Ernst Plank Live Steam Locomotives – Antique Tinplate Models

Pair of live steam toy locomotives by Ernst Plank (Germany), circa 1880s. These early tinplate models showcase the beginnings of live steam engineering in toy manufacturing. Notably, the “Vulkan” example features wheels without flanges, indicating it wasn’t designed for tracks – a rare and intriguing design choice for floor operation....

EPL (Ernst Paul Lehmann) – “Tap Tap” the Porter

Produced by Lehmann (GERMANY), known for their inventive tin toys powered by clockwork mechanisms. This piece, numbered 560, features the iconic "Tap Tap" porter pulling a cart. The name refers to the tapping sound of the boots as he walks. Patent markings include “D.R. Patente”, “Engl. Patent”, and “PATD U.S.A....

Bullmark Tinplate Baragon Monster Toy Japan 1960s

This tinplate walking monster toy represents Baragon, a kaiju character from the Japanese Toho universe. Manufactured by Bullmark in the mid-1960s, it features bright lithographed detail, oversized ears, and a wired remote control unit. Bullmark was known for producing high-quality kaiju-related toys during Japan's postwar monster boom. This battery-operated Baragon...

SAKAI Hydroplane Speedboat with Johnson Outboard Engine

Speed records have always driven human innovation, also on water. In 1955, Donald Campbell set a new record by boat on Ullswater in the UK, sparking worldwide interest in hydroplanes. These boats relied on planing rather than buoyancy to reach higher speeds. Toy manufacturers followed with their own interpretations, like...

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