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The Victorian moustache represents everything that's right and proper about the honourable British gent. But what about a Victorian moustache littered with crumbs and dinner debris? Ach, the shame of a soup-soiled tash. These innovative devices were invaluable tools to stop a man losing face, in more ways than one.

Read more about author and collector, Maurice Collins', books of Ingenious Gadgets and Eccentric Contraptions.

All images have been provided courtesy of David&Charles publishers.

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Hi Just thought i would let you know the Teasmade is coming back Visit www.swan-brand.co.uk/teasmade

Posted by David Foulstone on 08/10/2009 16:38:46

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Please can you tell me where I can find the red bagel slicer featured on your programme? Thanks

Posted by Tanya Rogers on 03/10/2009 15:21:06

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Like the equivalent 'pie safe', it was designed to keep the enclosed food safe from isnects and rodents whilst they were held in a cool, dark, place, like a butter pantry or a basement.

Posted by Gerald Fnord on 14/06/2009 18:56:48

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Back when toasts were made over an open fire, at least a small amount of inedible char was impossible to avoid---crust scraping was really necessary.

Posted by Gerald Fnord on 14/06/2009 18:55:23

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This one is actually a toaster... But you guys get an A for effort.

Posted by Peter M. on 12/06/2009 15:59:08

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