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The Vac-u-form, was a toy invented by Eddy Goldfarb and released by Mattel in the 1960s around 1961 with the trademark filed on October 8, 1962. [1] Based on the industrial process of vacuum forming, a rectangular piece of plastic was clamped in a holder and heated over a metal plate. When the plastic was soft, the holder was swung to the other ...
The ODD OGG was a half turtle, half frog, and resembled a robotic version of this unique combination. Ideal Toy Company manufactured the ODD OGG in 1962. While ODD OGG might not be as popular as other toys produced by Ideal, such as Kissy doll, Tammy doll, or even the Magic 8 Ball, it is remembered by many baby boomers to this day.
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Mr. Machine was designed by Marvin Glass, the toy designer, known for many popular 1960s and 1970s toys. The story goes that Marvin Glass was working so hard at the time, his wife said he was like a machine. Soon after her comment, he invented Mr. Machine. Mr.
Rock'Em Sock'Em Robots even got movie cameos, as vintage toys in "The Santa Clause 2" and "Toy Story 2." And each Christmas, local toymakers became toy givers, courtesy of Marx Toys.
Gonks are novelty toys and collectibles [1] originating from the United Kingdom in the 1960s. Created by English inventor Robert Benson, the toys gained popularity and were owned by celebrities including Ringo Starr and Peter Sellers. [1] The Gonks' signature features include a small, spherical body, a furry texture and two googly eyes.
For a time it was the second-largest toy store chain in the United States. Lionel ran into financial trouble during the early 1980s recession and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 1982. After reducing itself in size to 55 stores, it emerged from bankruptcy in September 1985.
Adult collectors now make up the most lucrative segment of toy consumers. In fact, in the first quarter of 2024 alone, adults spent... Here’s How Much Your Vintage 1960s Toys Might Be Worth