No. 105263913

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Horikawa  - おもちゃのロボット - Horikawa Attacking Martian, Boxed - 1960-1970 - Japan
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Horikawa - おもちゃのロボット - Horikawa Attacking Martian, Boxed - 1960-1970 - Japan

[ Master Piece, Toy C 9.0/10 ] Horikawa Attacking Martian, Toys, Vintage 1965-67, with original box, complete, working condition, made in Japan Please be sure to read and understand the following before purchasing. This is one of Horikawa's more desirable mid-1960s battery-operated robots. It carries the SH (Horikawa) export mark and features one of Horikawa's signature action mechanisms: Walking while swinging both arms. Stopping automatically. Double chest doors opening. Internal machine gun extending. Red flashing light. Machine-gun firing sound. Chest doors closing. Walking resumes and the sequence repeats. The elaborate action is one of the reasons collectors prize this model. Horikawa became well known for robots with complex multi-stage mechanisms such as opening chest panels and firing sequences. This artwork and mechanism belong to Horikawa's early "attacking robot" series before later TV-screen robots became dominant. Please check the images. Don't miss this opportunity! Condition observations Positives, Toy C 9.0/10; Fully working Walking smoothly Chest doors operate correctly Light works Machine-gun sound works Internal mechanism complete Bright original finish Original decals Battery compartment appears very clean with no significant corrosion Minimal play wear Complex mechanism No obvious restoration Positives, Box C 4.0/10; Original box Desirable Japanese artwork Heavy corner crushing Torn top Tape repairs Edge wear Missing cardboard sections Structurally weak Nevertheless, it is complete enough to identify the model, which still adds value. Overall grade: Good (C 7.0/10) Dimensions Approx. Toy/Box L11/12xW15/16XH28/30 cm Weight: Approximately Toy/Box 700/220 gr 1. Please check the condition of the item in the photos and consider bidding only if you are satisfied with the condition. If you have any doubts, any concerns or if it is difficult to judge based on the photos alone, if you overly particular please refrain from bidding. Please be sure to read and understand all information before purchasing. Please judge the condition of the item from the images. No claims or returns will be accepted due to the condition of the item. 2. These items have been stored as part of a collection for many years. While there may be some minor scratches or stains, item have been carefully stored and show little signs of use. As this is a vintage item, the item is generally marked as "Scratches and dirt”. You can see all visible scratches and stains in the photos. However, there may be some minor scratches that we have overlooked, scratches that are not visible in the photos, or parts that have been replaced or repaired by a previous owner. 3. All customs formalities and payments are under buyer responsibility after arrival to bidder's country. Any other costs or charges such as customs or import duties, customs clearance and handling may also apply during the shipment of your lot and will be charged to you by the involved party. By placing bid, you(bidder) confirm that you understood and accepted all the terms. Invoice will be attached on the package. Item will be shipped from JAPAN!!! So, you have to pay VAT and customs formalities... Happy Biddings!

No. 105263913

No longer available
Horikawa  - おもちゃのロボット - Horikawa Attacking Martian, Boxed - 1960-1970 - Japan

Horikawa - おもちゃのロボット - Horikawa Attacking Martian, Boxed - 1960-1970 - Japan

[ Master Piece, Toy C 9.0/10 ] Horikawa Attacking Martian, Toys, Vintage 1965-67, with original box, complete, working condition, made in Japan

Please be sure to read and understand the following before purchasing.
This is one of Horikawa's more desirable mid-1960s battery-operated robots. It carries the SH (Horikawa) export mark and features one of Horikawa's signature action mechanisms:

Walking while swinging both arms.
Stopping automatically.
Double chest doors opening.
Internal machine gun extending.
Red flashing light.
Machine-gun firing sound.
Chest doors closing.
Walking resumes and the sequence repeats.

The elaborate action is one of the reasons collectors prize this model. Horikawa became well known for robots with complex multi-stage mechanisms such as opening chest panels and firing sequences.
This artwork and mechanism belong to Horikawa's early "attacking robot" series before later TV-screen robots became dominant.
Please check the images.

Don't miss this opportunity!

Condition observations

Positives, Toy C 9.0/10;

Fully working
Walking smoothly
Chest doors operate correctly
Light works
Machine-gun sound works
Internal mechanism complete
Bright original finish
Original decals
Battery compartment appears very clean with no significant corrosion
Minimal play wear
Complex mechanism
No obvious restoration

Positives, Box C 4.0/10;

Original box
Desirable Japanese artwork
Heavy corner crushing
Torn top
Tape repairs
Edge wear
Missing cardboard sections
Structurally weak
Nevertheless, it is complete enough to identify the model, which still adds value.

Overall grade:
Good (C 7.0/10)

Dimensions Approx. Toy/Box L11/12xW15/16XH28/30 cm
Weight: Approximately Toy/Box 700/220 gr

1. Please check the condition of the item in the photos and consider bidding only if you are satisfied with the condition. If you have any doubts, any concerns or if it is difficult to judge based on the photos alone, if you overly particular please refrain from bidding. Please be sure to read and understand all information before purchasing. Please judge the condition of the item from the images. No claims or returns will be accepted due to the condition of the item.

2. These items have been stored as part of a collection for many years. While there may be some minor scratches or stains, item have been carefully stored and show little signs of use. As this is a vintage item, the item is generally marked as "Scratches and dirt”. You can see all visible scratches and stains in the photos. However, there may be some minor scratches that we have overlooked, scratches that are not visible in the photos, or parts that have been replaced or repaired by a previous owner.

3. All customs formalities and payments are under buyer responsibility after arrival to bidder's country. Any other costs or charges such as customs or import duties, customs clearance and handling may also apply during the shipment of your lot and will be charged to you by the involved party. By placing bid, you(bidder) confirm that you understood and accepted all the terms. Invoice will be attached on the package. Item will be shipped from JAPAN!!! So, you have to pay VAT and customs formalities...

Happy Biddings!

Bidding closed
Sean Devitt
Expert
Estimate € 600 - € 700

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