Marx Tin Lithographed Windup Coast Defense *SOLD*

Marx Tin Lithographed Windup Coast Defense

We have for you this highly desirable tin, lithographed, windup “Coast Defense” that was manufactured by Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York.    

When wound with his dedicated the anti-aircraft guns move up and down and back and forth while a plane circles overhead. This is tested and works well. Now for the sad that comes with the so much goodness, the front gun had to have its wire replaced to make it move and the airplane is a replacement. We just thought this toy was so neat and just a really strong piece. 

This piece is in very good condition and shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that is to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 9″ D.  We invite you to view the photos to further determine the quality and condition.            

       

       

A brief history of Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York:           

Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was the most well-known toy companies through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. An interesting fact is that Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.