Tinplate6 Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 As with fellow 'Dromer; Fineas J Whoopie, I am very fond of flying saucers, however, my collection is much more pedestrian . A big score for me is this excellent example of the Flying Saucer bank by Duro mfg.. I have been chasing this one down for a few years at least, but I could rarely afford one in good condition with the plastic dome intact. As is often the case, I'm surprised by its small size, about 5 inches across, it looks like it should be much bigger. :huh: These diecast space action banks were a Duro staple throughout the 50's, this one is my favorite. The design is beauty in motion, just what you'd expect a saucer to look like, well, in the 50's anyway. You can set the "planet selector" to whatever world you wish to explore, then drop in your coin and press the release. The coin zooms around the perimeter of the ship (powering its engines, no doubt), helping the pilot get to his goal, and the young investor to get to theirs. I really like the detailed write-up under the ship, which explains that the accuracy of this design was based on actual sightings...really? How cool is that? :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dratomic Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 Awesome score! I love this saucer. It's one of the few banks I actually want to own... a true beauty. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted August 2, 2010 Author Share Posted August 2, 2010 Thanks Doc, I figure you are a seasoned collector, so if you like it, it must be pretty cool. ^_^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyman Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 Nice, TP! That one is on my list, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solaar Posted August 2, 2010 Share Posted August 2, 2010 So cool!Perfect mix of 50s and art deco ... or in fact a 50s' blend of art deco? ... wow ... also love the globe-stand! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fineas J. Whoopie Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I can't image another example in better condition existing. Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted August 4, 2010 Author Share Posted August 4, 2010 I can't image another example in better condition existing. Wow!Geeze Fineas...really? :huh: Wow, thanks for the compliment, I like it even more now. ^_^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fineas J. Whoopie Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Absolutely. I can't see one single flaw! This really is a great 1950's saucer design and I guess the reason I haven't bought one yet is the fear that it'll start a whole new area of collecting. I could spend a pretty Penny putting together all the great 50's space banks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrogonza Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 this one has something special, the color, the shape, the symbols, I do not know is just great !congratulations ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted August 5, 2010 Author Share Posted August 5, 2010 Yeah, when you think of 50's saucers, this is pretty much what comes to mind. However, you're correct Fineas, I find myself eyeing the other Duro banks now...egads! :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blechroboter Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 B) Cool 50s design. BTW: What´s the function - I mean where to put in the coins and where do they come out without using a hammer. :huh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 B) Cool 50s design. BTW: What´s the function - I mean where to put in the coins and where do they come out without using a hammer. :huh:Well Blech, unfortunately I didn't take a shot of that side of the ship :rolleyes: . However, on the upper right rim of the ship, just out of view in the photo, is the coin slot. Under the "globe" base, is a trap door that takes a key to open. I don't have the key, so I guess it's sealed forever. :mellow: Honestly, it doesn't hold much, unless the only coins you use are silver dollars. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddyRico Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Duro's Flying Saucer is the model most coveted by collectors, and this is a very nice specimen! Read their story here: Or here: http://www.go-star.com/antiquing/space-banks.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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