Popular Mechanics Magazine Run – July to December 1959 (6 Consecutive Issues)
$50.00
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A Half‑Year Window into the Space Age
Race‑to‑the‑Moon headlines, fins‑and‑chrome car previews, and DIY plans for backyard hovercrafts—1959 was peak Popular Mechanics. This six‑issue run (July through December) captures it month‑by‑month. Flip through for hands‑on projects, atomic‑era ads, and Cold‑War tech optimism you can almost hear humming.
Own a complete half-year run of six consecutive issues from Popular Mechanics Magazine, covering the exciting space race with in-depth articles on Moon shots, early satellites, and expert predictions for the future. The period advertisements also provide a glimpse into the design trends of the time with full-color cigarette brands, stylish automobiles, and useful mail-order gadgets.
This collection includes DIY blueprints for a record-holding model plane, a houseboat, and backyard workshop upgrades to inspire your projects. With matching spines dated July to December 1959, this set will make a sharp and informative addition to your coffee table display.
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | Popular Mechanics |
| Issues Included | July, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec 1959 |
| Pages per Issue | 210‑240 (varies) |
| Dimensions | 8 × 11 in (approx.) |
| Condition | Good used—spine & cover wear, small edge tears, pages complete and legible; no missing ads or centerfold plans. |
| Shipping Weight | ~3 lb (set) |
Ready to time‑travel to 1959? Add to Cart and dive into six months of atomic‑age ingenuity.
Disclaimer: Vintage magazines show age: spine flaking, edge wear, and faint page toning. Photos show representative wear—ask for more if needed.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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