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Model Bridge and The Bridge Builder
Construction Sets
Model Bridge and The Bridge Builder construction sets were both very similar Meccano-like sets to make model bridges. They date from around 1913/4. Manufacturers unknown.
Model Bridge
Manufacturer / Distributor
An unknown company from United Kingdom
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for MODEL BRIDGE (Ref:MLB)
Meccano principle but sig. differences
United Kingdom
known in circa 1914
Steel
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7
12.7 (multiples of value shown, including half.)
4.3
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
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Comments
Parts like MECCANO but unneeded holes omitted. THE BRIDGE BUILDER was similar. Sets for other models probably include Single Angle Strip; 3x8h Flanged Plate, & 3¼x3¼” Flanged Plate with only centre hole.
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The Bridge Builder
Manufacturer / Distributor
An unknown company from United Kingdom
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for THE BRIDGE BUILDER (Ref:TBB)
Meccano principle but sig. differences
United Kingdom
known in circa 1914
Nuts:
Bolts:
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Comments
See MODEL BRIDGE.
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There are currently no manuals, leaflets or photos etc. available for downloading. If you can supply any, please get in contact with me.