Telescope
An instructive drawing helped Swedes in the 1940s make their own telescope from household items – so they could start exploring the starry skies at night. (From the catalogue 1944.)
Because I want one
Mat of nails
It’s supposed to soothe you and in 2010 everyone wanted one. Half a million Swedes bought their own version of the mat of nails. (From the catalogue 2009.)
Bird feeder
An invention by Clas Ohlson himself. The suction cup allowed the bird feeder, which was made from steel wires, to be stuck to glass windows. Perfect for bird watchers. (From the catalogue 1950.)
Sunglasses
Shatterproof glass made these sunglasses a bestseller in the early 1950s. (From the catalogue 1951.)
Hydroscale
Keeping control of your weight is good for many reasons. This particular bathroom scale was equipped with hydraulic mechanics and gave a “tremble-free,” almost clinical, exactness to its result. (From the catalogue 1992.)
Motor helmet
A fashionable helmet for motorcyclists and those who like to drive with the top down. This practical version also had protective goggles built into the dashing design. (From the catalogue 1932.)
Wheel glove
If your car is cold, a wheel glove helps keep your hands from freezing as you steer. (From the catalogue 1964.)
Hair clipper
Short in the front, long in the back. Or any way you like it. (From the catalogue 1931.)
Electric fence
Keep cows and horses under control with a solid electric fence. This version from 1941 also came with its own battery. (From catalogue 1941.)
