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How to Determine If a Little Tikes Toy Is Vintage

Little Tikes Company has been making toys since 1970 and there is a good chance you may remember some of their more popular toys from your childhood. Some older toys from the Little Tikes Company are hot commodities for some vintage toy collectors, but it can sometimes be hard to put a date to the toy and determine whether it is old and collectible. There are a number of resources available to try to determine the age of a Little Tikes toy.

Instructions

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  Examine the toy for a label or model number. Record anything you find and call the Little Tikes Company (800-321-4424) with the information. Ask one of the representatives of the company how old your toy is and whether it is still in production.
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  Visit antique stores around your area. Ask the antique dealer to examine the toy to determine the age.
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  Ask the antique dealer for the name of a professional toy collector in your local area. Most antique toy collectors like to keep in touch with antique dealers in their area to receive tips about interesting items.
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  Visit the professional antique toy collectors in your area. Ask them for information about the toy's age, rarity and value.

Collecting Vintage Toys