Opinions differ on when the Panasonic Panapet Radio was first produced – was it the 1960s or 1970s? Either way, its retro and it is undeniably cool.
The portable transistor AM radio is housed in a round plastic case that was available in white, red, blue, yellow, green or a very rare lavender colour. It is attached to a large metal keychain to make it portable. Although just able to pick up AM, the Panapet is reputed to have very good reception.
The Panapet is another product that frequently turns up on Ebay, but idyllic currently has a red one available for £45.
Ever looked at the DJ booth in your local club and wondered why the bloke (or girl) on there happens to be on the phone? They’re not booking a taxi or chatting to a mate, the DJ is lining up the next disc for your enjoyment, free of weighty headphones that might flatten the hip young thing’s hair. Or more practically, leaving one ear open to hear what’s going on.
The Sculptura telephone was a quintessential 1970s phone. Produced by Western Electric in a choice of three colour (yellow, brown or white), it was available as either Touchtone or rotary dial. It is also often referred to as the donut phone on account of its distinctive shape. 
