Guide Note:
An erector set contains a collection of metal beams, bolts, screws, nuts, pulleys, gears and motors which make working mechanical toys.
Fast Facts:
- Invented in 1912
- Invented by A.C. Gilbert
- Invention inspired the first national advertising campaign for a toy in 1913
- 1940's Erector Sets' beams were wooden due to World War II
- Erector Set Slogan : "Hello Boys! Make Lots of Toys!"
- Erector is now owned by Meccano
- Original name : Mysto Erector Structural Steel Builder
- The 12 1/2 made a robot and was the largest set ever sold.