Lot 331:
Two Die-Cast Metal Corporate Brand Vehicles Including Snap-on Tow Truck Bank and First Gear Smith & Wesson Truck
Sold for: $15
Description
This lot features two collectible die-cast metal vehicles produced under corporate brand licensing, both including their original manufacturer packaging.
The first item is a Snap-on Tow Truck Bank manufactured by Crown Premiums in 1999. This is a 1/6 scale replica of a 1940 Gendron pedal car. The model features a red and silver-toned die-cast metal body with the Snap-on logo in black. Functional elements include a steering wheel, moving foot pedals, and a tow crane arm equipped with a chain and hook. The base is embossed with the number 9151, a crown logo, Crown Premiums, 1940 Gendron, and Made in China. A silver crown-motif key is mounted to the underside for access to the coin compartment. It includes the original themed box, marked with stock number SSX 2120.
The second item is a 1957 International R-190 with Dry Goods Van produced by First Gear, Inc. in 1994. This 1/34 scale die-cast truck features a blue and white livery licensed by Smith & Wesson. The sides of the cargo van are decorated with the slogan THE THOROUGHBRED OF THE HANDGUN WORLD SINCE 1852 and a revolver graphic. The cab doors feature the Smith & Wesson trademark logo. The box retains a Toy Collector Club of America sticker with stock number 18-1218.
1/6 Scale (Pedal Car Bank)
1/34 Scale (International Truck).
Condition report:
The Snap-on pedal car bank is in excellent condition with bright paint and intact decals. The original box shows moderate shelf wear with scuffing and whitening at the edges. The First Gear truck is in excellent condition with no apparent chips or flaws. Its box shows light shelf wear and minor foxing to the white cardboard surfaces.
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