Antique Toy Soldiers – Compilation of Marx’s Toy Soldiers
Children all over the world have been in awe of Marx’s toy soldiers since the 1950s. The older generation was really interested in such action figures because during their time, wars had just ended. Now, interest in collecting the figures has been revived.
Marx’s toy soldiers were a masterpiece and flagship toy product of Louis Marx and Company. The toy manufacturing company was founded by a veteran toy maker, Louis Marx, who is referred to in the toy manufacturing industry as ‘Toycoon’.
Especially since the 1950s, the company was known for selling completely original toy brands and lines, which are more associated with the military. If you are wondering why the company focuses on military action figures, you should know that Mr. Marx was a former sergeant in the US Army before establishing the company.
Through time, his toy soldiers, in particular, have been among the most sought after and interesting toys specifically for children. Many observers note that in the past, girls had Barbie dolls, while boys were not far behind as they have very impressive and action-packed action figures.
As time went by, children’s tastes and preferences changed drastically. With the advent of computer games, action figures like Marx’s have been sidelined and have often seen drastic drops in sales. But many enthusiasts and fans of the original vintage toy soldiers have been asking software and video game developers about virtual games that feature them. Unfortunately, until now, development of this type has not yet taken place, but there is clearly great interest.
Even though the company is long out of business, Marx’s toy soldiers are starting to mark a comeback as a vintage collectible. Vintage toy collecting in general is responsible to some extent for the resurgence of interest, but the loyalty of longtime avid collectors is also highly responsible. In addition to vintage toy soldiers, some small action figure companies are also doing reworkings of some of the most popular Louis Marx toys, including toy soldiers. But of course some collectors will always prefer the original.