Embarked on its colorful journey in the year 1918, Weduwe J. Bekkers & Zoon began from humble beginnings under the leadership of Weduwe J. Bekkers in Dordrecht, Netherlands. Bekkers, originally a widow who took over her husband’s tin workshop, together with her son, shaped it into a flourishing toy enterprise. The brand, later known as "Bekkers Toj," was widely recognized for their popular tin toy designs, including their notable toy trains and planes, which charmed customers worldwide. Their toys were exported all over the world, spotting a mark of excellence synonymous with Netherlands's toy industry. The brand would thrive through decades becoming a mainstay in nostalgia and memories of countless childhoods.