Britains Ltd., Toy and Model Catalogue | January 1953 108th Edition
W. Britain Ltd., Essex | William Britain Jr.
(Book #ID 120589)
Published by W. Britain Ltd., Essex, 1953. 1953.
Publisher's original wire stitched orange card wrap covers (soft back). 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. British toy brand and former manufacturing company known for its die-cast scale models of agricultural machinery, and figurines. Founded by William Britain Jr who in 1893 invented the process of hollow casting in lead, and revolutionised the production of toy soldiers. The company quickly became the industry leader, and was imitated by many other companies, such as Hanks Bros. and John Hill and Co. The style and scale of Britain's figures became the industry standard for toy soldiers for many years. Contains (xvi), 74 pp + covers with numerous monochrome illustrations throughout, Soldiers Farm Series, Zoo Series, Noah's Ark, Gardening, Miscellaneous. Staples starting to weep and in Very Good bright condition, no dust wrapper as issued. Member of the P.B.F.A.
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