Old International Catalogues

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Random selections of pages from vintage non-UK catalogues Also: * @OldUKCatalogues.bsky.social - for UK catalogues * @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social - for non-UK print ads There may be "vintage vocabulary"... English translations in ALT text.

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 7:16 AM

From Denmark, #Christmas 1943: Personal Care and Household from Buldog

(+Finest Bayrum; Effective Dandruff Remover; Dukat Florida Water; Fine Barbersprit; Burdock Root Spirit; Eau de Quinine; Fougére Hair Lotion; Do You Suffer From Cracked Hands? Glycerin with Sprit, and more)

[ENGinALT]

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 6:15 AM

From Finland, #Christmas 1962: Fashion and Children's Clothing from Lahden Osuuskauppa

(+Men's bathrobe; 744/men's pajamas; 081003/621/men's pajamas; R498/ski boot; R75/ski boot; R841/ski boot; 848/ski boot; 847/race ski boot; R406/ski boot, and more)

[ENGinALT]

This is a catalogue page that features a selection of clothing and footwear. The page includes various types of men's shoes and boots, as well as sleepwear, robes, socks and necktie sets, and shirts. The items range in price, with the boots being the most expensive. The page is formatted in black and white and looks like it may be a historical catalogue.

036222/361/Merite-Siliävä paita «036222/361/Merite-Siliävä shirt»
038222/363/Merite-Nailon itsesiliävä paita «038222/363/Merite-Nailon self-ironing shirt»
058234/110/Merite-Junior paita «058234/110/Merite-Junior shirt»
081003/621/miesten yöpuku «081003/621/men's pajamas»
123441/sukka + solmiopakkaus «123441/sock + tie package»
568/511/3/lasten yöpuku «568/511/3/children's pajamas»
744/miesten yöpuku «744/men's pajamas»
847/kilpahiihtokenkä «847/race ski boot»
848/hiihtokenkä «848/ski boot»
Miesten kylpytakki «Men's bathrobe»
Pyyheliine/Rengas/OTK «Towel/Ring/OTK»
R406/hiihtokenkä «R406/ski boot»
R498/hiihtokenkä «R498/ski boot»
R75/hiihtokenkä «R75/ski boot»
R841/hiihtokenkä «R841/ski boot»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 5:16 AM

From Germany, 1970: Fashion and Accessories from Centrum (+Kahla; Trier; Borneo; Moldau; Alaska; Nil; Zypern; Rügen; Progress; Rio; B; and D) [ENGinALT]

This is a catalogue page from a fashion and accessories retailer. It features various women's clothing items, including coats, suits, and trousers, alongside accessories like hats and scarves. The products are presented with prices and descriptions, showcasing the latest styles and materials.

Alaska «Alaska»
B «B»
Borneo «Borneo»
D «D»
Kahla «Kahla»
Moldau «Moldau»
Nil «Nil»
Progress «Progress»
Rio «Rio»
Rügen «Rügen»
Trier «Trier»
Zypern «Zypern»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 10:15 PM

From France, 1979: Toys & Hobbies from Joue Club (+Corvette Class Flower; Police Bike; Flying Tiger; Rolls Royce Phantom II; Enterprise Booster Rockets; G.M.C. General Truck; Semi-Budweiser; Mack Forward Cabin; Mack Cruise-Liner; Elf Tanker; Honda Goldwing Motorcycle, and more) [ENGinALT]

This catalogue page features a selection of model kits from brands such as Matchbox, CEJI, and Revell. The items range from vehicles like cars, trucks, motorcycles, and a space shuttle to military vehicles like a corvette. Prices range from 57,00 to 250,00. All are model kits to be assembled.

