3rd Annual Toy Sale
Lot 404:
Description
A 1/16 scale model New Idea spreader produced by Scale Models of Dyersville, Iowa. This agricultural implement features die-cast metal construction with a silver and dark gray finish, complemented by black plastic tires and cream-colored wheels. The piece includes a rotating rear beater mechanism and a yellow plastic PTO shaft at the front hitch. The side of the chassis bears an adhesive sticker with a red and white logo and the name NEW IDEA in black block letters. Cast directly into the metal on the right side of the frame are the characters 1ST EDITION 1988. The toy is housed in its original open-front cardboard packaging, which features red and tan printed graphics including the Scale Models logo and the text Quality Metal Toy-Makers, NEW IDEA, 1/16 scale SPREADER, Made in USA, and Stock No. 512. The box also displays a black line drawing of the spreader on the reverse side.
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