Rare toy typewriter The Mettype, made by Mettoy Co. Ltd (Northampton, England) around the late 1930s to early 1950s. A mechanical toy made of lithographed tin, typical of pre-war British industrial design. This model is equipped with its original yellow rotating wheel marked “The Mettype,” surmounting a red and black lever mechanism. Each letter is selected on the disk, then printed by pressing the “PRESS” key. The ribbons are present but dry. Features: Manufacturer: Mettoy Co. Ltd (England) Model: The Mettype Era: circa 1938–1950 Materials: metal / lithographed tin Dimensions: approx. 27 × 22 × 10 cm Weight: approx. 1.2 kg Condition: – Good for its age, with signs of oxidation, wear, and small rust spots (see photos) – Colors still bright, complete disk – Mechanism partially functional, sold as is Authentic item, unrestored. Condition: Used Item that has been used. potential imperfections. Type: Mechanical Toys Brand: Mettoy Material: Tin