Description: Vtg. 50's "Silver Streak" Wooden Snow sled USA-made by Garton, All Original, 53" This cool '50s snow sled is in working condition, and makes a great winter display piece for porch or fireplace. It is also a little piece of US manufacturing history. According to antiques expert Harry Rinker, Eusebius B. Garton created The Garton Toy Company, located in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, in 1889. Clarence Garston, Eusebius’s son, became president of the company in 1915. In 1916, Garton produced its first steerable sleds. They produced a wide range of wooden sleds, including The Garton Eskimo, Royal Racer, and the classiest of all, the Silver Streak. Garton produced 8,500 sleds a week annually from June to Thanksgiving which was approximately 15 percent of its overall business. Monitor Corporation acquired Garton in 1973 and ceased operations in 1975. The former Garton Sheboygan plant has been converted into residential apartments. I have several vintage sleds available, see my other listings for more options, including a smaller, red Silver Streak sled, and several Flexible Flyers. Please examine photos carefully and ask questions before bidding. Payment is expected at time of purchase.
Price: 95 USD
Location: Norwalk, Connecticut
End Time: 2024-03-09T15:29:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Model: Silver streak
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Style: Downhill
Material: Wood
Type: Sled
Color: Blue
Vintage: Yes
MPN: Does Not Apply
Item Length: 53"
Number of Items in Set: 1
Featured Refinements: Vintage Sled
Brand: Silver streak
