Re: BBC TV: The Repair Shop
Yes, I concur with most opinions. Although the programme was a modestly enjoyable watch, tonight's was more annoying than Monday's. These aren't repairs, they're full-blown restorations, surely? Of course, we don't get to know the real time spent on these jobs. And retro-fitting a century-old magic lantern projector with a modern electric light source, instead of repairing its original paraffin burner?
However, the programme is at least an attempt to expose the myth that repair is impossible, or 'if it's broke, buy a new one' which seems to be what 95% of the population believe nowadays.
I hope we get to see at least one vintage radio. As a hint, there's a 'Dansette' in the background on some shots...
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Phil
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