Mettoy
During 2006 Corgi announced a new addition to their range under the Mettoy label. The below text is an extract from the June to December 2006 Corgi Classics Catalogue.
"Alongside the special 50th anniversary range, CORGI are releasing this fabulous tinplate Routemaster Bus under the Mettoy label.
Mettoy (the name derived from Metal Toys) was established in 1934 by Philipp Ullmann and Arthur Katz in Northampton. The original Mettoy models were produced in tinplate and many were fitted with a clockwork mechanism. In 1956 Mettoy launched their own range of small detailed diecast models to rival the popular Dinky Toys - and the Corgi brand was born.
The tinplate replica Routemaster Bus is the forerunner of a new era of tinplate collecting. Look out for more exciting models from Corgi under the Mettoy label in 2007 and join us in celebrating the success of a company who gave birth to the CORGI range we know and love today".
