Why not check out a few thrift stores. They aren't as common as they used to be but you still see the old-style chrome toasters once in a while. And they're about as simple as you can get. I'd check it at the store to make sure all elements heat up and that the cord isn't frayed anywhere. If it was frayed I'd still buy it but I can replace the cord myself. posted by 6550 at 2:02 PM on September 14, 2007
Are you just looking for a toaster, or a toaster-oven? posted by Poolio at 2:08 PM on September 14, 2007
Mine hasn't arrived yet so I can't give you a first hand review. posted by aubilenon at 2:42 PM on September 14, 2007
In answer to Poolio's question, I'm looking for a toaster only, not a toaster oven. posted by partner at 2:43 PM on September 14, 2007
If you do get a vintage toaster, please be careful about the wiring - mine started arcing one night. The ex danced around yelling ineffectually, while I grabbed my oxo mitt and yanked the cord. Fun times. posted by Liosliath at 4:05 PM on September 14, 2007
I still say that you are a fool if you do not own a toaster oven. A fool, I say! posted by Slarty Bartfast at 4:21 PM on September 14, 2007
Toaster ovens are ugly. Ugly, I say!
Yeah, and I noticed a little warning at the bottom of that eBay page that the vintage/retro toaster should be used decoratively only due to it not being up to code. posted by Sassyfras at 4:23 PM on September 14, 2007
I'm quite pleased with my chrome Procter-Silex two-slice. It was a gift in the early '90s tho, so I can't tell if it's still made. However, Jack Berg apparently offers something similar here for only $13. posted by Rash at 5:22 PM on September 14, 2007
Toaster ovens are great for making things that aren't toast (english muffins with cheese, for instance) but they are not the One True Way to make toast. posted by aubilenon at 5:33 PM on September 14, 2007
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