Buddy "L" Concrete Mixer

Description

American. 1920s. Pressed steel. Decalled, "The Buddy "L" Line Quality Toys Built By Moline Pressed Steel Co. East Moline, Ill.", on side and top of mixer. Decalled, "Buddy L", on side of tread mechanisms. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
16" x 14" x 14".

Condition
Good condition. Original paint and decals. Shows playwear and pitting to surface and wear and paint loss to some areas. One track has de-tracked and has loose links. Heavy oxidation and playwear to areas. Crank operates freely. Tested and working. Retains key.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Signature
Decalled, "The Buddy "L" Line Quality Toys Built By Moline Pressed Steel Co. East Moline, Ill.", on side and top of mixer. Decalled, "Buddy L", on side of tread mechanisms.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

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Buddy "L" Concrete Mixer

Lot 0054

Estimate CA$1,500-CA$2,000

Mar 6, 2026, 6:39 PM EST

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