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Vintage 1970s Large Orange Tonka Crane in Pressed Steel and Plastic

Jon Nix — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:23:22 +0000

Another classic design and an iconic brand, Tonka. This is a large orange Tonka crane in pressed steel and plastic and it's in good condition considering its age and use. There is some wear to the original paintwork, particularly around the front corners and top of the cab and the stickers are present but a little worn on the cab on both sides. It's a good example of the type, though, and this one has the slightly blue tinted plastics in the screen and lights at the front which is a little unusual - more commonly this plastic is clear (see our yellow version of the same model for comparison). This one also comes with its original string and hook, which is always a nice bonus for this kind of toy where they often go missing.

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Vintage Tonka Pressed Steel Pepsi-Cola Delivery Truck with Original Crates

Jon Nix — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:07:53 +0000

A relatively uncommon Tonka "Pepsi-Cola" delivery truck which is made all the more desirable because it still retains most of its stickers and also, crucially, retains its plastic bottle crates which sit in the rear of the truck. Measuring approximately 20cm long, the truck is in very good condition for its age and use, with not too many dings or scrapes to the painted metal body parts and perhaps the only defect being some peeling of the stickers on the crates. It's unusual to find one in this kind of condition with the crates still present, and it's a good display piece, whether for the Tonka collector or indeed the collector of Pepsi-related items.

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Vintage 1970s Large Yellow Tonka Crane in Pressed Steel and Plastic

Jon Nix — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 21:01:04 +0000

Another classic design and an iconic brand, Tonka. This is a large yellow Tonka crane in pressed steel and plastic and it's in great condition considering its age and use. There's barely a mark to the paintwork (original, by the way) and stickers are intact on the cab on both sides. A very clean example and these are hard to come by now. There are some things to note - it's missing its string and hook but that could be easily remedied depending on what the ultimate use of the crane is going to be. We had envisaged it perhaps being turned into a lamp base for a man-cave, but we'll now leave that up to the next guardian to determine. We will include a length of suitable cord and a Meccano hook (not the original Tonka one, but very similar) should that be the buyer's choice - just let us know :)

It's also very very slightly awry at the front where the left headlight should sit inside the grille section. It's barely noticeable, but it deserves to be pointed out. These minor defects aside, this is an incredibly well-presented survivor and a great example of the type.

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Boxed Copal 705L 24-hour Flip Clock with Luminous Digits

Jon Nix — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 16:15:07 +0000

A boxed Copal 705L 24-hour Flip Clock with Luminous Digits in original box with instructions. The box indicates it is the bronze colour, but in reality this is the steely grey tone version. The body of the flip clock is of aluminium construction with plastic fittings and buttons, presenting a bold shape with contrasting black display section which houses the fluorescent digits. This is an uncommon and stylish flip clock in very good condition and fully working (220-240V power supply required - and currently wired to a European two-pin style plug).

Shows extremely minor signs of age and use and the box and instructions are in very good condition.

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1970s Pressed Steel Green Tonka Pickup Truck Toy

Jon Nix — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 17:05:23 +0000

A 1970s Tonka Toys green pickup truck in pressed steel with plastic detailing. Although missing its original "Tonka" stickers and with some signs of use and age (surface scratches and wear and slight discoloration to the clear plastics), this remains a good display piece in good condition. It's certainly a cheerful colour and would suit someone with an interest in Tonka toys and Americana, or someone nostalgic for past childhood.

The truck measures approximately 18cm (7 in.) long, 7cm (2¾ in.) wide and 7.5 cm (3 in.) high.

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Large Stainless Steel Firth “Staybrite” Photo Frame 11in. x 14in.

Jon Nix — Mon, 18 Jun 2018 18:38:15 +0000

A minimalistic but rather elegant large stainless steel photograph frame made by Firth under the "StayBrite" brand. The frame is in good condition and will house a photograph of 11 inches by 14 inches. It has a wooden backing with stand and fixtures for either horizontal or vertical hanging.

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Lundtofte Stainless Steel Flute or Cone Vase

Jon Nix — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 22:44:00 +0000

Very elegant. Very minimal. Very stainless steel. It has to be Danish.

And, indeed it is. This very stylish vase is made in Denmark by Lundtofte, and it's about as minimalistic as it's possible to be. It's lightweight and about 14cm (5½ in) in height and is strikingly made in stainless steel in a kind of trumpet or cone or flute shape. Being Danish and of a certain era (most likely early 1970s) it is most certainly eye-catching.

The maker's label is present on the underside of the base and it's in good condition, barring a superficial scratches which are to be expected.

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Vintage “Monitor” Blow Torch No. 26

Jon Nix — Sat, 02 Sep 2017 19:27:05 +0000

A very nice example of a "Monitor" No.26 brand blow lamp / blow torch in mixed metal with a main brass cylinder which was made in Britain and most likely dates from the 1950s. The lamp has been sensitively cleaned to make the most of the patina and different metal colouring without diminishing its attractive ageing (see the photos!). There are the natural signs of use: scratches, dents, etc., which we think add to its appeal (see the photos!) but it's complete and in good shape. We think it would be a welcome addition to a collection or to decorate a masculine space such as a "man-cave" and we couldn't call ourselves a bona fide antiques/collectables seller unless we had one.

Measures approximately 7.5 x 9.5 inches at its widest with the main body measuring 3,5 inches in diameter and 4 inches in height.

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