Form number reference — Form Numbers (i.e. H-XXXX)

1941

25-41

Samson 2-Suiter Packing Instructions/Guide

3 pages

1948

483

Samsonite Initialgrams (Inner Instruction/Ad Sheet)

1 page

1949

595

Samsonite Luggage Brochure "Strong Enough to Stand On"

Dated via image on front and approximation via form number, a magazine ad appears in 1949 using that image. Possibly 1950.

5 pages

1951

767

How to Pack Your Samsonite Two-Suiter Guide/Instructions

3 pages

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944

Samsonite Luggage "America's Most Famous Traveler!" Brochure

4 pages

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950C

How to Pack Your Streamlite Samsonite Two-Suiter Instructions

'C' possibly implies a revision to reflect a newer line, as both the Alligator finish and the Hang-It-All released far after 950 was first prepared. Thus, it is possible that for each revision a letter was assigned rather than redesigning the pamphlet: 'A', 'B', 'C', etc.

3 pages

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984

Samsonite Card Table Tag

1 page

1956

1189

How to Pack Your Samsonite Ladies' Hang-It-All Instructions

The Hang-It-All was new for 1956.

3 pages

1956

1214

Samsonite Streamlite Luggage Brochure

Sometimes found with "Denver 9, Colorado" handwritten on the cover.

4 pages

1956

1224

How to Pack Your Streamlite Samsonite Ladies' Wardrobe Instructions

3 pages

1956

1239

1956 Samsonite Classroom Furniture Catalog

16 pages

1956

1300

1956 Samsonite Classroom Furniture Catalog (Abridged)

A much shorter version of the larger 1956 catalog.

4 pages

1958

1500

1958 Samsonite Classroom Furniture Catalog

An insert from The American School and University (1957 - 1958): Vol 2

11 pages

1965

1519R

Samsonite 1965 Dealer Order Form

This order form shows both 1961-65 sets as well as 1965+ sets as well as rarer listings such as the 750/7100. These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1960

B1778

Samsonite Horizon 3-Suiter Packing Instructions

3 pages

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B-1847

Samsonite Silhouette Packing Guide

Form number format is newer as this one was updated to say "Samsonite Corporation" instead of "Shwayder Bros. Inc."

7 pages

1961

V1867

1961 Brochure (No Patents)

All 1961 releases omit patent text. The 1961 pamphlet was subsequently updated in 1962, though likely continued distribution beyond 1961 until stock ran out.

3 pages

1961

V1867

1961 Brochure (Canadian)

All Canadian materials reused US form numbers.

3 pages

1962

V1867

1962 Brochure (Patents)

Used in primarily supplemental packs starting at some point in 1962-63.

4 pages

1961

V1869

1961 Instructions

Included in most Samsonite sets from 1961-1963.

4 pages

1961

H-1880

Idea Book (1961)

Included with the 717 and 725 sets from 1961 to about 1963, replaced by K-2085 in 1964.

9 pages

1961

H-1880

1961 Idea Book (Canadian) [PARTIAL]

I only have a few pages, but it looks to be about the same as H-1880.

4 pages

1961

B-1884

Samsonite Silhouette Western Airlines Packing Guide

7 pages

1961

F-1886

Lighting Kit 245 Supplement Instructions

The reverse side is blank.

1 page

1963

H-1931

1963 Brochure (Without 605/905)

This was likely produced in 1963 to replace V1867 in normal sets. Even though it omits the 605/905 sets, this has been found in them. I found this one in a 1905 Doll Set Canister.

3 pages

1963

H-1931A

1963 Brochure (With 605/905)

Produced in 1963-64. Replaced H-1931 to add the 605 and 905 sets. This one also combines H-1931 and the V1869 instructions rather than printing two separate pamphlets.

3 pages

1963

H-1935

400 Wheel Supplementary Box Ad/Pamphlet

Found in various sets to advertise the 400 set starting in 1963 and into at least 1964.

2 pages

1963

H-1953

905 Doll Set Instructions

4 pages

1963

H-1954

605 Wheel Toy Instructions

4 pages

1963

B1955R

Samsonite Silhouette "Now That You're Travelling as Two" Guide/Instructions

This book began distribution sometime in 1963 into 1969, this is the revised version to update Shwayder Bros. Inc to Samsonite Corp.

