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Precision Miniatures

Without question, the 1950s was a boom era for makers of scale models, particularly miniature versions of automobiles. It’s a topic we’ve discussed here on multiple occasions over the years, thanks to a variety of businesses that opted to cater to consumer demand. Ideal Toy Company was one such example, in this case, through its line of widely popular Precision Miniatures kits.

Ideal’s origins

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