Technofix - 287 - Wind-up tin toy - 1950-1959 - Germany
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Technofix 287 is a tin West German clockwork bulldozer toy from the late 1950s, circa 1957, about 19–20 cm long, in near mint condition, with a tested and working mechanism and no original packaging.
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Technofix 287 - Tin Bulldozer - West Germany - circa 1957 - Near Mint & Working!
For auction: an iconic piece of West German toy history in an exceptionally beautiful collector's condition. This tin bulldozer (produced by Gebrüder Einfalt under the brand name Technofix) is an absolute eye-catcher for collectors.
• Brand & Model: Technofix (Gebrüder Einfalt) – Model 287
• Country of origin: West Germany (US Zone / West Germany)
• Production period: Late 1950s (circa 1957) first series produced!
• Dimensions: Length approx. 19-20 cm
• Mechanism: Powerful clockwork motor (wind-up mechanism) with a fixed key on the underside. Fully tested and 100% smoothly working! When driving back and forth the front bulldozer blade moves mechanically up and down.
Condition of the object:
• Visual: Near mint / exceptionally beautiful. The original lithography is beautifully color-rich and has a wonderful gloss. The number '287' and the brand logo are perfectly visible. There is no sign of the usual heavy paint damage or scratches.
• Age patina: On the right side there is a very light, natural discoloration of the paint due to age. This gives the object a lovely and authentic character.
• Completeness: Fully original and complete, including the original tin driver and the yellow-black striped lever at the front. The wheels and underside are notably clean and rust-free.
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Ships well packed and with Track & Trace.
Technofix 287 - Tin Bulldozer - West Germany - circa 1957 - Near Mint & Working!
For auction: an iconic piece of West German toy history in an exceptionally beautiful collector's condition. This tin bulldozer (produced by Gebrüder Einfalt under the brand name Technofix) is an absolute eye-catcher for collectors.
• Brand & Model: Technofix (Gebrüder Einfalt) – Model 287
• Country of origin: West Germany (US Zone / West Germany)
• Production period: Late 1950s (circa 1957) first series produced!
• Dimensions: Length approx. 19-20 cm
• Mechanism: Powerful clockwork motor (wind-up mechanism) with a fixed key on the underside. Fully tested and 100% smoothly working! When driving back and forth the front bulldozer blade moves mechanically up and down.
Condition of the object:
• Visual: Near mint / exceptionally beautiful. The original lithography is beautifully color-rich and has a wonderful gloss. The number '287' and the brand logo are perfectly visible. There is no sign of the usual heavy paint damage or scratches.
• Age patina: On the right side there is a very light, natural discoloration of the paint due to age. This gives the object a lovely and authentic character.
• Completeness: Fully original and complete, including the original tin driver and the yellow-black striped lever at the front. The wheels and underside are notably clean and rust-free.
See photos for assessment!!
Ships well packed and with Track & Trace.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Brand
Technofix
Model/name
287
Period
1950-1959
Country of origin
Germany
Physical condition
Mint
Packaging
Without original box
Material
Tin
Functional condition
Tested and working
