{"title":"Acme Whistles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sound of authority for over 150 years, \u003c\/span\u003eAcme Whistles have been manufactured in Birmingham, England since 1870. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"acme-thunderer-60-5-whistle","title":"Acme Thunderer 60.5 Whistle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe world’s first official sports whistle, Acme's 60.5 Thunderer has been trusted by sports officiators and referees since 1884. It continues to feature in major sporting events around the globe, recognized for its unmistakable sound and enduring reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esolid brass pea whistle, the 60.5 has a high-pitched tone with a bold, commanding call—so you can signal clearly and confidently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eWant to hear the 60.5 in action? Visit our video on the second slide. Or, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acmewhistles.co.uk\/media\/wysiwyg\/sounds\/thunderer_60-5.mp3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick play here\u003c\/a\u003e. (Warning: It's loud!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003epolished\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ebrass, cork pea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAcme Whistles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eapprox. 1.8\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWith roots in Birmingham, England since 1870, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAcme Whistles has set the standard for enduring quality and expert craftsmanship. Renowned for their reliability and distinct sound, each whistle is forged from solid metal and hand-finished by skilled artisans—reflecting a heritage of excellence passed down over five generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more English-made whistles and signaling tools, explore our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/acme-whistles\" title=\"Acme Whistles | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAcme collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acme Whistles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40080255352897,"sku":"60.5 Polished Brass","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/acme-thunderer-605-whistle-boston-general-store-6400908.jpg?v=1775314867"},{"product_id":"metropolitan-police-whistle-15-whistle","title":"Acme 15 Metropolitan Police Whistle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its reliability and authority, Acme's 15 Metropolitan Police Whistle was carefully d\u003c\/span\u003eeveloped over 150 years ago. A truly commanding instrument, the Metropolitan is prized by those who seek a distinctive and memorable call. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlso known as the Wilderness Whistle, it's perfect for general signaling and safety warnings—loud, clear, and can be heard up to a mile away. Its high-pitched, piercing tone sets it apart from the deeper, sports-style sound of the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Acme Thunderer 60.5 Whistle | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/acme-thunderer-60-5-whistle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e60.5 Thunderer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eWant to hear the 15 Metropolitan in action? Visit our video on the second slide. Or, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acmewhistles.co.uk\/media\/wysiwyg\/sounds\/metro_police_15.mp3\" title=\"Acme 15 Metropolitan Police Whistle Sound | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick play here\u003c\/a\u003e. (Warning: It's loud!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003epolished\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ebrass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAcme Whistles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eapprox. 3.1\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWith roots in Birmingham, England since 1870, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAcme Whistles has set the standard for enduring quality and expert craftsmanship. Renowned for their reliability and distinct sound, each whistle is forged from solid metal and hand-finished by skilled artisans—reflecting a heritage of excellence passed down over five generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more English-made whistles and signaling tools, explore our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/acme-whistles\" title=\"Acme Whistles | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAcme collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acme Whistles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40080256467009,"sku":"15","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/acme-15-metropolitan-police-whistle-boston-general-store-7558516.jpg?v=1775314867"},{"product_id":"acme-thunderer-60-5-air-ministry-whistle","title":"Acme Thunderer 60.5 Air Ministry Whistle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute description\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003eA solid brass whistle based on the original Flight Jacket whistle worn by RAF \u0026amp; USAAF aircrews during World War II. Nicknamed the “Ditch” Whistle, it was used by pilots who had been shot down over the ocean to signal passing ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003eThis Acme Thunderer features an antiqued finish, marked with the original WWII-era stamping dies from 1939 to 1945—reflecting its long, storied history. It emits a bright, piercing tone with a clear, commanding call that carries over long distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant to hear it in action? Visit our video on the second slide. Or, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acmewhistles.co.uk\/media\/wysiwyg\/sounds\/thunderer_60-5.mp3\" title=\"Acme Thunderer 60.5 Air Ministry Whistle Sound | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick play here\u003c\/a\u003e. (Warning: It's loud!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003edistressed brass, cork pea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAcme Whistles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eapprox. 1.8\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWith roots in Birmingham, England since 1870, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAcme Whistles has set the standard for enduring quality and expert craftsmanship. Renowned for their reliability and distinct sound, each whistle is forged from solid metal and hand-finished by skilled artisans—reflecting a heritage of excellence passed down over five generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more English-made whistles and signaling tools, explore our full \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Acme Whistles | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/acme-whistles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAcme collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Acme Whistles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40080267608129,"sku":"60.5 AM-Distressed","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/products\/acme-thunderer-605-air-ministry-whistle-boston-general-store-6256756.jpg?v=1760389292"},{"product_id":"acme-clicker-470","title":"Acme 470 Brass Clicker","description":"\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003eA historic replica of the Acme clicker used by the 101st Airborne Division on D-Day, this signaling device is crafted from polished brass and high-quality spring steel. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlso known as the \"cricket\" at the time, it was used for covert battlefield recognition among paratroopers during World War II. Today, it's made in the same workshop using the same 1940s tooling and presses as the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt produces a crisp, resonant click with a firm tactile snap, delivering clear and distinct commands. Used in modern times as a dog training aid, signaling tool, or safety device, this brass clicker is built for a lifetime of dependable use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant to hear it in action? Visit our video on the second slide. Or, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Acme 470 Brass Clicker Sound | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/My_Movie_9.m4a?v=1775833668\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick play here\u003c\/a\u003e. (Warning: It's loud!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003epolished brass, spring steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAcme Whistles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEngland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eapprox. 2.2\" x 1\" x 0.6\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWith roots in Birmingham, England since 1870, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAcme Whistles has set the standard for enduring quality and expert craftsmanship. Renowned for their reliability and distinct sound, each whistle is forged from solid metal and hand-finished by skilled artisans—reflecting a heritage of excellence passed down over five generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more English-made whistles and signaling tools, explore our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/acme-whistles\" title=\"Acme Whistles | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAcme collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acme Whistles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40475731558465,"sku":"470_P.B.","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/acme-470-brass-clicker-boston-general-store-4981395.jpg?v=1775923688"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/acme-whistles.oembed","provider":"Boston General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}