Fleischmann Clockwork Ocean Liner Germany, circa 1950

In the 1950s, Fleischmann carried on the tinplate toy boat tradition by producing several models, including a series of these ocean liners handsomely finished in white with a blue band. This example is fitted with a white superstructure, housing a bridge, observation platforms, and four lifeboats.  Additional features include six ventilators, two masts, and red and white flags at bow and stern. Clockwork mechanism wound through the fore funnel.



 

Length: 20 inches

Flaking to rudder, aft mast replaced, fore mast support loose but present. Old solder repaired at base of mast.
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