70s Spots: Hardee’s Steak Sandwich (1974)

But wait, there's more... Hardee's commercial, 1974

But wait, there’s more…
Hardee’s commercial, 1974

“You get a real good feeling inside.”

Here’s a Hardee’s commercial where a two-for-the-price-of-one steak sandwich deal is on offer. The spot aired in April of 1974.

Hardee’s Steak Sandwich Commercial, 1974

Previously on 70s Spots: Persona Double II Razor (Buck Rogers, 1973)

70s Spots: Persona Double II Razor (Buck Rogers, 1973)

Gil Gerard cleans up for Persona, 1973

Gil Gerard cleans up for Persona, 1973

“It’s two blades better.”

Last time on 70s Spots, we featured a Dr. Grabow pipe ad with Erin Gray. This time around, it seemed only appropriate to feature a commercial with Gray’s Buck Rogers in the 25th Century co-star, Gil Gerard.

Here’s Gerard in a December 1973 spot for Persona Double II razors.

Persona Double II Razor Commercial, Buck Rogers, 1973

Previously on 70s Spots: Dr. Grabow Pipes (Erin Gray, 1979)

70s Spots: Dr. Grabow Pipes (Erin Gray, 1979)

Sure, Erin Gray looks great in this spot, but I can't help myself. Here's a shot of 70s cheesiness instead. (Dr. Grabow Pipes commercial, 1977)

Sure, Erin Gray looks great in this spot, but I can’t help myself. Here’s a shot of 70s cheesiness instead.
(Dr. Grabow Pipes commercial, 1977)

“My men are so smart.”

Erin Gray, the soon-to-be co-star of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, is the spokesperson in this spot for Dr. Grabow pipes. The commercial aired in December of 1979. Now, put that in your pipe and smoke it!

Grabow Pipes Commercial, Erin Gray, 1979

Previously on 70s Spots: Publix Market ‘Hawaiian Luau’ (1977)

70s Spots: Publix Market ‘Hawaiian Luau’ (1977)

Polynesian punch time. (Publix commercial, 1977)

Polynesian punch time.
(Publix commercial, 1977)

“Bring the islands home with a Publix Luau.”

On this lazy Sunday evening, we make time for a Hawaiian luau, Publix market-style. In this spot that aired in September of 1977, you’ll find California grapes and Dole juice helping to bring the Polynesian party to life.

Publix Market ‘Hawaiian Luau’ Commercial, 1977

Previously on 70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Premium Glasses (1977)

70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Premium Glasses (1977)

Hey, good lookin'! (Premium Optical commercial, 1977)

Hey, good lookin’!
(Premium Optical commercial, 1977)

“The latest fashion frames.”

Taking us all the way back now to the summer of ’77 – it’s Fashion Time with Indiana’s Premium Optical! Looking for a pair of fancy frames to compliment your Seventies hairdo? This is the place.

The spot aired in June of 1977.

’70s Fashion: Premium Glasses Commercial, 1977

Previously on 70s Spots: ‘People’ Magazine (Robert Blake, 1977)

70s Spots: ‘People’ Magazine (Robert Blake, 1977)

Baretta's got his eye on you. ('People' magazine commercial, 1977)

Baretta’s got his eye on you.
(‘People’ magazine commercial, 1977)

“Take a look at the people – in ‘People’ this week.”

Here’s a good spot for People magazine that really brings you back to a specific time in the fall of 1977. Robert Blake is the featured cover story (with a shocking tale of broken marriage!) and Cher and Leo Sayer are also found inside.

The commercial aired in September of 1977. Take a look at the People

‘People’ Magazine Commercial, 1977

Previously on 70s Spots: Plymouth Voyager Van (1974)