Camion G.M.C. General «G.M.C. General Truck»
Citerne Elf «Elf Tanker»
Corvette Classe Flower «Corvette Class Flower»
Entreprise Booster Rockets «Enterprise Booster Rockets»
Flying Tiger «Flying Tiger»
La Super Pontiac Firebird «The Super Pontiac Firebird»
Mack Cabine Avancee «Mack Forward Cabin»
Mack Cruise-Liner «Mack Cruise-Liner»
Moto Honda Goldwing «Honda Goldwing Motorcycle»
Moto Police Bike «Police Bike»
Moto Yamaha au 1/10e «Yamaha Motorcycle at 1/10th scale»
Rolls Royce Phantom II «Rolls Royce Phantom II»
Semi-Budweiser «Semi-Budweiser»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 9:15 PM

From America, 1969: Bed and Bath from Hammacher Schlemmer (+Cascade Bordered Sheets and Cases; Italian Multi-Stripe Terry Velour Robe; Spinning Wheel Automatic Electric Blanket; White Linen Sheets and Cases; Delcale Sheets from Ireland; Cascade Bordered Towel Sets; Cameo Towel Sets, and more)

This catalogue page features a selection of linens for the bed and bath, including towels, sheets, robes, and blankets. It showcases items made from materials like Irish linen, terry velour, and percale, some with embroidery and special features like electric heating and convertible designs.

(+6-Way Prop Pillow
Armrest Pillow
Cameo Towel Sets
Cascade Bordered Sheets and Cases
Cascade Bordered Towel Sets
Dacron, Nylon & Cotton Sheets
Delcale Sheets from Ireland
Foot Warmer
Italian Multi-Stripe Terry Velour Robe
Nylon Satin Sheets and Cases
Prima Automatic Electric Coverlet
Prima Automatic Electric Mattress Pad
Regal Guest Towels
Spinning Wheel Automatic Electric Blanket
Sporting Life For All
The Beauty Pillow
and White Linen Sheets and Cases)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 8:15 PM

From Finland, 1983: Fashion and Travel from Anttila (+Carola blouse; Striped T-shirt; and Our photography trip to Gran Canaria) [ENGinALT]

This is a page from the Anttila catalogue, featuring a variety of fashion items. It highlights the latest trends for spring 1983, including colorful clothing, romantic pastels, and new silhouettes. The page also showcases affordable options such as the striped t-shirt and the Carola blouse. In addition, the page contains information about photography trip to Gran Canaria

Carola-pusero «Carola blouse»
Kuvausmatkamme Gran Canarialle «Our photography trip to Gran Canaria»
Raita-T-paita «Striped T-shirt»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 7:15 PM

From America, 1982: Video Games from Atari (+Adventure; Combat; Video Volleyball; Football; and Baseball)

This catalogue page is an advert from Atari to showcase their new games. These include adventure, combat, video volleyball, football and baseball. The catalogue highlights the fact that they have a great group of games with super realistic graphics.

(+Adventure
Baseball
Combat
Football
and Video Volleyball)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 4:15 PM

Advert Lucky Dip: From Italy, Oct 1993: VIDEOMUSIC ad (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

«HERE IS THE NEW WORLD IN VIDEO MUSIC»

[ENGinALT]

An artistic advertisement promoting the new world of video music. The image features artistic elements and themes that evoke creativity and modern expression.
«HERE IS THE NEW WORLD IN VIDEO MUSIC

New emotions are born.
Hanging between the notes
of the music
images float,
new faces
speak.
A new rhythm
appears.
A kaleidoscope
of colors
and voices,
a new world.
It's Videomusic,
new to discover.»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 3:15 PM

From Finland, 1966: Tools and Garage and Car Accessories from Wiskadal Fabrik (+practical tool cabinet; auto-balance air cushion spring; tool box; »Nike» hydraulic jack; the rack »Luxury»; roof-baggage bag; electric windshield washer »Scason; circular saw set, and more) [ENGinALT]

