Marx Pressed Steel Lithographed “Sparkling Pop Pistol” Dick Tracy G-Man Gun in Box *SOLD*

Marx Pressed Steel Lithographed “Sparkling Pop Pistol” Dick Tracy G-Man Gun in Box 

We have for you a pressed steel, lithographed “Sparkling Pop Pistol” Dick Tracy G-Man gun in Box that was manufactured by Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York.            

When the trigger is pulled the pistol pops and sparks. This pistol work as it should, it pops and shoots sparks. The box is in very good condition. 

This piece is in excellent all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch-ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that are to be expected from age and display. This is approximately 8 ¼” L.  We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.      

A brief history of Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York:              

Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was one of the most well-known toy companies through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. Interestingly, Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.