Speaking of cats & thrifts, while you're seeking that classic black panther TV lamp (we have two), also keep your eyes peeled for a chalkware cat figurine.
http://radiostratosphere.com/zsite/b...t-mystery.html
The intrinsic value of the cat figurine is zero, but I'd like one to set in the base of my Zenith 12-A-58 "Baby Strat," like everyone else who owns one.
Phil