Auto-balans Luftkuddefjäding «auto-balance air cushion spring»
Avgasförlängare »Explorer» «exhaust extension »Explorer»»
Bahco Skiftnycklar «bahco wrenches»
Bakmattor for Volkswagen 1200, 1300, 1500, 1600, samtlige modeller, Opel Kadett. «Rear mats for Volkswagen 1200, 1300, 1500, 1600, all models, Opel Kadett.»
Bakmattor for Volvo Amazon. «Rear mats for Volvo Amazon.»
Bakmattor for Volvo PV, Vauxhall Victor och Vx. . «Rear mats for Volvo PV, Vauxhall Victor and Vx. (Front mats for Opel Kadett).»
Bil-feja «Car duster»
Bilgarage Skydd Mot Regn - Snö Damm Sol «car garage protection against rain - snow dust sun»
Bilpelle «car bill»
Biltvättborsten »Hubex Jr». «car wash brush »Hubex Jr».»
Bilvax »Turtle Vax» «car wax »Turtle wax»»
Bogserlina «towline»
Cirkelsågsats «circular saw set»
Desivon Sårvårdslåda «Desivon Wound Care Kit»
Dinitrol 33 B «dinitrol 33 B»
El-vindrutespolaren »Scason «electric windshield washer »Scason»
Elastiska resårer för fasthållande av plädar och överdrag «Elastic springs for holding blankets and covers»
Frammattor for Ford Taunus 17 och 20, Ford Cortina. «Front mats for Ford Taunus 17 and 20, Ford Cortina.»
Frammattor for Volkswagen 1200, 1300 fran 1960. «Front mats for Volkswagen 1200, 1300 from 1960.»
Frammattor for Volkswagen 1500, 1600. «Front mats for Volkswagen 1500, 1600.»
Frammattor for Volvo Amazon, Ford Cortina, Vauxhall Victor och Vx. «Front mats for Volvo Amazon, Ford Cortina, Vauxhall Victor and Vx.»
Frammattor for Volvo PV. «Front mats for Volvo PV.»
Fälgkors «wheel wrench»
Glänser Bilshampo «shining car shampoo»
Gummi-pansarslang «rubber-armored hose»
Hylsnyckelsats «socket wrench set»
Kombinationstång «combination pliers»
Ledhylsnycklar «led socket wrenches»
Luftpump «air pump»
Make-up-spegel för bilen «Make-up mirror for the car»
Panorama-backspegel «Panorama rearview mirror»
Plastie Padding «plastic padding»
Polygon-nyckelsats «polygon wrench set»
Praktisk Bilkorg «practical car basket»
and more

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 12:15 PM

From America, 1911: Sewing Machines from Macy's (+Macy Model “B” Sewing Machine, with attachments and Macy Model “E” Sewing Machine, complete with attachments)

This catalogue page advertises two sewing machines: the Macy Model “E” and the Macy Model “B”. Both are described with their features and offered with accessories. The Macy Model E is cheaper than the Model B.

(+Macy Model “B” Sewing Machine, with attachments
and Macy Model “E” Sewing Machine, complete with attachments)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 11:15 AM

Advert Lucky Dip: From America, Oct 1948: Ritz Crackers ad from Nabisco (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Cheese)

«With Cheese nothing tastes as good as Ritz... but Ritz!»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 7:15 AM

From Finland, 1968: Car Accessories and Tools from Soumen Kassamerkki Oy (+Defa 500 W engine coolant heater; Nike car jack, lifting capacity 1.5 tons; Hobby-Sats blowtorch-soldering iron combination, liquid gas operated, and more) [ENGinALT]

