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Catalogs

Time Capsule

TSR Gateway to Adventure Catalog from 1981

February 23, 2023 0

In this Time Capsule, go back to the early days of Dungeons & Dragons with this TRS Catalog from 1981. There was a surprising amount …….continure reading

Special Feature

Highlights From the 1984 Montgomery Ward Catalog

December 14, 2022 0

As I’ve said before, nothing reminds me of Christmases gone by more than browsing through old catalogs. As a kid, I could sit for hours …….continure reading

Special Feature

Highlights From the 1991 Sears Wishbook

November 25, 2022 1

Now that we’re past Thanksgiving, I’m all in on Christmas, and that means features like this. We’re going to look at a few things that …….continure reading

LEGO Pirates
Special Feature

Highlights From the 1989 Lego Catalog

August 15, 2022 0

You probably remember from past posts that I’ve always loved LEGO. In fact, I’d put LEGO at a solid number three right behind G.I. Joe …….continure reading

Time Capsule

Playmobil Toy Catalog from 1986

April 12, 2022 0

Playmobil toys were some of my absolute favorites when I was a kid and I could sit and look at advertisements like this for hours …….continure reading

Time Capsule

Wheeled Warriors Toy Catalog From 1986

April 5, 2022 0

Here is another Time Capsule for you to peruse, and it’s another trip back in time courtesy of the 1986 Mattel Toy Dealer’s Catalog. Enjoy …….continure reading

Matchbox Cars
Time Capsule

1983 Matchbox Catalog

December 31, 2021 2

Matchbox cars have been around since 1953, and every year have offered new varieties of their cars. In this time capsule, you can see all …….continure reading

Eternia Playset
Time Capsule

1986 Toys ‘R’ Us Out of This World Toy Book

December 6, 2021 3

You know I love old catalogs…especially ones from the late ’80s because that’s just my wheelhouse. And you know I also love Christmas. And lastly, …….continure reading

Special Feature

Highlights From a Johnson Smith Company Ad

August 25, 2021 0

While the name may not ring a bell to everyone, I’m sure you grew up seeing these ads in comic books and marveling at the …….continure reading

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