Friday, October 1, 2010

All about Antique : Antique Wagon Flyer Radio





For many people, an old Radio Flyer wagon back fond memories of their childhood. A true piece of classic Americana, the coaches held a special place in the hearts of millions of children who played with them all these years.Radio Flyer Wagons: A Brief History

When Antonio Pasin came from Italy to the United States in 1914, was only sixteen. Coming from a fine family of cabinetmakers, the boy with the skills of old world craftsmen. He dreamed of pursuing that ability in his life in America. Three years later, Antonio had saved enough money to open a small woodworking shop. Working the night, the young man hand crafted wooden wagons. During the days traded in the wagon.The Liberty Coaster Company






In 1923, after Antonio company has grown to include several employees, he founded the Liberty Coaster Company. He named the company after the Statue of Liberty that welcomed him into the country. Continues to grow his company, Pasin began using the technology of metal stamping and mass production techniques similar to those used in the auto industry.The Wagon Flyer Radio
The name change the company's Radio Steel & Manufacturing in 1930, Pasin also introduced the first steel wagon, called Radio Flyer. The most classic card game named for his love and fascination Pasin flight radio, and air. The high quality steel coaster wagon was a huge success and allowed Pasin to increase production while reducing the price. With affordable cars, the company motto was for each boy.1933 Chicago World's Fair
When the world exhibition held in Chicago in 1933, Antonio Pasin company invited to take part in the event. popular exhibit, called Coaster boy, consisted of a 45-foot tall boy in a huge wagon. During the exhibition miniature models of the world's Coaster Boy sold for 25 cents. Today the tiny tiny cars sought after by collectors throughout the game.The Second World War
During WWII, Radio Steel ceased production and games, like many other American companies turned to their resources to help the war effort. For three years, from 1942-1945, the company manufactured Blitz packs were five gallon steel boxes used for transporting fuel and water to foreign soldiers.Later Years
While the company manufactured other types of vehicles and ride on toys over the years, the Radio Flyer car was always one of the best-seller games of all time. In 1987, Radio Steel and Manufacturing Company officially changed its name to Radio Flyer Incorporated. The current product line of wagons, the classic red Radio Flyer wagon remains proudly a popular option in many future memories for this generation of children.Most Wagon Flyer's World Radio
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the company, the Radio Flyer company created the biggest car in the world. Formed after the Coaster Boy of 1933 World's Fair, the car measures 27 feet in length and has a width of 13 meters.

    
* The handle of the wagon is 27 feet in height
    
* Construction used six tons of steel
    
* Each tire weighs £ 1000
    
* It took 100 gallons of red paint to paint the giant wagon
 



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