November Toys & Vintage Auction
Lot 155:
Description
A vintage die-cast model vehicle manufactured by Husky Models in Great Britain. This No. 11 Forward Control Land Rover features a metallic teal-green die-cast body and chassis with black plastic wheels. The model is equipped with a removable pale green plastic canopy. The packaging identifies the vehicle as having « SPRINGING » (suspension).
The item is presented in its original factory-sealed blister pack. The card header features a white illustration of a husky dog’s head and bears the printed text « HUSKY models », « TRADE MARK Regd. », and « MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN ». Centred on the card are the model details: « FORWARD CONTROL », « LAND ROVER », and « REMOVABLE CANOPY ».
The reverse of the card displays a comprehensive checklist of 36 Husky models, with « No. 11 F/C LAND ROVER » clearly listed. Additional printed text on the reverse includes « MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN », « A LITTLE THIN OIL ON WHEEL BEARINGS WILL AID FREE RUNNING », and the instructional « REMOVE BUBBLE WITH SCISSORS OR KNIFE ». A small printed letter « N » appears in the bottom right corner of the reverse.
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