Back in the Day Classics

Back in the Day Classics Back in the Day Classics - Located right off the 57 Freeway and Katella Our new and improved showroom is officially reopened!

Over 2,500 antiques and collectibles in inventory for sale. Including a few classic cars on display and more to come! While displaying our merchandise in the best possible way we have taken the time to theme out the entire store in sections of gas/oil, coca-cola, soda/food advertising, barbershop, and gaming related items. Our store is truly a destination location for collectors, car lovers, and people who want to just take a walk back through time.

Hello Collectors & Friends,It’s officially time — our 3-Day Morphy Auctions Las Vegas Sale begins TOMORROW, December 4th...
12/04/2025

Hello Collectors & Friends,
It’s officially time — our 3-Day Morphy Auctions Las Vegas Sale begins TOMORROW, December 4th at 9:00 AM PST!

We’re proud to present a curated selection of rare, historic, and beautifully preserved pieces across coin-op, amusement park rides, carousel figures, carnival memorabilia, Americana, nautical classics, and vintage slot machines.

This is one of our largest and most exciting offerings to date, and we’re thrilled to share these treasures with collectors from around the world.
🔗 View the Full Catalogs
https://morphyauctions.com/
Morphy Auctions Catalog:
https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/Category/Slot_Machines-1167.html

LiveAuctioneers Catalog:
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/394450_general-antiques-and-advertising-day-1/

✨ Featured Highlights Include:

Dentzel carousel animals (Tiger & Pig, c. 1915),

Cretors Model D and Model #2 popcorn wagons,

Pacific Ocean Park “Atom Jet” ride car,

Mills, Jennings & Watling slot machines,

Dinky Toys store display,

Space Age Flying Saucer ride,

Aero-Craft aluminum boat,
…and many more one-of-a-kind offerings.

Each item represents decades of collecting, restoration, and historical preservation — we are honored to share them with the world.

Thank You for Supporting Back in the Day Classics

Whether you plan to bid, browse, or cheer us on, your support means the world to us. We look forward to an exciting weekend and can’t wait to see where these incredible pieces find their new homes.
— Back in the Day Classics

🚤✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3207 — 1951 Aero-Craft JCC Deluxe 18′6″ Aluminum BoatA rare post-WWII aluminum runabout: the ...
12/02/2025

🚤✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3207 — 1951 Aero-Craft JCC Deluxe 18′6″ Aluminum Boat
A rare post-WWII aluminum runabout: the Aero‑Craft “JCC Deluxe” 18′6″ — Built in the early 1950s (1951), this boat captures the era’s spirit of aluminum-hulled, lightweight watercraft, and stands out as a fine survivor of vintage boating history.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3207
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/1951_AERO_CRAFT_JCC_DELUXE_18_6__ALUMINUM_BOAT_WIT-LOT654778.aspx

🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601482_1951-aero-craft-jcc-deluxe-186-aluminum-boat-with-period-correct-motor-las-vegas-nv

🚂✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3136 — Phenomenal Toy-Store Display for Dinky Toys CarsAn ultra-rare bit of toy-store history...
12/02/2025

🚂✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3136 — Phenomenal Toy-Store Display for Dinky Toys Cars
An ultra-rare bit of toy-store history: this original display was built to showcase Dinky die-cast cars — a true relic of mid-century retail and toy culture. Collectors of vintage toys, die-cast vehicles, and nostalgic retail history will appreciate its rarity and character.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 **Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3136
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601411_phenomenal-toy-store-display-for-dinky-toy-cars-las-vegas-nv

🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/PHENOMENAL_TOY_STORE_DISPLAY_FOR_DINKY_TOY_CARS-LOT651801.aspx

🐯✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3057— Dentzel Carved Carousel Tiger (c. 1915)A rare hand-carved carousel figure crafted by th...
12/02/2025

🐯✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3057— Dentzel Carved Carousel Tiger (c. 1915)
A rare hand-carved carousel figure crafted by the legendary G.A. Dentzel Carousel Company — one of America’s most revered carousel builders. Established in 1867, Dentzel became known for producing exquisitely carved menagerie animals and horses, contributing heavily to what’s now considered the “Golden Age” of carousels.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3057
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601332_dentzel-carved-carousel-tiger-las-vegas-nv

🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/DENTZEL_CARVED_CAROUSEL_TIGER-LOT648387.aspx

🍿✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3065 — Cretors Model D Horse-Drawn Popcorn Wagon (c. 1905)A museum-quality survivor of early ...
12/02/2025

🍿✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3065 — Cretors Model D Horse-Drawn Popcorn Wagon (c. 1905)
A museum-quality survivor of early American concession history. The Cretors Model D, introduced in 1905 by the legendary C. Cretors & Co., is beautifully restored with rich red bodywork, oak trim, hand-applied pin-striping, beveled glass, cobalt-blue flash-cut signage, fabric canopies, front bench seat, and authentic horse-drawn buggy shafts. Measuring 12' 6" long, this wagon captures the golden age of street food vending and traveling concessions.
Professionally restored to superb condition; only minimal wear. A showpiece for serious collectors and lovers of Americana.

CONDITION: Restored to near-original glory; light handling wear only.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3065
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601340_cretors-model-d-horse-drawn-popcorn-wagon-las-vegas-nv

🔹 View on Morphy Auctions:https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/CRETORS_MODEL_D_HORSE_DRAWN_POPCORN_WAGON-LOT651150.aspx

🐖✨ Auction Highlight | Gustav A. Dentzel Carousel Pig (c. 1915)A beautifully restored Dentzel carousel pig — a rare, mus...
11/30/2025

🐖✨ Auction Highlight | Gustav A. Dentzel Carousel Pig (c. 1915)
A beautifully restored Dentzel carousel pig — a rare, museum-quality piece of early amusement history with hand-carved detail and timeless character.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3059
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601334_gusav-a-dentzel-carousel-pig-las-vegas-nv

🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/GUSAV_A__DENTZEL_CAROUSEL_PIG-LOT648540.aspx

🎡✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3202 — Pacific Ocean Park “Atom Jet” Motorized Ride Car--A rare survivor from Pacific Ocean P...
11/30/2025

🎡✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3202 — Pacific Ocean Park “Atom Jet” Motorized Ride Car--

A rare survivor from Pacific Ocean Park — the iconic SoCal amusement park. Sleek, futuristic, and pure mid-century magic. Now LIVE in our Morphy’s Las Vegas Auction!

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3202
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601477_pacific-ocean-park-atom-jet-elctric-motorized-car-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/PACIFIC_OCEAN_PARK__ATOM_JET__ELCTRIC_MOTORIZED_CA-LOT648731.aspx

🍿✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3045 — C. Cretors Co. “Improved #2” Popcorn Wagon (c. 1902)A remarkable survivor from the ea...
11/25/2025

🍿✨ Auction Highlight | Lot 3045 — C. Cretors Co. “Improved #2” Popcorn Wagon (c. 1902)

A remarkable survivor from the early 20th century and one of the most iconic concession machines ever produced. This C. 1902 C. Cretors Co. Improved #2 Popcorn Wagon, built in Chicago, represents the pinnacle of portable popcorn vending during America’s boom in street food and traveling concessions.
Introduced as a cost-effective alternative to Cretors’ #1 wagon, the Improved #2 delivered all the ornate style — glass signage, nickel-plated trim, heavy copper boiler, and bold hand-painted decoration — in a more compact, mobile form.

This example has undergone a complete, faithful restoration, featuring new paint, fresh pinstriping, rebuilt glass signs, and fully operational popping mechanism. A museum-quality display piece and an absolute standout for collectors of Americana, advertising, and carnival history.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3045
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601320_the-c-cretors-co-improved-2-popcorn-wagon-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/THE_C__CRETORS_CO__IMPROVED__2_POPCORN_WAGON-LOT648378.aspx

🛸✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3038 — Space Age Amusement Park Ride “Flying Saucer” by L’AutopèdeAn extraordinar...
11/25/2025

🛸✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3038 — Space Age Amusement Park Ride “Flying Saucer” by L’Autopède

An extraordinary and extremely rare survivor from the golden age of mid-century amusement design. This Space Age two-seat flying saucer ride, built by L’Autopède of Belgium, captures the 1950s–60s sci-fi fascination with UFOs, rockets, and futurism.
Hand-fabricated in metal and originally used on European carnival carousels, this model is considered the rare smaller version — with only 15 examples ever produced. Complete with its original antenna, flashing lights, and restored upholstery, it stands as a showstopping piece of carnival and entertainment history.

