just long enough to keep the toast warm; it will continue to ding every five or ten seconds as the current cycles on and off until you flip the slices by opening the doors all the way and closing again or turn the dial to Off.

This one is in excellent condition and works just fine.

Semi-Automatic Dinger
Proctor Electric Co. Philadelphia, PA. U.S.A.
110-120 Volts 450 Watts Alternating Current Only UL

$75

 
Semi-automatic with a bell.

A toaster from the zenith of American manufacturing

Craig in Pennsylvania bought this model toaster and wrote to say "There are not enough words to describe my pleasure, and satisfaction, with my purchase. My neighbor just saw it and commented how they're making them to look just like the old ones. . . there's something about holding something, as old or older, than yourself, that appears as if new. Thanks."

Sunbeam Automatic Pop Up Toaster

Peerless for design and quality, the Sunbeam Automatic Pop Up toaster has an incised design surrounding a glass jewel on the face of the toaster. The handles and base fittings are Bakelite. Controls for Light/Dark, as well as "Keeps Toast Warm" or "Pops Toast Up". It has a large, easy-to-open crumb door.

This model is in the permanent design collection of several museums. And, you can have one of your own, or give one as a special gift.

This one is in excellent condition and has been fully refurbished, ready for daily service. It is working as it did originally when it was brand new.

Sunbeam Automatic Pop Up Toaster
Sunbeam Corporation
Chicago U.S.A. Toronto, Canada,
110-120 Volts 1100 Watts.

$345

 

Bill in Brentwood, Tennessee bought this model toaster and wrote to say Last year I purchased a Sunbeam T-9 as an anniversary gift for my wife. I just wanted to tell you that she loves it, and so do I. It looks great on the kitchen counter and performs exceptionally well. What more can you ask from a toaster? We look forward to using it for many more years. Thank you so much for restoring these great old machines.


1934 Toastmaster Automatic Pop-up Toaster

"Cheek to Cheek" by Irving Berlin topped the charts and "42nd Street" was running on Broadway when Toastmaster produced this stunning architectural toaster designed by Everett Worthington.

It has a clockwork timer that ticks with settings from light to dark. The bottom of the toaster is designed to easily remove the crumbs because the bottom is shaped into a convex curve with openings formed at either end, so one can simply hold the toaster over the sink and with a tap and a blow, remove the crumbs. For a more thorough cleaning, the bottom comes off easily with two thumb screws.

I found an advertisement for Coca-Cola, encouraging the consumption of Coke for breakfast, and if you look closely behind the coke bottle, you'll see this toaster on the breakfast table. In fact, is was suggested as a gift for Christmas in the 1935 Sunset magazine. And, I've found another connection between the designer of this toaster and Coca-Cola.

This one has been cleaned and tested and is in good condition with minor cosmetic flaws. It has been fitted with a replacement cord and plug. This toaster is NOT good for toasting fat bagels, but it will make toast from light to dark.

1934 Toastmaster Automatic Pop-up Toaster
McGraw Electric Company
Water-Genters Div. Mpls, Minn. U.S.A.
120 Volts 1200 Watts

$275

 

René in Avon, Connecticut bought this model toaster (and a Toastmaster waffle iron) and wrote to say The toaster is quite excellent in all respects, thank you so much. It has seen almost daily use since it was received. The waffle baker is getting it's fourth batch of waffles tomorrow morning, also working perfectly. The pair are quite wonderful together… a real pleasure to use, and to gaze upon. I have been delighted to be able to share your website with friends and family as well. Many thanks for your great work!

The most beautiful toaster ever made in the U.S.A.

René in Hideaway, Texas bought this model toaster and wrote to say Than you so much! I received it Monday. I love it!! I'm showing it off to all of my friends and family??

Brian in Newport Beach bought this model toaster and wrote to say Just want to let you know that the toaster is fantastic. It works perfectly and it looks great. Thank you


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1934 Toastmaster Single Slice

And, here is the single slice version of the marvelous 1934 Toastmaster, suitable for tiny kitchens, bachelors and bachelorettes, and patient families.

The slot measures 7/8 inches wide and 5 inches deep and 5-1/8 inches long.

The bottom of the toaster is designed to easily remove the crumbs because the bottom is shaped into a convex curve with openings formed at either end, so one can simply hold the toaster over the sink and with a tap and a blow, remove the crumbs. For a more thorough cleaning, the bottom comes off easily with two thumb screws.

This one is in very good condition with minor cosmetic flaws. It has been fitted with a new cord covered in black neoprene. This toaster is NOT good for toasting fat bagels or thick breads but makes good toast.

1934 Toastmaster Single Slice
(Produced 1934 until 1939) by McGraw Electric Company
Water-Genters Div. Mpls, Minn. U.S.A.
(Made in Elgin, Ill. for the last years of production)

SOLD

Alan in Phoenix bought this model toaster and wrote to say ...my Toastmaster arrived safely and in great shape. I was delighted in the condition of the unit as I was concerned about the internal operation but it appears you've done a great job on restoration. In fact, I debut its use this morning and was pleasantly surprised. At last, an American-manufactured toaster…from the '30's!


1938 Toastmaster Automatic Pop-up

David in Bossier City bought this model toaster and wrote to say The toaster arrived safely this past week. I've been looking at your site for years and I'm glad I finally made a purchase. Using this will be so much more satisfying than some cheap toaster bought at some discount store. I'm actually trying to use it once a day! Everything works fine and I really liked the old advertisement you included in the box. Thank you so much for your swift service. Maybe one of these days I'll get a waffle iron to.

1938 Toastmaster Automatic Pop Up Toaster

"Begin the Beguine" recorded by Artie Shaw was at the top of the hit parade when when this model Toastmaster was introduced and it was very popular for Christmas 1938 as advertised in Esquire magazine.

This toaster has a chrome-plated body incised with parallel lines that wrap around the corners with concentric circles on each side. The base and handles are made of Bakelite.

The top of the toaster slopes toward the push-down lever side. A light/dark knob controls the clockwork timing mechanism. The bottom of the toaster is designed to easily remove the crumbs because the bottom is shaped into a convex curve with openings formed at either end, so one can simply hold the toaster over the sink and with a tap and a blow, remove the crumbs. For a more thorough cleaning, the bottom comes off easily with two thumb screws. The slots measure five inches long, three-quarters of an inch wide, and four and a half inches deep.

This one is in very good condition with a new cord and works just fine. This toaster is NOT good for toasting fat bagels but makes good toast.

1938 Toastmaster Automatic Pop Up Toaster
McGraw Electric Company,
Toastmaster Products Div. Elgin, Ill.
110 Volts 10 Amps.

$175

 

Deb in Bremerton, Washington bought this model toaster and wrote to sayThe toaster arrived in great shape and toasts beautifully, just the way I remember a toaster working from my childhood. Thank you!

Timothy in Port Saint Lucie, Florida bought this model toaster and wrote to sayThe toaster is wonderful. Looks great and makes perfect toast every time. Browns evenly and stays moist inside. My wife says it's the best present ever. Thanks!


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