{"product_id":"vintage-wallace-and-gromit-rapide-o-matic-preserves-dispenser-kingsmill-advertising-figure-with-instructions","title":"Vintage Wallace and Gromit Rapide-O-Matic Preserves Dispenser – Kingsmill Advertising Figure with Instructions","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eA genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eWallace \u0026amp; Gromit Rapide-O-Matic Preserves Dispenser\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced as a promotional advertising item for Kingsmill during the height of the popularity of Nick Park’s Wallace \u0026amp; Gromit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eThis well-known novelty dispenser features Wallace riding a motorcycle with Gromit seated in the sidecar, which doubles as the jam reservoir. The dispenser operates via a wind-up mechanism activated by rolling the rear wheel, allowing it to travel across the table while dispensing preserves into the removable pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eThis example is notable for retaining the \u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eoriginal metal spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e, an early and increasingly uncommon component, as many surviving examples are now missing the spoon or have later black plastic replacements. The set also includes the original printed instruction leaflet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eThe original Kingsmill box is present but heavily worn and is included for completeness rather than display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e🌿 Dispenser figures in good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age\u003cbr data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e🌿 Original metal spoon present\u003cbr data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e🌿 Yellow plastic jam pot included\u003cbr data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e🌿 Original instruction leaflet included\u003cbr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e🌿 Original Kingsmill box present but in poor condition, with creasing, tears and wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e🌿 Mechanical movement working fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003ePlease refer carefully to the photographs, which form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eWe source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eFree UK postage. Worldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Every item is carefully packed and insured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheAntiqueForager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52290657681749,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/0068\/7701\/files\/20260119_130455811_iOS.jpg?v=1768839248","url":"https:\/\/antiqueforager.com\/products\/vintage-wallace-and-gromit-rapide-o-matic-preserves-dispenser-kingsmill-advertising-figure-with-instructions","provider":"TheAntiqueForager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}