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Random selections of pages from vintage UK catalogues.

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* @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social - International (non-UK) catalogues
* @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social - UK Christmas catalogues, from Sept 16th
* @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social - UK Print Ads
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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · Apr 15
A quick intro to pre-decimal currency:

farthing = 0.25d == 0.1p
halfpenny = 0.5d == 0.21p
1d = penny == 0.42p
3d = thruppence == 1.25p
6d = sixpence == 2.5p
12d = 1s (one shilling) == 5p
one florin = 2s == 10p
one crown = 5s == 25p
20s = £1 (one pound) == £1
1gn (one guinea) = 21s = £1 1s == £1.05
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1978: Gardening and Lawn & Garden Power Tools from Family Album

(+Syon Wheelbarrow; Guardsman Tool Set; Netlon Plastic Garden Fencing; Incinerator; Auriol Gro Grid; Garden Digging Spade; Four-pronged Digging Fork; Perma Stakes; Border Set; Concorde Electric Mower, and more)
This page advertises gardening and lawn care equipment along with a promotion for a 12-month credit option. The gardening section includes tools, fencing, and plant supports, while the power tools section focuses on lawnmowers and hedge trimmers. (+Auriol Gro Grid Black & Decker Power Hedge Trimmer Border Set Concorde Electric Mower Four-pronged Digging Fork Garden Digging Spade Guardsman Tool Set Incinerator Netlon Plastic Garden Fencing Perma Stakes Qualcast Rota Mini Lawn Mower and Syon Wheelbarrow)
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Goodwood chicane? That's so cool.
January 7, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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1972: Miscellaneous from Scalextric

(+PT/68; PT/51; PT/52; PT/53; PT/54; PT/56; PT/57; PT/58; PT/59; PT/60; PT/78; PT/82; PT/90; PT/77; PT/74; PT/70; T/44; T/46; T/47; T/48; T/50; T/39; T/40; and A.259)
This catalogue page showcases a variety of Scalextric track components, including curves, straights, and accessories. The products are organized into two departments based on their type, with a focus on track elements and bridge supports. The layout is visually appealing with a yellow and white color scheme, emphasizing the product images. (+A.259 PT/51 PT/52 PT/53 PT/54 PT/56 PT/57 PT/58 PT/59 PT/60 PT/68 PT/70 PT/74 PT/77 PT/78 PT/82 PT/90 T/39 T/40 T/44 T/46 T/47 T/48 and T/50)
January 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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OMG you know you’re properly old when something your child had appears on this account.
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2010: City Police from LEGO

(+Police Station; Police Truck; Police Helicopter; Police MC; and Police Officer)
A LEGO City catalogue page showcasing police vehicles and a police station. The page encourages children to join the LEGO City police force and catch bad guys. Various police vehicles, including a truck, helicopter, motorcycle, and car are featured. (+Police Helicopter Police MC Police Officer Police Station and Police Truck)
January 7, 2026 at 8:14 AM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Jan 1974: Weekly Magazine ad from New Reveille (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Holiday; Car; Boat; Colour T.V.; L.P. Records; Cassette Tapes; and Magazine)

«THIS WEEK-EVERY WEEK... ENJOY YOURSELF WITH NEW REVeille»
A black-and-white advertisement for a weekly magazine that offers a variety of content, including features, stories, competitions, and celebrity content. It highlights money-saving opportunities, sports coverage, and content for children and pet owners. THIS WEEK-EVERY WEEK... ENJOY YOURSELF WITH NEW REVeille New Reveille. It's the brightest family weekly on the scene. Packed with super features, stories, exciting competitions, your personal starcast, great offers, and lots of fun. Give the whole family a treat... Every week colourful New Reveille gives you these great attractions... plus much, much more! DRIVE WITH DICK EMERY Dick's the owner of three cars and two motor bikes... and every week in New Reveille he takes you for a spin along the road to carefree driving in his very own motoring column. You'll love it! SAVE MONEY WITH THESE SUPER LP AND CASSETTE OFFERS THREE WAYS TO BEAT THE SQUEEZE It's music, music all the way with New Reveille's wonderful bargain offers of LPs and cassettes at fantastic prices. Build up your own disco and pop library and save £££'s. MEET THE BIG WIN a holiday. WIN a car and a boat. WIN a colour TV. Three super competitions you can enter this week. CATCH UP WITH THE TV SCENE Your favourite programmes, your favourite stars-every week New Reveille takes an entertaining look at the world of the small screen. STARS OF SPORT GIVE YOUR Top footballers and ace mountaineers, money- spinning golfers and swimming stars-every week New Reveille looks at the men and women who make the big news in sport. TREAT THE KIDS TO MICKS ADVENTURES Mick Robertson of TV's 'Magpie goes out and about for New Reveille's younger readers every week. Make sure the kids don't miss his exciting column. PET EXPERT CARE Get advice from a famous veterinary surgeon on how to keep your pet in tip-top condition ... every week in New Reveille. THERE'S MORE OF A READ IN NEW REVEILLE MAKE SURE OF YOUR COPY EVERY WEEK-ORDER IT FROM YOUR NEWSAGENT
January 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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#Christmas 1981: Transport from Hamleys

