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Electric Toasters Made in the U.S.A. in the 1930sHome. . 1920s. . 1930s. . 1940s & later. . Non electric. . 220 Volt. .
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Almost Perfect ToasterThe first version of the Sunbeam toaster was actually a table stove with a drawer beneath. This toaster over the next four years went through several changes in the frame design and refined it to this last model of its type produced in 1930.The inside of the bottom of the toaster is highly polished chromium and therefore reflective. The heating coil above is laced around porcelain insulators. This is an almost perfect toaster, especially suitable for those who make their own bread. It accommodates bread of an odd shape sliced either thick or thin. And, it's a scientific principle that heat rises. The rack on top has slotted hinges that automatically open to accept thick slices or bagel halves. The toasting bed measures 8.75 inches by 5.25 inches. Outside dimension of the toaster are 11.25 wide, 6.5 deep, and 4.25 high. The rack is completely removable and can be washed in the sink. It flips easily when the handles on both sides are used. The bottom of the toaster opens for easy cleaning and in fact The beautifully decorated chrome plating is in very good condition with minor cosmetic flaws. The rack handles are pressed fiber. It comes with a detachable cord set that plugs into the long side of the frame. It's almost perfect because it is not automatic and requires a few minutes of human attention. Almost Perfect Toaster
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Nicole and David in Venice, California are repeat customers who bought this model toaster and wrote to say the toaster arrived today, and it is beautiful. We lost no time testing it out and we both love it! |
Small Semi-Automatic toaster -- the DingerThis 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 left 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
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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 ToasterPeerless 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 |
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
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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 SliceAnd, 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
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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
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Bill near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania bought this model toaster and wrote to say My quest for both-side-identically-browned toast has finally been fulfilled by this Toastmaster (1A5) single-slice beauty. When depressing the lever, its clickety-clack sound and feel conveys that this is truly a high quality appliance. Visitors often admire it, and I'm enjoying toast once again! Thank you, Toaster Central! |
1939 Toastmaster Single Slice ToasterThis is the very first model, along with the more standard two slice version, that carried the famous Toastmaster cartouche with the three loops. Alas, new toasters with that brand no longer carries the cartouche.This one is in very good condition and is fitted with a new cord and plug. And it makes a pretty good toast. 1939 Single Slice Toastmaster |