3rd Annual Toy Sale
Lot 368:
Description
A cast iron horse-drawn fire chief buggy toy. The set includes a single white horse depicted in a galloping gait, a red-painted chassis and spoked wheels, and a black two-seat carriage. The horse is a two-piece casting joined by a central screw and features a small integrated auxiliary wheel under the front hooves for balance and ease of movement. The carriage is equipped with four red spoked wheels mounted on metal rod axles. A removable driver figure is included, finished in a blue uniform and matching cap. The side of the carriage body features the word CHIEF. cast in relief and highlighted in gold-tone paint. The rear compartment lid features the initials F.D. cast in relief and similarly highlighted in gold-tone paint. The toy includes black cord reins threaded from the horse to the driver’s hands. No other maker marks, signatures, or country of origin stamps are visible on the exterior or underside of the vehicle. Length: 15 1/4 inches.
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