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How,
I seem to vaguely recall that a Jack the Ripper novelty pocket watch turned up on ebay some years ago, which was described as "vintage". I recall that when the watch was opened a caped figure popped up!
Such novelties tend to be regarded as a modern invention, but if the pocket watch was indeed "vintage" then it's possible a contemporary Jack the Ripper industry existed, of which we're unaware.
My regards,
Sean.
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Originally posted by Robert Linford View PostWhy am I reminded of "Camberwick Green"?
Quite possibly because you're a gentleman of a certain age. I watched the reruns!
Admittedly, the headgear worn by the cider swilling Windy Miller was a tad different to that worn by our "pocket watch Jack". I neglected to mention his top hat!
My regards,
Sean.
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Originally posted by Paul Butler View Post"Vintage" on ebay usually means the item was made about a week ago or less.
I tend to agree but I do think that an early Jack the Ripper industry existed, albeit on a limited scale.
I see little reason to doubt that the early, sensational, literary offerings weren't supplemented by cheap novelties aimed at tourists and a morbid, crime obsessed, public.
Best wishes,
Sean.
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Originally posted by Howard Brown View Post
Niche marketing wins again!
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Originally posted by Sean Crundall View PostHi Paul,
I tend to agree but I do think that an early Jack the Ripper industry existed, albeit on a limited scale.
I see little reason to doubt that the early, sensational, literary offerings weren't supplemented by cheap novelties aimed at tourists and a morbid, crime obsessed, public.
Best wishes,
Sean.
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