Champion Hardware Co. Red Cast Iron Racer *SOLD*

Champion Hardware Co. Red Cast Iron Racer

This red, cast iron race car that was manufactured by Champion Hardware Co. of Geneva, Ohio.

The white rubber tires are still intact, but as per usual with toys of this age they may have petrified, warped and/or cracked. The hubs are in good condition and wheels roll as they should. The driver is missing.

This Champion cast iron racer is in good all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, and wear that are to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 5 ¼” L. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.

A brief history of Champion Hardware Co. of Geneva, Ohio: 

Champion Hardware Company was founded in 1883 in Geneva, Ohio by John and Ezra Hasenpflug. The company ran until 1954, but only produced toys from 1930 to 1936.  

Champion Hardware specialized in cast iron transportation toys, banks and cap pistols. They also made cast iron parts for other leading toy manufacturers. (Thanks to Mark Schupska for information provided.)