#47 • Nomura Tin Fire Dept Ladder Truck w/Flag Man

Part of White Gallery - Vintage & Collectible Toys - Part 1 (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $46.00

Status: Sold

Lithographed tin fire department engine ladder truck with driver, flag man waving flag and fireman standing on the rear. Ladder raises and extends. Firefighter's helmets have actual brims not just printed to look brimmed. Marked TN in a diamond and "Made in Japan." Bell rings as it rolls. It is a friction vehicle but does not "wind up" yet it can be rolled by hand. It has some wear from age and use. Ladder is unpainted and has surface rust. It is in overall good vintage condition and measures 3 1/8"H x 8"L x 3"W. KS