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Brand: Barclay Manufacturing Company (New Jersey, U.S.A.)
Model / No: B236 \"Pad Foot\" Series
Theme: Antique Lead Toy Soldiers / Dime Store Military Toys / WWI Army Infantry / Bugler Horn
Year Manufactured: 1920s (Pre-War Era)
Material: Antimonial Cast Lead
Height: 3.25 Inches Tall
Original/Reproduction: Original Antique
Country/Region of Manufacture: United StatesUp for sale is a wonderful, highly collectible piece of early 20th-century American toy history: an original 1920s Barclay cast lead WWI Army Infantry Bugler figure, Model B236.This solid cast metal soldier belongs to the highly recognizable and sought-after \"Pad Foot\" series, characteristically defined by the distinctive double-stepped base layout that provided maximum stability on dime-store display shelves. The figure is cast in a fantastic, action-oriented stance with the soldier raising his horn to his lips to signal the troops. He is hand-painted in an authentic tan World War I uniform with a matching campaign helmet and detailing.Condition Details:
Excellent antique condition! Crucially for high-end lead toy collectors, this figure retains an exceptional amount of its original factory-applied enamel paint layer, surviving at an estimated 75%+ coverage which is remarkably high for a 100-year-old lead plaything. The casting details in the face, bugle, and uniform folds remain crisp and distinct. The solid lead structure is perfectly sound and free of cracks, missing limbs, or modern touch-up paint. Displays honest, light vintage paint chipping and a warm natural metal patina consistent with age.Historical Safety Note:
This is an authentic, 100% original antique manufactured in the 1920s. The solid cast frame consists of antimonial lead construction and contains factory-applied lead-based paint. Sold strictly as a historical adult collectible for archival display purposes, NOT as a modern children\'s toy. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.Shipping Note:
Fragile antique lead toys require careful handling to prevent structural flexing or paint loss in transit. The bugler will be securely wrapped independently in multiple thick layers of heavy bubble wrap and shipped inside a rigid box to guarantee flawless, safe arrival.
