Winding Down
There is something magical about clockwork toys. The engineering is superb. Here are two of my tinplate windup toys. Both are about 17 inches long and are built for speed. I have featured Lionels Tinplate No 1-44 Toy boat. The 1 prefix denotes that this model is a...
Take me to your Leader
As the city’s residents went about their daily lives, the tin toy space rocket stood tall in the park, an emblem of a bygone era. The juxtaposition of this vintage toy against the unknown person or people in the window and the Bumblebee are the central...
The Captain
I have featured Schucos amazing Nautico electric motor yacht is this painting titled “The Captain”. This model is made of sheet metal and plastic. Coloured in white, blue and maroon, with a compass in the front deck so you know where you’re going. I...
First Slip
Backyard cricket First slip or leg slip? are you a righty or a lefty? Backyard cricket and BBQs it’s a summer thing. Chances are most kids have played the game in one form or another during their lives. The great thing was you really didn’t need much in...
Karman
The iconic Volkswagen Karmann Ghia recreated in the 70s the “Sedan” MF-743 VW Vintage Tin Toy Friction toy car. Made in China of tinplate and plastic, this 20 cm toy is a lovely example of toymakers capturing the essence of the model while not getting lost...Gift Vouchers
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