Set of 11 Vintage Mechanix Illustrated Magazines from 1961
Set of 11 Vintage Mechanix Illustrated Magazines from 1961
11 issues of Mechanix Illustrated magazine from the year 1961 (missing the March issue).This magazine was a competitor of Popular Mechanics and Popular Science, and covers many of the same general subjects. Black and white illustrations found throughout. Articles cover things like cars, diy projects, home improvement tips and projects, hunting, boating, the outdoors and more. The full color covers are a great representation of mid century automotive and technology. Has features on vintage cars like the International Scout, '62 Ford trucks and even a Duesenburg. Lots of DIY projects from a rocket toy to a bookshelf to a cabin cruiser boat and much more.
Vintage estate find, please see photos. Magazines may have dog ears or peeling cover spines but are very readable if handled with care. Pages have some yellowing but are not brittle. A neat look back at 1961 with lots of fascinating vintage articles and advertisements. Fun to read or display in the man cave or garage!