Original 1959 Thoresen, Inc. mail-order catalog, 585 Water St., New York 2, N.Y. Bold “SAVE up to 67% and more” cover with classic mid-century graphics. Dozens of pages of black-and-white ads with spot red, featuring gadgets, tools, household novelties, watches and jewelry, Genuine Korium hunting knives, pocketknives, radios/TV accessories, and period curios (see photos). Back matter includes bound-in order blank (partially torn) and postage imprint; old recipient label on back cover.
Format: softcover newsprint catalog, approx. 11 x 8 in.
Date/Imprint: ©1959, Printed in U.S.A., Thoresen, Inc., New York.
Visual Condition Report
Covers: surface rubs and creases; edge/corner wear; back cover has a jagged tear and small chip across the “SAVE” banner; mailing label and residue present (see photos).
Spine: rubbing with small splits at ends; still holding.
Interior: uniform age toning typical of newsprint; scattered small edge nicks; images and type remain strong; rear order form present but partly torn/chipped.
Completeness: appears complete; please review images for exact condition.
A vivid slice of late-1950s American retail culture—great for advertising, MCM decor, and ephemera collections.
 
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