Meccano
Britishnoun
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A Meccano Luke Skywalker model was estimated to fetch £2,000 but sold for £7,595, and other big sellers included a Meccano Boba Fett at £8,330.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2024
In his free time, Calleia built Meccano erector set models and made models of military equipment, bridges and machinery.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2023
Traditionalists scoffed at his use of industrial materials, and at designs that were variously likened to an oil derrick, a V-8 engine, an espresso machine and a Meccano construction set.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 20, 2021
Other members of the team include Tim Robinson, who built a model of the machine out of Meccano pieces, and computer historian Dr Doran Swade.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2012
The only good toys that I know of are Meccano and Primus, but there is much need for constructive toys for younger children.
From A Dominie in Doubt by Neill, Alexander Sutherland
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