Vintage 1930s Arcade Manufacturing Co. cast-iron toy howitzer / field cannon. This small American-made military toy features the classic two-piece cast-iron body, original red and green paint remnants (a common factory color combination), and the desirable hard rubber tires clearly marked “ARCADE BALLOON 30 x 5.25.” It includes the trailing tow hook.
Approximate size: About 4 inches long.
Condition: Shows expected heavy play wear with substantial paint loss and some surface oxidation. The rubber tires are intact and the piece is complete with its tow hook. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description and accurately show the current condition.
A solid, authentic Arcade toy from the 1930s that displays well as a piece of early American cast-iron military toy history.