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Scorcher 6×6 from Tyco (1993)
Released in 1993 by Tyco, the Scorcher 6×6 R/C vehicle was a six-wheeled speedster with a bold design that captured the attention of kids and hobbyists alike.
Vintage Toys & Games
The Wonderful World of Penny Brite from Topper Toys (1964)
Dolls, Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Released in 1963 by Topper Toys, Penny Brite was presented as a more wholesome alternative to Mattel’s Barbie Doll.
Santa’s Special Delivery from Milton Bradley (1989)
Tabletop Games, Vintage Toys & Games
Released by Milton Bradley in 1989, Santa’s Special Delivery board game let children play Santa Claus as they hustled to deliver all their gifts and return home.
Xylophone Tune Train from Cragstan (1966)
Mashup a musical instrument with a fully functional mini train set, and you get Cragstan’s Xylophone Tune Train.
Fisher-Price Play Family A-Frame (1974)
In 1974, Fisher-Price released the Play Family A-Frame, an homage to mid-century modern architecture.
Dynamite Shack from Milton Bradley (1968)
Tabletop Games, Vintage Toys & Games
Released by Milton Bradley in 1968, Dynamite Shack tested players’ dexterity and nerves as bundles of dynamite were loaded into a shack that was destined to explode.
Zip Wing Rocket Glider from Lakeside (1965)
Released in 1965 by Lakeside, the Zip Wing Rocket Glider was an outdoor toy that combined aerodynamic elements of rockets, planes, and gliders.
Matchbox 1983… A New Beginning Catalogue
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
After being acquired by Universal Toys, 1983 kicked off a new era of ownership for the brand and a 30th-anniversary celebration.
