Maker record
JPB Modele
JPB was the French model-making brand of Jean-Pierre Barré. It produced model kits, placing the brand within France’s scale-model and model-making field. Barré ended this activity in January 2004.
- Final year
- 2004
- Countries
- France
- Locations
- France
- Founders
- Jean-Pierre Barré
The story of JPB Modele
JPB Modele embarked on its toy manufacturing journey sometime in the late 20th century in France. What started as an endeavor to recreate the likeness of transport vehicles in a smaller form turned into following for model enthusiasts and collectors. The founders were inspired by the fact that our fascination with toys, especially miniature car models, doesn't fade away even as we grow into adults. Some interesting facts include that in the early days of the brand, models were handmade and its these early renditions that are most sought after by collectors nowadays. Over the years, the brand managed to carve out a niche for itself in the toy industry with its consistent innovation and design precision.