(+Car Transporter; Continental Pantechnicon; Grain Transporter; Matchbox Carrying Case; Bourgey Long Distance Transporter; Boat Transporter with Cruiser; JCB Excavator; Aral Petrol Tanker; Dump Trailer; Motor Repairer's Vehicle, and more)
This page is from a toy catalogue showcasing various model vehicles, categorized into Transport toys. Each item has a picture and price, making it a clear product listing page. (+Alpine Rescue Helicopter Aral Petrol Tanker Boat Transporter with Cruiser Bourgey Long Distance Transporter Car Transporter Coal and Coke Delivery Vehicle Colman's Mustard Delivery Vehicle Container Transporter Continental Pantechnicon Dump Trailer Grain Transporter JCB Excavator Lipton's Tea Delivery Vehicle Matchbox Carrying Case Michelin Van and Motor Repairer's Vehicle)
January 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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From Finland, 1990: Clothing & Accessories and Miscellaneous from Postitar (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Lee Cooper; MICHELADAM; Tutti Frutti; and Americanwear)

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This is a catalogue page for summer 1990, featuring clothing and accessories from Lee Cooper, MICHELADAM, and Tutti Frutti, alongside Disney's Americanwear. The page showcases young women in a convertible, highlighting a summery and fashionable vibe. Ordering information is included. Americanwear «Americanwear» Lee Cooper «Lee Cooper» MICHELADAM «MICHELADAM» TUTTI FRUTTI «Tutti Frutti»
January 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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1971: Aircraft Models from Airfix

(+SAAB Viggen; Blackburn Buccaneer; Handley Page Jetstream; Blohm & Voss Bv 141; Bristol 192; Sea King; Lunar Module; Savoia-Marchetti S.M.79; North American B-25 Mitchell; Vickers Armstrong Wellington B.III; General Dynamics F111A, and more)
This is a page from an Airfix model aircraft catalogue showcasing various planes and helicopters in 1:72 scale. The page features detailed illustrations and model numbers for each aircraft. The models represent a diverse selection of aircraft from various eras and nations. (+Blackburn Buccaneer Blohm & Voss Bv 141 Bristol 192 Ford Trimotor General Dynamics F111A Handley Page Jetstream Lunar Module North American B-25 Mitchell Northrop P-61 Black Widow SAAB Viggen Savoia-Marchetti S.M.79 Sea King and Vickers Armstrong Wellington B.III)
January 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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There's quite a lot of federal activity in that town...
January 6, 2026 at 11:26 PM
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reelobscurepod.bsky.social
I'd have gone mental for that when I was like 45 or 46.
January 6, 2026 at 11:04 PM
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1977: Aircraft Kits from Matchbox

(+Me 109; Spitfire; and Dauntless)
This is a Matchbox Aircraft Kits catalogue page showcasing three new 1/32 scale model aircraft: a Spitfire, a Messerschmitt Me 109, and a Dauntless. The page highlights increased detail, quality, and value, mentioning that each model comes in three colors with three decal options. Two of the models are immediately available, while the Dauntless is noted as being available later. (+Dauntless Me 109 and Spitfire)
January 7, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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1958: Bedroom Furniture and Occasional Furniture from Drivers Family Bargain Club

