Buddy L Railway Express Agency Ice Cream Truck

Description

American. Late 1940s-early 1950s. Pressed steel. The Railway Express Agency was a real American package delivery service that operated a fleet of refrigerated rail cars (known as "reefers"). This real-world service is what inspired this truck. While the toy is advertising a real-world company, it is not considered a "private-label" toy. The Moline company, instead, had a common practice of leasing "advertising space" on their toy trucks. It was a great way for companies to advertise plus it was a great way to bolster profits for the company. Decalled, "Buddy L", on front of cargo box. Embossed, "Buddy L", Toys East Moline, Illinois", on tires. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
9" x 6.5" x 22".

Condition
Very good condition. Original paint and decals. Paint nicks, scuffs, and playwear. Minor stain to roof. Losses to decals.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Signature
Decalled, "Buddy L", on front of cargo box. Embossed, "Buddy L", Toys East Moline, Illinois", on tires.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

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Buddy L Railway Express Agency Ice Cream Truck

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