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Lot 5747

ITO (Japan) large wooden Submarine - impressive battery-operated model with substantial wooden...

Lot 5747

ITO (Japan) large wooden Submarine - impressive battery-operated model with substantial wooden...

Estimate: £180 - £240

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Lot 5747

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ITO (Japan) large wooden Submarine - impressive battery-operated model with substantial wooden hull, painted in burgundy/grey, removable superstructure section gives access to a battery compartment, and electric motor which drives twin rear propellers through a gearbox arrangement (untested). The model has number of metal deck fittings including guns, and periscopes together with a separately applied American flag (in the box), with a rudder to the stern, anchors to each side and is marked "No.2" - a rare model which is generally Good Plus for display, 27"/69cm long and comes in a substantial wooden carry case with hinged lid.

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