Mystery Gadget 38

What is this 1950s fellow dressed for?

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Posted By: Paul - Tue Jun 21, 2016
Category: Technology | 1950s

Comments

Maybe "SWP"= sewerage, water, power. A portable toilet for a friend?

Posted by Virtual on 06/21/16 at 11:06 AM

I can't think what SWP might stand for, but I reckon he's checking for fallout after WWIII.

Posted by TheCannyScot in Atlanta, GA on 06/21/16 at 11:10 AM

Actually thought that was what he was doing, checking levels.

Posted by Patty in Ohio, USA on 06/22/16 at 12:04 AM

Looked like the basic idea for DEVO's first visit to Saturday Night Live. Or a really nerdy way to tell that woman she's HOT.

Posted by Greg on 06/22/16 at 05:39 AM

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