Made in Australia, this early space gun used a brass plunger system to fire a cork. (The metal mechanism makes the Pow'r Pop much heavier than it looks.) Like many such toys, it included a whistle built into the base of the handle. Not a particularly complicated toy, I know, but it's definitely one of the nicest looking ones. The Pow'r Pop has always been high on my want-list, but it's an extremely rare toy; I finally landed one after nearly five years of searching.
The Pow'r Pop was available in three different color variations: This yellow one, a red one with blue grips and yellow tip, and a black one with turquoise grips and tip. The black is the most difficult to find.
I don't really know much else about the toy. I've heard a 1951 date bandied around, but I've never seen proof. Thanks to Steve Baker for confirming this!
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ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic information. I'd heard a rumor that the gun was dated at 1951, but hadn't found any proof to support the information. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteFor those who are curious, a nice reader informed me that published catalog information lists this gun as being produced in 1951. However, since the reader included his email address (so I could get in touch with him), I deleted the comment to maintain his privacy. Rest assured, once he's sent me further information, he'll get full credit for his wonderful discovery.
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