Stamp Used in the Production of Model Race Car Bodies, 1935-1955

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Artifact Overview

Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, peaked in popularity during the years surrounding World War II. They were raced individually while tethered to a central pivot, or against each other on a scaled-down board track. While some cars were hand-built, many more were mass-produced. This stamping tool was used to produce parts for tether cars.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Stamp (Tool)

Date Made

1935-1955

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2013.47.126

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Eric Zausner and the E-Z Spindizzy Foundation.

Material

Copper (Metal)
Steel (Alloy)

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 3.5 in
Length: 8 in