(+Bedside cabinet with legs; Divan bed; Blanket chest with cabriole legs; Bedstead & spiral mattress; Single size bedstead and mattress; Pallet mattress; Coil spring and wire mesh mattress; Mattress pad, and more)
This page showcases bedroom and occasional furniture, featuring beds, mattresses, bedside cabinets, chests, tables, and a commode chair. Items are presented with product numbers and prices, alongside images of the furniture in various settings. (+Bedside cabinet Bedside cabinet with legs Bedstead & spiral mattress Blanket chest Blanket chest with cabriole legs Coil spring and wire mesh mattress Commode chair Contemporary table Divan bed Glass door bookcase Mattress pad Pallet mattress Record cabinet and Single size bedstead and mattress)
January 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM
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2010: City Police from LEGO

(+Police Station; Police Truck; Police Helicopter; Police MC; and Police Officer)
A LEGO City catalogue page showcasing police vehicles and a police station. The page encourages children to join the LEGO City police force and catch bad guys. Various police vehicles, including a truck, helicopter, motorcycle, and car are featured. (+Police Helicopter Police MC Police Officer Police Station and Police Truck)
January 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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1956: Models and Outfits from Meccano

(+Side-Tipping Wagon; Coaling Tower; Forge Crane; Farm Tractor and Haycart; Ferry Steamer; Pithead Gear; Flyboats; Transport Lorry; Outfit No. 7; Outfit No. 6; Outfit No. 5; and Outfit No. 4)
This is a page from a Meccano catalogue showcasing four different outfits (No. 4, 5, 6, and 7). Each outfit is presented with images of sample models that can be built using the parts included and a brief description of the included parts and construction possibilities. The page uses illustrations to show the range of models that can be built with each outfit. (+Coaling Tower Farm Tractor and Haycart Ferry Steamer Flyboats Forge Crane Outfit No. 4 Outfit No. 5 Outfit No. 6 Outfit No. 7 Pithead Gear Side-Tipping Wagon and Transport Lorry)
January 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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1963: Bed Linens from Freemans

(+Quilted and embroidered rayon satin coverlet; Tricel bedspread; Glazed cotton quilt; and Printed cotton quilt)
A page showcasing flower-bright quilts and coverlets for bedrooms. The selection includes glazed cotton quilts with floral prints, embroidered rayon satin coverlets, and printed cotton quilts with modern multicolored designs. Various sizes and colors are offered for single and double beds. (+Glazed cotton quilt Printed cotton quilt Quilted and embroidered rayon satin coverlet and Tricel bedspread)
January 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Jan 1989: GTX Liquid Engineering Engine Oil ad from Castrol (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

«PLASTIC ENGINEERING.»
Advertisement for engine oil that highlights the innovative plastic packaging designed for easy handling and pouring. The container features a visible strip to monitor the oil level. It emphasizes that the brand engineers its packaging with the same care as its oil. PLASTIC ENGINEERING. Our revolutionary new plastic pack is easier to carry and handle. The anti-glug device makes it smoother to pour. And the graduated visi-strip lets you see how much you've used. Who else would engineer their pack as carefully as their oil?
January 6, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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1958: Motor Cars from Corgi

(+Studebaker Golden Hawk; Riley Pathfinder Police Car; Citroen D.S.19; Vauxhall Velox Saloon; Rover 90 Saloon; Austin Cambridge Saloon; Jaguar 2-4 Litre Saloon; Riley Pathfinder Saloon; Ford Consul Saloon; Morris Cowley Saloon, and more)
This is a page from a toy catalogue showcasing a range of die-cast model cars. The page features various makes and models, primarily British marques from the mid-20th century. Each car is presented with its model number, scale (3½ inches or 4½ inches), and a price. The page also includes an illustration of a corgi. (+Austin Cambridge Saloon Citroen D.S.19 Ford Consul Saloon Jaguar 2-4 Litre Saloon Morris Cowley Saloon R.A.F. Vanguard Staff Car Riley Pathfinder Police Car Riley Pathfinder Saloon Rover 90 Saloon Standard Vanguard III Saloon Studebaker Golden Hawk and Vauxhall Velox Saloon)
January 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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From France, #Christmas 1985: Medieval and Wild West from Auchan (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Medieval Castle; Siege Tower; I'm Going on a Crusade; and Fort Randall)