3:n pisteen Loyds turvavyö. Varma ja turvallinen «3-point Loyds seat belt. Safe and secure»
Auto-Mop pölyharja, muovitaskussa «Auto-Mop duster, in a plastic pocket»
Autotyyny, nailonvelouria, vaahtomuovitäyte «Car pillow, nylon velour, foam filling»
Bahco 4" jakoavain «Bahco 4" adjustable wrench»
Bahco 6" jakoavain «Bahco 6" adjustable wrench»
Bahco 8" jakoavain «Bahco 8" adjustable wrench»
Bahco ristipääruuvitaltta «Bahco Phillips screwdriver»
Bahco ruuvitaltta, terä 4,3 × 100 mm «Bahco screwdriver, blade 4.3 × 100 mm»
Bahco ruuvitaltta, terä 9×175 mm «Bahco screwdriver, blade 9×175 mm»
Berg 51/2" sivuleikkurit «Berg 51/2" side cutters»
Berg 6" linjapihdit «Berg 6" lineman's pliers»
Defa 500 W moottorivedenlämmittäjä «Defa 500 W engine coolant heater»
Ensiaputyyny, sisältää täydelliset ensiapuvälineet «First aid pillow, contains complete first aid equipment»
Gränfors kirves, nahkainen teräsuojus «Gränfors ax, leather blade guard»
Hinausköysi, nailonpunosta, lukkolenkit molemmissa päissä, vetolujuus 1100 kg. «Tow rope, nylon braid, snap hooks on both ends, tensile strength 1100 kg»
Hobby-Sats puhalluslamppu-juotoskolviyhdistelmä, nestekaasukäyttöinen «Hobby-Sats blowtorch-soldering iron combination, liquid gas operated»
Jerrykannu, 10 litraa, terästä «Jerrycan, 10 liters, steel»
Jerrykannu, 20 litraa, terästä «Jerrycan, 20 liters, steel»
Katto- ja suksitelineyhdistelmä, leveyssäätö 105-135 cm «Roof and ski rack combination, width adjustment 105-135 cm»
Kotipakki työkalulaatikko «Home kit tool box»
Lapinleuku puukko ja tuppi «Lapinleuku knife and sheath»
Lenkkiavainsarja, 6 kpl:een peltilaatikossa «Open end wrench set, 6 pcs in a metal box»
Lion selkätuki, vaahtomuovitäyte «Lion back support, foam filling»
Lufkin mittanauha, 2 metriä «Lufkin measuring tape, 2 meters»
Martiini 6H puukko ja tuppi «Martiini 6H knife and sheath»
Mora 477 puukko ja tuppi «Mora 477 knife and sheath»
Nevala istuinsuojus, nailonkreppiä «Nevala seat cover, nylon crepe»
and more

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 6:15 AM

From America, 1955: Electronics and Hobbies from Johnson Smith's (+Modernair One-Tube Midget Pocket Radio; Cabinet Crystal Radio Set with Single Earphone; Cabinet Crystal Radio Set; Fixed Crystal Detector; Little Wonder Crystal Radio; and How to Build Radio Sets)

This catalog page features various crystal radio sets, including a one-tube midget pocket radio and cabinet crystal radios, along with accessories like fixed crystal detectors and a guide on building radio sets. These radios are advertised as being economical and easy to operate, highlighting their ability to receive broadcasts.

(+Cabinet Crystal Radio Set
Cabinet Crystal Radio Set with Single Earphone
Fixed Crystal Detector
How to Build Radio Sets
Little Wonder Crystal Radio
and Modernair One-Tube Midget Pocket Radio)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 5:15 AM

From Finland, 1993: Clothing from Miss Mary Oy Ab (+Sailor jacket; Sweater shirt; Sweater pants; Sweater shorts; T-shirt; Shirt; and Shorts) [ENGinALT]

This catalogue page features a range of American jogging-themed sportswear and a sailing jacket. The collection includes shirts, t-shirts, sweater shirts, sweater pants, sweater shorts, and a sailor jacket, all priced and displayed on models in various poses.

Paita «Shirt»
Purjehtijan takki «Sailor jacket»
Shortsit «Shorts»
Svetari-housut «Sweater pants»
Svetari-paita «Sweater shirt»
Svetarishortsit «Sweater shorts»
T-paita «T-shirt»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 10:15 PM

From America, 1925: Toys from Dent Toys (+Garden Set and Airport-Set)

This catalog page features two different iron toy sets from Dent Toys. The Airport-Set includes a Lucky Boy Aeroplane, a Zeppelin, and a wheelbarrow. The Garden Set includes garden tools like a wheelbarrow, shovel, pick, sledge, axe, rake, and hoe. The page provides descriptions and details of each set, including box sizes and shipping information.

(+Airport-Set
and Garden Set)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 9:15 PM

From Germany, 1968: Home Furnishings and Toys from Leipzig (+Variant 1 Best.-No. M 79066; Variant 2 Best.-No. M 79065; Variant 3 Best.-No. M 79066; Description Find No. 4 and 5 on Page 89; and Toys are excluded from exchange) [ENGinALT]

This catalog page features a selection of children's furniture and toys. The furniture includes "Teddy" Zimmer sets with beds, desks, cabinets, and a crib. The toys consist of various vehicles (tractors, trucks, cars), dolls, building blocks, and other play items. The page emphasizes the variety and design of children's products available.

