1897 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalogue

The 1897 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalogue reproduction has become an indispensable tool in my quest to identify vintage treasures unearthed during metal detecting and bottle-digging adventures.This meticulously reproduced catalog takes you back in time to a world of goods, gadgets, and gear that are both fascinating and incredibly useful for collectors and enthusiasts. It's a snapshot of the past, and I can't express how valuable it has been in helping me to accurately date and identify various artifacts I've discovered.Whether you're a seasoned collector or just someone with an interest in history, this catalog is a goldmine of information. It covers a wide array of products, from tools and firearms to clothing and household items, and much more. The detailed descriptions, illustrations, and pricing are a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to learn more about items from the late 19th century.Not only is this catalog historically informative, but it's also a great conversation piece. I often find myself sharing interesting facts and stories about items featured in the catalog when discussing my finds with fellow enthusiasts.For anyone with a passion for vintage items, this reproduction is an absolute must-have. It's not just a book; it's a time machine that helps us connect with the past. I've found countless treasures, and it's all thanks to this invaluable resource.

When I was growing up, my grandmother had a reproduction of this catalog, and I loved marveling at the items & prices. Her copy was small, probably about 5x7 in. When I ordered this, I expected the same version. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived, it is a large copy. It is 8.5x11 in. and 1.5 in. thick. The paperback cover is color, glossy, & durable quality. The pages are black & white, decent quality thickness. This book is really interesting to look through. Sears really sold everything back then! This book would be great in any capacity...personal collection, gift, coffee table, classroom, bathroom, etc!Totally worth the price.

Purchased this catalogue for my wife to review as she works at a living history farm that operates the same as it was in the 1890's. This was a great resource for her to find what was available mail-order and prices. It sits out on our coffee table and everyone who sees it loves to browse it's pages and talk about what was sold back then. A great conversation piece and reference for a glimpse of life back in 1897!

I sit for long periods of time just wandering through this old Sears catalogue and wonder where our country went. It's nothing like it used to be. The prices were amazing too. You should get one of these. It's informative, fun and very sad at the same time. Because, you can't get the products any longer and especially at the prices listed. What a shame. What a wonderful catalogue for the pupil, for the older generation to remember the way things were, before we were stripped from being a nation to be proud of, and for the historian. There are others old Sears books or catalogues too. Their house catalogues are great! I have them. A whole house only cost a few hundred dollars. When you see today's prices compared to then you'll see that in the last 100 years something happened to America that isn't very good. Thieves and corrupt people, plus foreign invasion has taken a nation, the greatest country ever known to mankind, mind you, to total ruin. Ted Kennedy, one of the many devil's disciples, did the most damage to America by changing the American Immigration Policy back in 1965 and opened the flood gates to the Third World gushing into the land and bringing along with them their horrible politics and violent, cheating corruptive ways. Every American is now suffering it's aftermath and feeling it's "change' and will no longer be able to live the American dream, unless changed back to the way it was. These catalogues show you how things have changed.

I love looking at this and can't believe what Sears offered, and so cheaply. But the print is really small, I am in my sixties so have to use my "cheater" glasses. Other then that this is a great item and lots of fun to look at.

Enjoyed seeing things from the past so much that we gifted one to a family member

Its worth the money. You got a history lover, this is perfect. Bought it for my husband. He wants to buy more. Very interesting. Good conversation starter. Older people really like this. It reminds them of when they were kids.

I use this to expand available items and use a a price reference for my Deadlands Savage Worlds TTRPG campaign. It's really useful, also interesting seeing what life was like in the 1890s and depressing seeing how out of control inflation has become.