8 pages

1963

C-1965

SNAP – The Fun Book For Lego Club Members

Scans courtesy of BrickTrains.

24 pages

1963

H-1996

7100 Large Educational Set Pamphlet

6 pages

1964

H-2083

610 Super Wheel Toy Instructions

4 pages

1964

K-2085R

1964 Idea Book (Revised)

While the original version dates to 1964, it's unclear if this was a revision within 1964 or in early 1965. This Idea Book has appeared in new-for-1965 sets.

9 pages

1965

H-2156

001 Gears Instructions (With 002 Motor Pak)

Version that explicitly names the 002 Motor Pak. This is the first version and seems to have appeared alongside the slightly later H-2169 from 1965-1968.

3 pages

1965

H-2157

002 Motor Pak Instructions (Canadian)

3 pages

1965

H-2168

002 Motor Pak Instructions (With Tray Phrases)

4 pages

1965

H-2169

Gears Instructions (With Tray Phrases)

A slightly different version of H-2156, possibly originally intended for the Sears exclusive 001. It is fairly common, however, implying a wider distribution beyond 1965.

2 pages

1965

H-2170

1965 "Building Toy" Sets Brochure

Advertises 1965 assortment alongside original 1961-65 supplements supplements. This was replaced in 1966 with the K-2202 Idea Book.

4 pages

1965

B-2179A

"A Talent For Travel" Samsonite Luggage Brochure

12 pages

1965

B-2181

1965 Dealer Catalog

Identified 1965 due to form number and prototype boxes. These scans originate from brickfetish.

4 pages

1965

T-2183

1965 Dealer Catalog (911 Counter Display)

1 page

1965

B-2187

Idea Card (System)

Likely produced for promotional use from 1965-1968, belonging to the infamous 093 93-piece set. Notice the use of 'System' instead of the proper 'Building Toy' for 1965

2 pages

1966

T-2201R

Supplemental Packs/Rack (Dealer Catalog)

Tagged as 1966, but this is a revision from sometime between 1966-1968. These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1966

K-2202

1966 Idea Book (Early Version)

Rare early version similar to the 1961-65 idea books. It was likely replaced within the same year to cut costs, as the following version is one sheet vs. four.

5 pages

1966

2210

1966 Dealer Catalog

4 pages

1967

2210R

1967 Dealer Catalog

The revision means the 1966 catalog was reused for the 1967 season.

4 pages

1966

H-2226

835 Advanced Builders Set Instructions

Important to note is that these instructions were used for both the 324-piece set (1966) and the 335-piece set (1967-70) before the 1971 introduction of the 835 Advanced Builders Set name/number designation.

2 pages

1966

H-2227

565 565-Piece Set Instructions

2 pages

1966

H-2228

301 Wheel Set Instructions

2 pages

1966

H-2235

1966 Oxydol Sampler Set Brochure

The original sampler pamphlet for Oxydol only in late 1966.

2 pages

1966

K-2236

1966 Idea Book (With Prices)

Short-lived idea book produced in 1966 to replace K-2202, it was replaced in 1967 when prices/age ranges were no longer being added on LEGO sets.

4 pages

1967

K-2236R

1967 Idea Book (Removed Prices/Age Range)

Dated in relation to later K-2236R and earlier K-2202 and K-2236, and given how common this idea book is in 1967 Model Makers (especially in general compared to K-2202 and K-2236), this revision must have been done in 1967.

4 pages

1968

K-2236R

1968 Idea Book (Removed 042 Pull Toy)

Later revision of K-2236R to remove the 042 Pull Toy for the 1968 season, which was available from 1965 to 1967. Interestingly, while the 042 has been removed, sets retired/replaced in 1968 (002, 003, etc.) are still present.

4 pages

1967

B-2258

321 School Set Instructions

Included with the 321 School Set.

4 pages

1967

B-2263

060 Jumbo Brick School Set Instructions

2 pages

1967

H-2270

Samsonite Outdoor Furniture 1967 Dealer Catalog

3 pages

1967

B2287

060 Jumbo Brick School Set Pamphlet

Prepared in the same season as the very similar instructions for the 060, I assume this single-page pamphlet was created for some promotional or advertising use.