Beschreibung Finde-Nr. 4 und 5 auf Seite 89 «Description Find No. 4 and 5 on Page 89»
Spielwaren sind vom Umtausch ausgeschlossen «Toys are excluded from exchange»
Variante 1 Best.-Nr. «Variant 1 Best.-No. M 79066»
Variante 2 Best.-Nr. «Variant 2 Best.-No. M 79065»
Variante 3 Best.-Nr. «Variant 3 Best.-No. M 79066»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 8:15 PM

From America, #Christmas 1982: Electronics and Sporting Goods from The Sharper Image

(+Courier Electronic Briefcase #SB967; Liberty 5" Color TV #LI827; Muraphone #MU611; Sanyo Flashlight #SA424; Rechargeable Razor #SA425; In-Door Gym #MK977; Puma Knife 5" blade GT840, and more)

This catalogue page features a variety of products, including electronic gadgets such as a cordless phone, a color TV, a rechargeable flashlight, an electronic briefcase, and a rechargeable razor. Additionally, there are sporting goods and outdoor items such as the In-Door Gym and Puma knives.

(+Courier Electronic Briefcase #SB967
In-Door Gym #MK977
Liberty 5" Color TV #LI827
Muraphone #MU611
Puma Knife 3" blade GT988
Puma Knife 414" blade GT987
Puma Knife 5" blade GT840
Rechargeable Razor #SA425
and Sanyo Flashlight #SA424)

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 7:16 PM

From France, 1978: Sports & Outdoors and Fashion from La Redoute (+Special club 10 speeds; The pétanque case; Skate-board training; Skate-board initiation; Titan Hunter tennis racket; Portico 4 equipment, high. 2 m; Portico 3 equipment, high. 2 m; Lot of 4 sealing pads, and more) [ENGinALT]

This catalogue page features a variety of sports and outdoor equipment, including bicycles, skateboards, tennis rackets, roller skates, and football gear. Additionally, there is a selection of outdoor playground equipment. The products are targeted towards children and adults interested in sports and recreational activities.

Casque «Helmet»
Coudières «Elbow pads»
Genouillères «Knee pads»
La mallette de pétanque «The pétanque case»
Lot de 4 pattes de scellement «Lot of 4 sealing pads»
Patins à roulettes «Rollerskates»
Portique 3 agrès, haut. 2 m «Portico 3 equipment, high. 2 m»
Portique 4 agrès, haut. 2 m «Portico 4 equipment, high. 2 m»
Raquette tennis Titan Hunter «Titan Hunter tennis racket»
Skate-board compétition «Skate-board competition»
Skate-board entrainement «Skate-board training»
Skate-board initiation «Skate-board initiation»
Spécial club 10 vitesses «Special club 10 speeds»
Tenue de football «Football outfit»
Vélo pour futur champion. «Bike for future champion.»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 4:15 PM

Advert Lucky Dip: From America, Oct 1956: Ann Page Beans ad from A&P (Ann Page) (more at @OldInPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Elbow Macaroni; Tomato Ketchup; Spaghetti; Preserves; Mayonnaise; Tomato Soup; Sparkle Gelatin; Peanut Butter; Spices; and Extracts)

«Fine Foods Needn't Be Expensive»

@oldincatalogues.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 3:15 PM

From America, 1997: Toys and Video Games from Toys R Us (+Virtual Boy Mario Tennis Pak; 24" Jumbo 101 Dalmatians Plush; Fantastic Fingernails; Dolly Maker Boutique; Dizzy Dryer; Panic Bomber; Red Alarm; Wario Land; Teleroboxer; and Golf)

This catalogue page advertises toys and video games. Highlights include the Virtual Boy Mario Tennis Pak, a Jumbo Dalmatians Plush, Fantastic Fingernails, Dolly Maker Boutique, Dizzy Dryer, and a selection of Virtual Boy games, all offered at special deal prices.

(+24" Jumbo 101 Dalmatians Plush
Dizzy Dryer
Dolly Maker Boutique
Fantastic Fingernails
Golf
Panic Bomber
Red Alarm
Teleroboxer
Virtual Boy Mario Tennis Pak
and Wario Land)

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