Minimodels Ltd
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British line in late '50s that started Scalextric slot cars - In 1947, Bertram Fred Francis decided to fulfil a childhood ambition and become a toy-maker, and founded Minimodels Ltd. which, among other toys, produced Scalex and Startex clockwork cars. Then he launched Scalextric at the Harrogate Toy Fair in January 1957.
Acquired by Hornby.
Subject ID: 2951
MoreBritish line in late '50s that started Scalextric slot cars - In 1947, Bertram Fred Francis decided to fulfil a childhood ambition and become a toy-maker, and founded Minimodels Ltd. which, among other toys, produced Scalex and Startex clockwork cars. Then he launched Scalextric at the Harrogate Toy Fair in January 1957.
Acquired by Hornby.
Subject ID: 2951
Subject ID: 2951