1 page

1967

T-2296

1967 Model Makers (Dealer Catalog)

Insert advertising the 1967 line of Model Makers. These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1967

H-2300

502 LEGO Samsonite Deluxe Set With Case Pamphlet (Outside)

Commonly missing from used examples due to its poor durability.

1 page

1967

H-2301

502 LEGO Samsonite Deluxe Set With Case Pamphlet (Inside)

Seen on the inside of 502 Deluxe Sets.

1 page

1967

H-2303

317 Truck Instructions

2 pages

1967

H-2304

316 Farm Tractor Instructions

The instructions and some sources call this set "Farm Tractor", even though the box just says "Tractor".

2 pages

1967

H-2305

315 European Taxie Instructions

2 pages

1967

H-2306

319 Truck With Trailer

2 pages

1967

H-2307

320 Two-Engine Plane Instructions

2 pages

1967

H-2308

536 Designer Set Instructions (1967)

Used for 536 Designer Sets sold only in 1967, replaced in 1968 with the full-size color instructions for the 536.

2 pages

1967

H-2309

244 Explorer Set Instructions

Included in Sears mail-order 244 Explorer Sets.

2 pages

1967

B-2311

1967 LoveLand Toys Dealer Catalog Page

1 page

1967

H-2314

1967 Oxydol Sampler Set Brochure

Only available to Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Alabama and references a mail offer for a 319 Truck With Trailer. I had no idea this variant existed (and it has never been mentioned anywhere online) until I found one recently. It shipped from Kentucky.

2 pages

1967

2337R

113 Motorized Train Set Instructions (Revised)

This revised version uses a 6x24 plate for the train's roof. The revision could've taken place in 1968, or the original version was never used for the US market, which is very possible.

5 pages

1967

B-2347

Truck Promo Instructions

Originally was used for some promotional purpose, later appeared in the Treasure Chest from the 1968 Parade Promotion. These scans originate from brickfetish.

2 pages

1967

B-2349

Chevron Station Instructions

Included in 110 Chevron Station sets, seems to be a modified B-2187

2 pages

1968

H-2350

329 Antique Car Instructions

While deceptively prepared in very late 1967, the 329 appears in the 1968 dealer catalog advertised as 'new' and has no 1967 provenance.

3 pages

1968

H-2351

Gears Instructions (1968)

Form number places it at 1968. Not sure why it was updated.

2 pages

1968

T-2357

1968 LoveLand Carry Case Dealer Catalog Page

1 page

1968

H-2364

111 Starter Train Set Instructions

3 pages

1968

T-2365

310 Motorized Truck Set (Dealer Catalog)

These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1968

T-2366

1968 107/111 Sets (Dealer Catalog)

These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1968

H-2367

331 Dump Truck Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2368

332 Tow Truck Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2369

333 Delivery Truck Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2370

334 Semi-Trailer Truck Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2371

335 Transport Truck Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2372

340 Railroad Control Tower Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2373

341 Warehouse Instructions

3 pages

1968

H-2374

342 Railroad Station/Terminal Building Instructions

While the form number is missing, it can be assumed as its sister sets (340, 341) are in a sequence.

3 pages

1968

T-2375

1968 Model Makers (Dealer Catalog)

A dealer catalog insert showing all 1968 tabbed box Model Makers released in 1968. These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1968

H-2376

107 Reversible Power Unit Instructions

Other sets that included this motor used this instruction booklet as well.

3 pages

1968

H-2377

Samsonite Customaire Furniture Catalog

4 pages

1968

T-2389

1968 113 Train/Train Accessories (Dealer Catalog)

These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1968

T-2390

1968 Train Accessories & Model Makers (Dealer Catalog)

A rare appearance of all train accessories on the same document. These scans originate from brickfetish.

1 page

1968

H-2392

502 Deluxe Set Pamphlet

This was included in later 502 Deluxe Case Sets to replace the fragile front label. These scans originate from brickfetish.

2 pages

1968

H-2406

116 Deluxe Train Set Instructions

7 pages

1968

H-2414

Kraft Brochure (Late 1968)

2 pages

1968

H-2417

326 Suburban Set Instructions

Identifiable via the house model, which was unique to the 326 from Wards. See it in the 1968 Wards Christmas Catalog. The colorful box 326 may or may not have included these instructions.

2 pages