December 13th & 14th 2014 Dolls, Toys and Pop Culture
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/13/2014
Circa 1950s. Lot includes a Daiya, Japan truck that features dimensional tin fireman that climbs ladder when crank at bottom is turned; missing rubber hose that connected to the nozzle and fed out from reel at rear (a simple fix using black elastic); light color fade on one side of truck, but much more to his helmet; colorful box has taped repairs inside and out, still displays nicely (NOTE: although the box shows an extending ladder, the toy never had one); a scarce and unusual fire truck. Also includes a Nomura, Japan truck with a spring-loaded latch in front bumper that raises ladder and dimensional tin fireman shoots up it; strong color with just minor scuffs; box shows some edge wear; a cool toy with great action.
Condition: (Very Good Plus - Excellent Plus).
Item Dimensions: Largest: 11 - 1/2"