I got these catalogs when I was a kid and they ignited my imagination in a way that Amazon, Temu, Alibaba, etc. cannot. There was organic and authentic enthusiasm for the possibilities and wonder in each item description.
If you're into this kind of stuff, it's worth checking out. Maybe we're a dying breed and can't keep this company afloat, or maybe there is some market for this stuff that social media can help the company reach.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/06/american-science-surplus-is-fighting-for-its-life-heres-why-you-should-care/
Spencer LaVere Smith
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