| Classic Miniature Vehicles: Made in Italy Contributor(s): Force, Edward (Author) |
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ISBN: 0887404332 ISBN-13: 9780887404337 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 1997 Annotation: America's foremost authority on miniature vehicles turns to Italy, where die cast miniature vehicles began to be manufactured after the end of World War II. Cars from Mercury, Lima, Nigam, PM, Ra-Ro, Rivarossi, Safar, SVP and other Italian companies are presented in color with informative vital facts about the cars detailed in an easy-to-use format. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Engineering (general) - Crafts & Hobbies - Antiques & Collectibles |
| Dewey: 629 |
| LCCN: 92060636 |
| Physical Information: 0.83" H x 5.89" W x 9.03" (1.10 lbs) 256 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Here, at last, is a long-awaited volume for collectors of miniature vehicles. After a span of several years, noted authority Edward Force turns his eye toward the vehicles produced in northern Europe from the early to mid-20th century. From Scandinavia the toys include the classic Tekno brand, as well as Vilmer and several smaller brands such as Bapro and Lemeco. Also included are a series of plastic models once offered by Lego. From Belgium, there are vehicles from the Gusquy-Septoy firm and the short-lived Sablon brand. Holland is represented by Lion Toys and the Best Box-Efsi-Oto-Holland line. Finally, the book contains the German Siku line. In all, hundreds of examples are shown in full color, plus the encyclopedic gathering of information that collectors have come to expect from Dr. Force. Values are provided for each model shown. This new volume will satisfy the pent-up demand for a new volume on miniature vehicles and will be a welcome addition to the collector's library. |
Contributor Bio(s): Force, Edward: - Edward Force is a recognized authority on miniature vehicles from around the world and the author of numerous books on the subject. He resides in Connecticut. |