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eBay watch: 1970s Philips 303 UFO record player by Patrice Dupont

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We have featured this design before in our eBay slot, but we are covering this 1970s Philips 303 UFO record player by Patrice Dupont once more because this example is just so cheap.

That could be because of a couple of minor problems – the battery cover is missing and there's a crack on the hinge. Neither affect operation and everything else is just fine. In fact, it even comes with a rare blue lid as a bonus, so that's something.

Which all makes it something of a bargain. Right now this UFO record player is at just £1. We have seen these making £300+ in the past, which gives you an idea of how much of a steal this is.

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Marks and Spencer Anglepoise-style oversized floor lamp

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Some time ago, we featured the original Giant Anglepoise lamp back in 2007, selling for an equally hefty £1,660. we've also seen something similar from B&Q with the Tecton lamp, for a more affordable £79. Now there's something shiny from Marks and Spencer in a similar vein – the Oversized Task Floor Lamp.

It's actually got a more modernist feel, both in construction and with that nickel plated steel finish, with the lamp also offering up a round base, adustable stand and a height of around 166cm, which is just short of 6ft tall.

Check out more images on the M&S site, with the price at £125.

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Categories / Retro Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Size? offers exclusive Adidas Glasgow trainers and tracktop in limited numbers

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Another City reissue, another Size? 10th anniverary exclusive – this time the Adidas Glasgow trainers and tracktop.

It follows in the steps of other sought-after Adidas anniversary reissues (I'm sure we all remember the chaos of the Adidas Manchester reissue), with the same number of Glasgows being offered as the Manchester – 500 of the tracktop, 500 of the trainers.

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Categories / Cars and Bikes

Fiat 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari hits UK in very limited numbers

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We first saw this in 2009 but since then, details of the stunning Fiat 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari have been scarce. But now we have details of both price and numbers – one big and one small. I think you can guess which is which.

Taking its name from an Abarth-tuned version of the original Fiat 500 produced in the 1960s, the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari (the latter part of the name relating to its Ferrari looks), is limited to just 152 cars, so we're talking supwer exclusive as well as super stylish.

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eBay watch: 1970s Braun Nizo 148 XL Super 8 film camera

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If you like the idea of getting into Super 8 movie making (and there plenty of resources out there to help), you might want to check out this gem on eBay – a Braun Nizo 148 XL Super 8 film camera.

The work of German Bauhaus designer R. Oberheim back in 1974, it comes with its original Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon 1,8/8-48 mm zoom-lens and a original black Braun bag to carry it. You'll have to find your own film, but that shouldn't be hard.

It's described as being in 'used but good' condition, with normal signs of wear, fine scratches and some loss in the lettering. But it is fully working, which is the important part. It's also very cheap right now – just £1.26. See the site for lots more images.

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Low Lounge Chair by Matthew Hilton for De La Espada

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A new design with a midcentury twist – this Low Lounge Chair by Matthew Hilton for De La Espada.

It's a classic lounger with some added style from those fluid curves on the solid hardwood frame, with support and comfort offered up by those chunky cushions for the seat and backrest.

The frame is available in either solid American walnut or oak with a danish oil finish, while fabrics options are plentiful too. Expect to pay around the £1,895 mark.

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