It Came From the Estate Sale

Mmmmm… Cologne with that Old Car Smell

February 25, 2023February 19, 2023

The cologne bottle is shaped like a Packard. Öland was an Avon scent for men launched in 1970, apparently smelling of tobacco and leather rather… Read More »Mmmmm… Cologne with that Old Car Smell

Iguana in incredibly ‘lifelike’ pose

February 24, 2023February 19, 2023

It’s like when you see medieval monks depicting a rhinoceros or a binturong or something. If it’s got 4 legs, make it look like a… Read More »Iguana in incredibly ‘lifelike’ pose

Cooky the Cucumber and Katie the Carrot

February 23, 2023February 19, 2023

Why stop at potatoes? Apparently Hasbro didn’t, although Cooky and Katie were news to me. Maybe they didn’t want to give the impression that Mr… Read More »Cooky the Cucumber and Katie the Carrot

Thriller Double Take – Alfonzo LP

February 22, 2023February 19, 2023

Glancing through the picture, I knew exactly what this was… and then I didn’t. Alfonzo’s self-titled album came out around the same time as Thriller,… Read More »Thriller Double Take – Alfonzo LP

No One OutPizzas the Hutt – Queen Amidala pizza box

February 21, 2023February 19, 2023

This sale had a roomful of Star Wars merch, but I focused on the real prize.Photo by True Legacy.

Happy Presidents’ Day – The Presidents of the United States (w/Touchdown Ike)

February 20, 2023February 19, 2023

This set of tiny plastic figures of the presidents is sure to provide kids with all sorts of historical fun. Who’s taller? Fillmore or Polk?… Read More »Happy Presidents’ Day – The Presidents of the United States (w/Touchdown Ike)