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regaphysics t1_iz1rnhm wrote

Reply to comment by Xyspade in Lasko/Galaxy 3150/2150 12" oscillating fans circa 70s-80s. I've had the blue one for several years and just got the amber one to complete the set. Quiet, powerful, and efficient, they perform just as good as they look. by Xyspade

If I had to get a fan like this (generally I have ceiling fans or box fans), I’d get an old Emerson / lectric or Hunter metal I suppose. Not very safe though.

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Xyspade OP t1_iz23gdl wrote

The Emersons are sexy for sure, but hella expensive. These were affordable for the average consumer back then and that hasn't changed today, you can find one after a few trips to the flea market for <$10 because not many people are interested in fans from this era.

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HorrorPotato t1_iz35ymd wrote

>you can find one after a few trips to the flea market for <$10 because not many people are interested in fans from this era.

I'm extremely envious of people who can actually find legitimate vintage things at their flea markets.... Mine is majority counterfeit items, cheap mass-produced crap bought from Alibaba, and skincare/haircare products of dubious origins...

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Xyspade OP t1_iz3hw9f wrote

There's plenty of those around here as well; the good ones are a bit of a hike, anywhere from 30-90 minutes one way. I also have some luck at a particular bi-annual rummage sale held by a charity organization, also 45 minutes away.

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regaphysics t1_iz275un wrote

Not disputing whether they’re good value fans, just laughing at your phrasing in the OP since I don’t find them to be good looking ;)

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Xyspade OP t1_iz291l4 wrote

Oh yeah I know, just worth considering that not everyone can just get an Emerson like they can one of these. I'd love to find an affordable Emerson someday.

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