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Steam driven acessories
« on: September 04, 2026, 09:48:38 am »

 Wasn't sure where to post this so admins please feel free to move it to where appropriate.  As I am nearing retirement I have been "re-bitten" by the steam bug. Have picked up a few larger Jensens and Wilescos which are now in the fleet but what i really want to share and inquire about here are a couple of steam driven tin water toys I picked up in an online auction.  They were listed as being made by "Carette" but as I've now discovered they could also have been made by Doll or Marklin.  Maybe someone here can confirm
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Re: Steam driven acessories
« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2026, 09:44:31 am »
Hi

I have a book of accessories, Steam Toys by Mortan A. Hirschberg, that is 250 pages of various manufacturers.  The large water wheel is a Carette see attached photo.  The second one has all the characteristics of a Carette especially if you compare the two.  They appear to be in very good, restored condition, the repainting is done very professionally.

You defiantly have acquired two very fine pieces.

If I may ask which on line auction?

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Re: Steam driven acessories
« Reply #2 on: September 09, 2026, 01:36:38 pm »
Those are nice !
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« Reply #3 on: September 09, 2026, 06:46:21 pm »
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