Hubley Fire Truck
Inherited this from my father, who was born in 1933. It was in the toy room at Grandma's and my brother and I played with it in the 70's. The tires say Hubley on them. I don't know if the numbers on the ladder brackets have any significance. It is complete as far as I know, and has rust in spots, on the driver, and on the ladders. There is minor chipping in spots.
16"x4"
Inherited
Yes
Hi Eden,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Hubley made this model in different versions - some with a front seat big enough for two riders, one (like yours) with just space for one rider. I've seen versions where the driver is painted so yours might be a replacement, or that was just how it came.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Hubley painted cast iron hook and ladder fire truck
made in Lancaster, Penn.,. early/mid 20th Century
with unpainted lead driver (possibly a later replacement), two ladders, tires marked "HUBLEY MFG CO".
16 inches long
CONDITION: in used worn condition with some rubbing and losses to paint, some rust.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$50-75*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
