- image sourced from blackcatantiques.tumblr.com with thanks The iconic image of the Black Cat continues to be a collectors dream and it is so recognisable that it can be used in many time frames portrayed in film and cinematography, the image would not be out of place today (2011) as demonstrated in the picture of the beautifully crafted die-cast van repro - in the meantime here are a few examples of its continued use starting with a still from the 1971 film of the popular wartime sitcom 'Dad's Army' showing the loveable rogue - Private Walker - touting for some deal or other under the Black Cat sign - peeking out, to the right of him (image on screen - stage left to those in theatre productions) you can just see the metal advertisement for the News of the World whose final edition, after 168 years of successful publishing, was printed for distribution today, 10.07.2011
While traditional flint lighters form the core, the supplier data shows growing availability of electronic, USB-rechargeable, windproof, and multi-torch options
however, their appeal to children will be significantly decreased
It's chaotic, but in a way that's genuinely enjoyable and admirably fast-paced, and pairs its rough and violent gangster-centric storyline with some dark comedy
