Fascinating 1950s pressed steel toy crane by German manufacturer Gama, featuring a fully functional mechanical system.
This exceptional piece includes a rotating cab, working winder handle, jib lowering lever, and operational grab bucket with miniature chains.
The combination of pressed steel construction and orange plastic cab exemplifies the innovative toy design of post-war Germany.
All mechanisms remain in working order, ready for display or playful operation.
KEY DETAILS
Origin: Germany
Period: 1950s
Brand: Gama
Material: Pressed steel with plastic cab
Mechanism: Fully functional (winder, jib lever, cab rotation, grab bucket)
Condition: Good
Dimensions (approx.): – Cab + base to rear knob length: 16.5 cm (6.50 in) – Horizontal jib to rear knob length: 43.5 cm (17.13 in) – Width: 12.5 cm (4.92 in) – Cab height: 13 cm (5.12 in)
COLLECTOR'S GERMAN TOY
Gama toys represent the pinnacle of 1950s German engineering in the toy industry. This working crane demonstrates the quality and mechanical complexity that made German toys highly sought after during this golden age of toy manufacturing.
INVESTMENT IN TOY HISTORY
Fully functional pressed steel toys from renowned German manufacturers like Gama are increasingly valuable among vintage toy collectors. The complete mechanical operation and good condition make this a significant find for collectors of mid-century industrial toys.
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