Updated: July 10, 2004

Alien storm-making machine control panel from The Invaders episode "The Storm". (ABC-TV, 1967-68) This prop was used throughout the series, and most notably in the episode "The Storm" as the control device which activates the alien "storm-making" machine. Made of silver-painted wood with sliding knob and six depressible clear resin buttons, and measures 8 in. square. From the collection of Invaders special effects master Thol Simonson. Photos & text courtsey of Profiles in History: Value: $800 - $1,200