Mettoy

Mettoy

Founding Year: 1933
Final Year: 1983
Countries: England
Location(s):
Northampton, England ()
Founder(s):
Philip Ullmann
Arthur Katz

Description

Last Update: 2024-06-26 14:57:09

Mettoy is a renowned toy brand, known for its delightful array of play things that span a multitude of genres and categories. Their products are especially cherished for their quality craftsmanship, and iconic characters. The brand is most famous for its magnificent miniature models that have brought joy to children worldwide, not to mention the glittering eyes of countless collectors.

With a fascinating and storied history, Mettoy came to life in the heart of Northampton, England circa. 1933. It was founded by the ingenious duo, Philip Ullmann and Arthur Katz. The brand has successfully catered to the entertainment needs of children for many years. One of the interesting facts about Mettoy is that the brand name is a diminutive version of 'Metropolitan Toys'. They ventured into an array of products beyond toys, including office supplies and stationery during the early years. However, Mettoy truly began to innovate and leave a mark when they introduced die-cast toys, marking a golden epoch of general celebration in the toy industry. The most iconic series by Mettoy, and arguably the one which laid the foundation for the brand's wild popularity, is the Corgi Toys. These detailed model vehicles made their debut in 1956 and soon gained immense popularity, placing Mettoy on the global map of toy brands.

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