Manufacturing Plastic Skeletons in 1960s Britain Adafruit Industries Makers, hackers, artists, designers and engineers! [Video]

The first section of this collection of retro manufacturing films features footage of a UK company crafting plastic skeletons in 1963. The handiwork is most impressive.

The demand at that time came mostly from medical teaching colleges, theatrical companies, and shoe manufacturers. Whereas now we mostly see them as Halloween decor!

Video shared by British Pathé on YouTube

Halloween season is here! Check out all the posts, gift guides, and more!

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