Cream 700 Series Dial Phones

We often hear from people who have recently found our website, and always wanted an original authentic cream/ivory 1960s/1970s dial telephone, but didn't know where to find them and, if they did ever come across one, it was usually in poor condition, didn't appear original, looked as if it might not work. Our telephones are in excellent condition and are guaranteed to bring back all sorts of memories with their authentic mechanical bell ring - perhaps just like the telephone you had at home when you were a child.

Introduced in 1959, the initial 700 type telephone used the 300 Type body with a new handset and transmission circuit. However, this was a stopgap until a new plastic body could be developed. The design for the new 706 body probably looked to the American Bell 500 telephone for inspiration. The use of plastic meant that a greater range of colours could be used. Another innovation was the now universal curly cord. In the 1970s, the ivory/cream 700 Type telephone was given a minor facelift. The bodyshape was slightly modified as was the method of fixing the case to the body. Later on, the cradle rest was further modified to ensure that the handset sat firmly on the hook-switch.

Fully restored or Museum Grade? Our fully restored versions are used telephones that we have restored to an almost new condition. Minor scratches are polished away. Over-restoration is avoided, as this would otherwise take value away from the telephone and be detrimental to the authentic look and feel of the telephone. Our museum grade versions are simply the best you'll find anywhere.

• Classic British telephone design
• Rear exposed nickel bell set
• Fitted with a modern BT plug
• Compatible with the modern BT telephone network
• Working dial and bells that ring
• 1 Year Guarantee

Simply Plug-in and go!