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"Lil' Abner and the Dogpatch Band" Tin Windup Toy-1945 | Quirky & unique267 of 299 |  |  |
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1945 Tin Windup "Lil' Abner and His Dogpatch Band" Toy by Unique Art. This toy is a lot of fun and works well. When wound Abner dances, Daisy Mae plays the piano and Mammy makes sure everything is going according to plan. Oh, let's not forget Pappy who beats his own drum.
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My friends mother had one and I found a buyer for her. Wish I would have stepped up though, I loved this so much !! Such a fun toy...Phil
You have some very nice items.
Real neat... would you be able to post a video of it working??
Very nice guy, this is in beautiful condition.
Thanks for all the love and comments everyone... I know they have some videos out there on youtube of the toy in action...
I love it!!!!
Great condition. Looks mint
Pappy is the best!
Very awesome!