Vintage A. C. Gilbert Erector Set 8 1/2 Complete 1946 Giant Ferris Wheel
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:206048 | Brand: Erector A.C. Gilbert |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: United States | Year: 1946 |
Great set that came out after World War 2. Original rare inner poster in black, red, yellow and white. Everyone loves a Ferris Wheel. This would be a great set for the enthusiast, avid collector or restorer. Or anyone reliving their youth. I had a blast putting my project together. From the pictures you can see that I built the tanker truck which is one of the first 8 1/2 projects out of the " How to make em" Book. This was done with personal modifications. Which is the beauty of... Eretor sets, they let you adjust and change things. Overall in good condition. Case does have scratches, dings and some rubbed off areas.(see pics). Just a few girders have some discoloration and bends. The brass is tarnished but can be brought back. The motor and lights tested ok. Just the 2 pieces of original cardboard inserts have survived. Although the listing says complete I can't be 100% sure. IE I know the pulley string is missing. But the pieces to make the the ferris wheel were all there (except for the string to run it.) HOBBY LOBBY OR MICHAELS FOR REPLACEMENT WOULD BE MY BEST GUESS. Ships via USPS or FedEx to the lower 48 states. Alaska, Hawaii and international extra.
