Morphy-Richards Electric Hairdryer
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| Morphy-Richards Electric Hairdryer, Model HDA2 | |
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| Manufacturer | Morphy-Richards |
| Production years | 1960 |
| Production location | (unknown) |
Morphy-Richards Electric Hairdryer, Model HDA2, 1960
The first hairdryer to feature a double switch arrangement allowing hot or cold air to be blown. It has a motor which was claimed to be silent in operation and did not interfere with radio or television sets, incidentally showing how ubiquitous these other items had become.
[edit] How it works
The heating element is in front of a fan connected to an electric motor. This causes hot air to be blown out of the end of the dryer, which can be used to evaporate water on the hair.
[edit] Memories
Yes I have one unused still in its box. Is it a collectors item? Any idea how much it is worth?
— anon
My grandma had one of these and I remember using it on family holidays to the Gower during the 1970s / 80s. It was very powerful and blew the sea water and sand out of my hair.
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[edit] In the Science Museum
Source: Jennie Rogers Inv: No: 1999-1119
This object is currently on display in the Dan Dare & the Birth of Hi-Tech Britain exhibition at the Science Museum, London.