Setting the pace… Mattel Toys Catalogue (1986)

This 200-page Mattel catalogue from 1986 reflected the company’s continued diversification of its product offerings.

1000 Hours of Fun with Famous Parker Games Catalogue (1952)

This 1952 catalog showcases many of Parker Games’ popular hits, including Monopoly, Sorry, Clue, and others.

Tonka Toys 1958 …designed for Child Development Catalogue

This 1948 catalog followed the rebranding of Mound, Minnesota-based Mound Metalcraft to Tonka Toys Inc. – a shout-out to the company’s proximity to nearby Lake Minnetonka.

Erector and Gilbert Toys for ’58 Catalogue

A.C. Gilbert’s 1958 catalogue shows why the company was one of the world’s premiere producers of learning toys, many of which it called “scientific career-building toys”.

Hasbro ’69 Catalogue – New Products, New Directions, New Marketing, New Advertising, New Incentives (1969)

In 1969, Hasbro Industries Inc., celebrated its new name with a catalogue that touted a new direction, products, and growth opportunities for retailers carrying the brand.

Lowell Toy Mfg. Catalogue (1959)

In the 1950s and ‘60s, Lowell Toy Mfg. of Long Island City, New York was a prolific producer of board games.

Matchbox Catalogue (1972)

In 1972, Matchbox diecast vehicles had been available to fans and collectors for 19 years.

Mattel Toys – Movin’ with Mattel Catalogue (1976)

The 1976 Movin’ with Mattel catalogue reflected a company in transition.

Magnavox Odyssey 2 Catalogue (1980)

Magnavox’s 1980 catalogue for the Odyssey 2 showcased the library of available arcade, sports, and educational game cartridges for the console.

TSR Hobbies, Inc. Catalogue (1980)

TSR’s 1980 Gateway to Adventure catalog showcases the best of its D&D and other fantasy role-playing game options.

Monogram Catalogue (1981)

This 1981 catalogue presents Monogram’s entire line of model kits, including a mix of old favourites and new products.

Tyco – Precision Engineered HO Scale Model Electric Trains Catalogue (1959)

This catalogue from 1959 highlights the company’s “ready-to-run” HO Scale product line.