Gambles 1967 Thrifty Santas Shop at Gambles Catalog

Gambles 1967 Thrifty Santas Shop at Gambles Catalog Cover

Gambles (and in some areas Gamble-Aldens) would distribute small catalogs periodically throughout the year, at least in the late 60's. This 1967 "Thrifty Santas Shop at Gambles" contains an ad originally contributed by longtime MMM fan Ray Kolasa - I was finally able to obtain a copy, so here it is with the cover (in case any of you MMM completists are seeking a copy). The almost full-page MMM ad is shared with an inexpensive Battery Operated Laser RAY GUN for 99c (actually a kid's flashlight).

Gambles 1967 Thrifty Santas Shop at Gambles Catalog Page 9

This ad is significant as it's one of the more complete MMM offerings for 1967 - most ads from the time are very limited as the product line was so new.

Major Matt Mason SPACE STATION SET - Adapted from Official Space Program Designs

COMPLETE 23-1913...$13.88

Contains the Following:

• New SPACE STATION Multi-purpose control center has flashing radar beacon, 2 space platforms, 3-pc. chair, console.  
• Major MATT MASON He challenges the moon in a flexible space suit adapted from official design. Detachable helmet. 
• SPACE CRAWLER Crawls over anything, always lands on its feet! Acts as a winch to haul, hoist supplies. 8 legs. 
• SPACE SLED Moon-age transportation...blasts off with Matt Mason and jet propulsion pack. No cells needed. 
• JET PROPULSION PAK A galaxy gadget manually operated, no batteries. Mounts on space sled or on the astronaut's back.

Additional Matt Mason Space Age Explorer Sets. See Gambles Complete Line Today!

SPACE CRAWLER - mighty all-purpose vehicle has 8 rotating legs with curved power pads. Nothing stops it! Uses 2 "D" cells (not incl.) 23-1911...$5.95

SPACE CRAWLER SET includes Major Matt Mason, battery-powered Space Crawler, Space Sled, Jet Propulsion Pak and control column! 23-1912...$7.99

Major MATT MASON ROCKET SHIP CASE

Famed Gemini Capsule Design Colorful two-tier storage case resembles the famous Gemini capsule in design. 3-D vinyl construction with simulated control panel and activity area. Molded door and strap handle. 9"x4"x8" size. 23-1914...$3.68

Major MATT MASON flies with JET PROPULSION PAK and SPACE SLED
Complete Set

The 6" astronaut wears molded space suit, detachable helmet with movable visor. Travels on space sled and jet propulsion pak which are included! 23-1904 $2.38

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