Fans of the fabulous '50s will find this handy and affordable guide to 1950s kitchen gadgets a "swell" deal indeed! Collectors with a passion for kitchen innovations will enjoy the 550+ color photos and illustrations of kitchen goodies that point to an era that lives on in reruns of Leave it to Beaver. This unparalleled reference covers postwar kitchen collectibles in a format that collectors and dealers can take with them everywhere. More than 1,000 graters, shredders and cutters, and gadgets for preparing corn, eggs and more are covered in extensive detail, along with updated prices. Readers also get quick tips from this go-to guide for getting started in this popular field of collecting.