BATBOAT JAPANESE WIND-UP TOY BY EIDAI GRIP.
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Winning Bid:
$590.00 (Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
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Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, July 31, 2024 9:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
#241 Session II
Value Code:
K - $1,000 to $2,000 Help Icon
Item Description
Original 3.75x5.75x2.75" illustrated die-cut display base w/clear plastic cover contains 5" long plastic boat w/2" long scuba diver figures attached to back w/cord. When this figure is pulled, interior motor is wound, making propeller spin. Boat also features dual adjustable rudders and is designed for use in water. Made by Eidai of Japan as part of their 1970s Grip Boat series. Back of display shows boat w/lifeboat attachment, this is version not shown w/scuba diver. Design copied from the Corgi version. Plastic case shows lt. scattered wear w/some scuffs and some tape residue. Base and toy are NM, old store stock. Toy has never been removed from box but old tape has dried and is no longer present so lid lifts off. Rare.
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