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These toys are from the 1950s and are extremely hard to find in good condition. For collectors today, these are among the rarest of space toys. I found these recently on ebay and couldn't believe it when I ran across them.
Remember kids, boys toys in good condition are always in demand because many didn't survive. The Pyro spaceships, cars, guns and whistles are always worth a buy IMO.
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Thank you bratjdd and Bruce!
these are awesome and very cool:)
Wow, thank you to BELLIN, AmberRose, fourpeepsake, Kerry, toolate2 and Michael!
If condition is the key, these little guys could open any lock. They are waaaay cool!!
Thanks Tommy! I am currently in talks to get a really cool Coke light up sign, just a matter of time now.
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Thank you Mikko, mtg75 and Antique Toys!