Product Categories
Here is a partial list of our products. See much more when you stop by!
Select a category to learn more
KNIVES
Part of buying the perfect knife is knowing how it feels in your hand, and you can't get that experience online. Come on in if you want to see - and hold - almost every kind of knife you can imagine, from small folders to large fixed blades, for all kinds of users and collectors. And they're not just for the guys - we have a variety that the ladies will love. Whether you're shopping for yourself or for a gift, you'll find what you want here in the massive display case built by store owner Pete Moake. If you want your knife to look good, no problem - some of these are beautiful.
TIN
This is vintage rustic tin sold by the sheet. Much of it is straight to you from an authentic 100+ years old barn.
WOOD ART
With her creative eye and skilled hands, a local artist will bring to life a design of your choosing by burning it on a piece of natural wood from our selection here at our store, or on a special piece that you provide. Some of her completed projects are also available for purchase in our store. You'll be proud to display these in your home or office, or give them as gifts for birthdays, weddings, graduations, Mothers/Fathers day, baby showers, etc.
NEW MERCHANDISE
These are brand new items, straight from our suppliers.
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Camp lanterns, flashlights, glow sticks in various colors, even long-lasting rechargeable glow sticks
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Nylon wallets - regular size & large trucker wallets with chains
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American flags - 2' x 3' and 3' x 5'
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Bear traps for your wall (yes, they're the real thing!)
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Blaze orange wear
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Canvas wall art - beautiful outdoor/wildlife scenes accented by lighted sunsets, campfires, etc.
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Patriotic bling caps - celebrate America in eye-catching style
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Sturdy, smooth-running metal fidget spinners that you can't find anywhere else
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1st Quality shirts - these are not rejects, returns, or damaged. Men's shirts include plain Ts with long & short sleeves; short sleeve button front Ts; thin blue line and vintage army emblem Ts with short sleeves. Ladies' shirts include short sleeve plain Ts, 3/4 sleeve V necks sport style, and soft fashion tops. In youth and children's sizes we have plain Ts, both long and short sleeves
VINTAGE / COLLECTIBLES / MEMORABILIA / ANTIQUES
Here at the Trading Post, our unique variety makes shopping fun. In addition to the categories above, we also have a selection of items you would describe as collectibles, memorabilia, vintage, or antiques. Just pick your favorite word - we have some of them all. Antiques are not our specialty, but some of our items ARE antiques. Here is some of what you can choose from when you are ready to buy:
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Savings stamp books (Top Value, S&H Green, Eagle)
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Magazines & magazine collections
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Books on military & the World Wars
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Movie posters, music books, LPs, cassettes, & 8 tracks
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Draft horse harness & gear
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Gas & oil cans
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Carnival glass & depression glass
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Post cards from England, other types of souvenirs
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Candy boxes, collector plates, ashtrays
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Oil lamps
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Bottles - soda & Avon
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Toys
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Southern Illinois University year book set for 1945-48
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Local Southern Illinois memorabilia in the form of news articles and letters from elected officials
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Décor collections - oriental, native American, African
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Collectible items - Betty Boop, Harley, Elvis, M & M, McDonalds, Coca Cola, John Wayne, Charles & Diana, Dale Earnhardt, Cardinals, Cubs
(Disclaimer: Any brands or trademarks named in our product lists are for descriptive purposes only. We are not distributors for these companies or affiliated with them.)
THRIFT & SECOND HAND
If you like thrift shops, second hand stores, flea markets,"junk" shops, etc. you'll LOVE the Trading Post. Here is some of what you'll find:
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Books & cookbooks
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Golf clubs, bags, & balls
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Water skis & ropes
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Misc. camping & hunting
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Misc. hardware, chains, tools, toolboxes
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Auto accessories
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Fire hoses
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Framed wall art, oil lamps
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Inspirational, holiday, & seasonal
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Kids' books, videos, toys
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Ceramic bird baths, other lawn & garden items
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Décor collections - African, oriental, native American, Latino, southwestern
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Misc. housewares - lamps, dishes, glasses (individual & sets), cookie jars
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Clothing, jewelry, furniture