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This is a page from a LEGO catalogue featuring two main sections: Wild West and Medieval. The Wild West section showcases Fort Randall, a large playset, while the Medieval section presents a siege tower and a medieval castle. Prices are listed in French Francs. Château Moyen-Âge «Medieval Castle» Fort Randall «Fort Randall» Je Pars En Croisade «I'm Going on a Crusade» Tour d'assaut «Siege Tower»
January 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1978: Bath and Towels and Home Furnishings from Family Album

(+Beach towel; Cotton Terry beach towel; Towel bale; Bath towels; Tea towels; Hand towels and bath towels; Absorbent towels; Duroleum; Axminster rug; Long-pile scatter rugs; Nylon-pile rug; Dandycord Vinyl mats; and Bathroom set)
This page displays a range of home furnishings and bath products, including scatter rugs, vinyl mats, Axminster rugs, bath sets, towels, and tea towels. The products are presented with images, price points, sizes, materials, and color options. The page includes a section on 'Fashionable Floor Coverings' and 'Great Value Towelling'. (+Absorbent towels Axminster rug Bath towels Bathroom set Beach towel Cotton Terry beach towel Dandycord Vinyl mats Duroleum Hand towels and bath towels Long-pile scatter rugs Nylon-pile rug Tea towels and Towel bale)
January 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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1960: Track & Accessories and Track Pieces from Scalextric

(+Le Mans Dunlop Bridge; Control Tower; Grand Stand; Event Board and Hut; Owner's Stand and Pit; Racing Pit; Twin Loud Speakers; First Aid Hut; Start-Finish Banner; Name Boards; Track Signs; Hump Back Bridge, and more)
This is a catalogue page showcasing Triang Scalextric track and accessory sets. The page is split into two sections: one displaying trackside buildings and accessories, and another showing track pieces and other items to enhance the racing experience. The image is vibrant and detailed, showcasing the products' scale and features. (+Bridge Span Chicane Set Control Tower Cross Over Event Board and Hut First Aid Hut Flexible Fencing Flyover Bridge Support Grand Stand Hump Back Bridge Inner Le Mans Dunlop Bridge Long Straight Lubricant Name Boards Oil Drums Outer Owner's Stand and Pit Quarter Straight Racing Pit Short Straight Skid Fluid Standard Start-Finish Banner Straw Bales Track Cleaner Track Signs and Twin Loud Speakers)
January 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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santiagojones.bsky.social
Oooh brushed steel and wood effect.
What a fucking vibe.
Everything should still look like that.

(Swear I’m 18mths away from being old enough to get on Facebook and start giving it “who remembers the before times, before the deregulation of the TV listings? Great days, better days”)
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1983: Audio Systems from Shoppers World

(+Murphy MC1000 rack system; Philips F1422 Music Centre; Binatone Melody Centre Mark II; Bush 7090 Portable Power Compo; Murphy 900 music centre; Bush 7080 Portable Stereo Music System, and more)
This page is a catalogue spread showcasing audio systems from various brands: Binatone, Bush, Murphy, and Philips. The products range from compact cassette players to complete music centers and rack systems, highlighting features like stereo recording, multiple wavebands, and LED displays. The page is designed to attract buyers by emphasizing the quality and features of the listed products. (+Binatone Casseiver Deluxe 3-in-1 Compact Front Loading Cassette Binatone Melody Centre Mark II Bush 7020 MW/LW/VHF Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder Bush 7080 Portable Stereo Music System Bush 7090 Portable Power Compo Murphy 900 music centre Murphy MC1000 rack system Philips F1210 Stereo Music Centre and Philips F1422 Music Centre)
January 6, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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1971: Military Figures and Military Model Kits from Airfix

