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Diecast K
O Models Evinrude Big Twin 35 Outboard Motor and Speedboat c.1950s
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About the Item
ABOUT
An original speedboat model with a vintage miniature Evinrude Big Twin 35 electric outboard motor model.
CREATOR K&O Models Inc., Japan. 1950-1954.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Die Cast Metal, Wood, Metal.
CONDITION Outboard Motor: Good condition: Dent on top. Missing one small screw. Have all the wiring. Boat: Good-Fair condition. Seating appears to be replaced. One is missing. Windshield plastic is broken on one side. Metal on windshield bent. Decals rubbed off.
DIMENSIONS Boat: H 3 in. W 15 in. D 6 in., Outboard Motor: H 4.5 in. W 2.5 in. D 1.5 in.
HISTORY
The first battery-powered motors produced to resemble classic outboards were made in the late 1940s and early 1950s by IMP (International Models, Inc.) of New York. They were not made to represent a specific brand but were very well made. Most were Japanese imports and included an adjustable steering setting to run a circle course. Many other firms copied the IMP design but construction and material quality often fell short.
The true climax of toy outboard design began in 1954 when a small toy importer in Van Nuys, CA called K&O, Inc. produced a scale model of the 25h.p. Evinrude Big Twin engine. Dealers loved the idea of displaying a toy replica of the real outboard motors. Produced from 1955-1957, the models were extremely accurate die cast metal versions of the original motors. Details like paint color, cowling shape and even propeller design were faithfully replicated.
- Dimensions:Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1955-1957
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: Toys SKU 1181stDibs: LU1280247659872
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