A museum-worthy collectible and an undeniable statement piece for any space-age, amusement, or pop-culture collection.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3038
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601313_space-age-amusement-park-ride-flying-saucer-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/SPACE_AGE_AMUSEMENT_PARK_RIDE_FLYING_SAUCER_-LOT649188.aspx

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3012 —1920s 5¢ Mills / Rock-Ola Mint Front “OK Jackpot” Vendor Slot MachineA stri...
11/22/2025

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3012 —1920s 5¢ Mills / Rock-Ola Mint Front “OK Jackpot” Vendor Slot Machine

A striking and highly collectible crossover piece, this 5¢ Mills / Rock-Ola Mint Front “OK Jackpot” Vendor showcases two powerhouse names of Chicago coin-op history. Featuring the classic mint-front design with its bold Art Deco aesthetics, this machine combines vending functionality with the smooth, reliable action that made Mills and Rock-Ola industry leaders.
The “OK Jackpot” configuration adds even more desirability, offering strong visual appeal, polished castings, and a display-ready presence that stands out in any collection.

A premium example for slot-machine collectors, casino-history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a centerpiece mechanical showpiece.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3012
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601287_5-millsrock-ola-mint-front-ok-jackpot-vender-slot-machine-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/5__MILLS_ROCK_OLA_MINT_FRONT_OK_JACKPOT_VENDER_SLO-LOT651597.aspx

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3009— 5¢ Watling Coin Front Rol-A-Top Slot Machine on StandA beautiful example fr...
11/21/2025

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day Three | Lot 3009— 5¢ Watling Coin Front Rol-A-Top Slot Machine on Stand

A beautiful example from one of the major Chicago makers, this 5¢ Watling Coin Front Rol-A-Top Slot Machine sits proudly on its matching stand, creating a commanding full-height presentation.
Watling’s Rol-A-Top models are known for their ornate castings, curved “rolling” top housing, and distinctive coin-front design — all hallmarks of the company’s craftsmanship during the 1930s–40s.
This machine showcases strong color, clean plating, and classic Rol-A-Top visuals that collectors instantly recognize. A timeless casino-era centerpiece.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3009
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601284_5-walting-coin-front-rol-a-top-slot-machine-on-stand-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/5__WALTING_COIN_FRONT_ROL_A_TOP_SLOT_MACHINE_ON_ST-LOT650631.aspx

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day three | Lot 3007— 5¢ O.D. Jennings “Chief” Slot Machine with StandA striking example of class...
11/21/2025

🎰✨ Auction Highlight | Day three | Lot 3007— 5¢ O.D. Jennings “Chief” Slot Machine with Stand

A striking example of classic coin-op artistry, this 5¢ O.D. Jennings “Chief” Slot Machine pairs beautifully with its matching stand, creating an impressive full-height display.
The Jennings “Chief” series is known for its bold Native American Chief motifs, and flowing Art Deco lines — all designed to command attention on early casino floors.
This restored example presents exceptionally well, with bright color, crisp chrome details, and a smooth mechanical feel that collectors seek.

A standout piece for any vintage gaming, casino, or Americana collection.

📅 Auction Date: December 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM PST
📍 Offered at Morphy Auctions | December Sale
🔹 Lot 3007
🔹 View on LiveAuctioneers: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/218601282_5-od-jennings-chief-slot-machine-with-stand-las-vegas-nv
🔹 View on Morphy Auctions: https://auctions.morphyauctions.com/5__O_D__JENNINGS_CHIEF_SLOT_MACHINE_WITH_STAND-LOT649299.aspx

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