(+Napoleon; Henry VIII; Julius Caesar; Oliver Cromwell; The Black Prince; Richard I; Yeoman of the Guard; Charles I; Lifeguard Trumpeter; Boy Scout; British Hussar; British Guardsman; and Coldstream Guardsman)
This is a page from a model soldier catalogue, showcasing historical and military figures in 54mm and 1/12 scales. It features both foot and mounted figures, and a variety of historical characters from Julius Caesar to Joan of Arc. Close-up details highlight the quality of the models. (+Boy Scout British Guardsman British Hussar Charles I Coldstream Guardsman Henry VIII Julius Caesar Lifeguard Trumpeter Napoleon Oliver Cromwell Richard I The Black Prince and Yeoman of the Guard)
January 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Jan 1989: Tiger Balm ad (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

«SENDING ACHES INTO THE SHADOWS IS AN ANCIENT ART.»
This black-and-white advertisement promotes a product known for its relief of muscular aches and pains. The image features an artistic illustration of a person's back, set against a subtle tiger graphic, symbolizing the product's namesake and purported benefits. SENDING ACHES INTO THE SHADOWS IS AN ANCIENT ART. It has been said Tiger Balm is a timeless remedy. Little wonder, when you discover its origins can be traced back over 100 years to the Far East. Today, with the same unique formula, Tiger Balm continues to bring sooth- ing relief to muscular aches and pains. Its special ingredients are based on herbal doc- trines. It contains natural oils and is free from animal fats. And just a little is enough to massage warmth into aching muscles. There are two varieties available, Regular White and Extra Strength Red, and both help aches and pains become a shadow of the past. Available from Boots, chemists and health food shops. Leaves aches and pains in the shade.
January 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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1983: Audio Systems from Shoppers World

(+Murphy MC1000 rack system; Philips F1422 Music Centre; Binatone Melody Centre Mark II; Bush 7090 Portable Power Compo; Murphy 900 music centre; Bush 7080 Portable Stereo Music System, and more)
This page is a catalogue spread showcasing audio systems from various brands: Binatone, Bush, Murphy, and Philips. The products range from compact cassette players to complete music centers and rack systems, highlighting features like stereo recording, multiple wavebands, and LED displays. The page is designed to attract buyers by emphasizing the quality and features of the listed products. (+Binatone Casseiver Deluxe 3-in-1 Compact Front Loading Cassette Binatone Melody Centre Mark II Bush 7020 MW/LW/VHF Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder Bush 7080 Portable Stereo Music System Bush 7090 Portable Power Compo Murphy 900 music centre Murphy MC1000 rack system Philips F1210 Stereo Music Centre and Philips F1422 Music Centre)
January 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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From Japan, #Christmas 1998: Toys from Toys R Us (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Lego Shogun's Castle x6093; Lego Fire Engine x2704; Pythagoras DX; Takara Telebby Sensei; Lego Shogun's Trick Fortress 5088; Truck 50p; New Block Plenty Set; Duplo Kukunaku Coaster, and more)

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This catalogue page from Toys 'R' Us features a variety of toys including Lego sets, building blocks, educational drawing toys and play kitchen sets. The items range in price and target different age groups. いろいるキッチン «Various Kitchens» アガツマ アンパンマンのらくがき «Agatsuma Anpanman Doodle» タカラ スーパーぱんぱい «Takara Super Panpai» タカラ デレッビーせんせい «Takara Telebby Sensei» デュプロくなくなコースター «Duplo Kukunaku Coaster» トラック50p «Truck 50p» ドラえもん どこでもブロック 3兄弟バケツ «Doraemon Anywhere Block 3 Brothers Bucket» ニューブロック たっぷりセット «New Block Plenty Set» ニューブロック のりものセット «New Block Vehicle Set» ハローキティ «Hello Kitty» ピタゴラス はたらくくるま «Pythagoras Working Cars» ピタゴラスDX «Pythagoras DX» ポケットモンスターおえかきピカチュウ «Pocket Monsters Pikachu Drawing» マクドナルド ハンバーガーレストラン «McDonald's Hamburger Restaurant» モクさんのバケツ2276 «Moku-san's Bucket 2276» リトビック ボーナス バケツ:941 «Littivic Bonus Bucket: 941» レゴしょうぼうしゃ×2704 «Lego Fire Engine x2704» レゴショーグンのからくりとりで 5088 «Lego Shogun's Trick Fortress 5088» レゴショーグンの城×6093 «Lego Shogun's Castle x6093»
January 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM