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Database of Metal Constructions Systems
Alongside his Other Systems Newsletter (OSN) Tony Knowles has produced a database of all known Metal Constructional Systems and their most important parameters. By his kind permission, his database is now also available on this website. You can search this database using a number of different parameters as shown below. Note that more than one parameter can be selected at the same time.
Note that the bug which prevented results being displayed when a date range was selected has now been fixed.
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[100] [ART] [BAY] [BOY] [CAM] [CON] [COS] [DER] [EIF] [ERE] [FAL] [GIO] [IDÃ] [JOL] [KOM] [KON] [LE ] [MAK] [MEC] [MEC] [MET] [MET] [MIN] [MUS] [NEV] [PIO] [QUI] [SEL] [STA] [TAK] [TEK] [TRI] [WAL]
SYSTEM NAME : DER KLEINE KONSTRUKTEUR [3]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences (some significant doubt)
Meccano principle but sig. differences (some significant doubt)
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1913 (some significant doubt)
1913 (some significant doubt)
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Boy with Gantry Crane model in logo (or ad?). It appears to be a framework but material unknown. It may be wood because what could be a hammer is shown in the illustration. 1913 mentioned.
SYSTEM NAME : DER KLEINE KONSTRUKTEUR [4]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
(see comment *1)
(see comment *1)
Material
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *2)
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *2)
Thread
M3,M4 (see comment *3)
M3,M4 (see comment *3)
Boss Type
tapped
tapped
Boss Thread
M3
M3
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
23
23
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
11.9
11.9
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0 (see comment *4)
4.0 (see comment *4)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *5)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *5)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *6)
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *6)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.2
6.2
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
One unnumbered set seen with boy & Big Wheel on yellowish lid. One or two special/unusual parts eg Fairground Seat. *1Possible pre-WW2, even '20s. *2Few aluminium. *3M4 only on Rod ends. *4A few 4.1. *5M4: Square Nuts only. *6M4: plain brass.
SYSTEM NAME : DER KLEINE TECHNIKER [1]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
STABIL type
STABIL type
Country
Germany (probably)
Germany (probably)
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (some significant doubt)
10.0 (some significant doubt)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Set seen has brightish Strips & blue STABIL-like Plates. Lid label has small photo of boy & Crane on table. Another set with this name has boy & elec parts on lid but none visible in its box, only 10mm pitch Strips & Plates.
SYSTEM NAME : DER KLEINE TECHNIKER [2]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Electrical/science (some significant doubt) and Hole pitch <12.7mm(some significant doubt)
Electrical/science (some significant doubt) and Hole pitch <12.7mm(some significant doubt)
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (probably)
10.0 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Ebay set has electrical parts on lid & more or less conventional parts in box, so are latter all original? Parts include Strips, Angle Girders, 5x11h Flanged Plate, 4x4h & 10x10h Plates with centre hole & 4 holes around it.
SYSTEM NAME : DER KLEINE TECHNIKER [3]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
STABIL type
STABIL type
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
after World War Two (see comment *1)
after World War Two (see comment *1)
Material
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
43
43
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
M4 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
M4 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Only a manual known with a Crane on its red/blue cover. Many 4 holes wide parts with even numbers of holes in length. 2 wooden Pulleys. *1 Known after 1943, 1946-49 has been suggested.
SYSTEM NAME : DER KONSTRUKTEUR FMF
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
STABIL type
STABIL type
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
known in circa 1950
known in circa 1950
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Small set with STABIL-like parts which look same as DER KLEINE INGENIEUR [1] & DER KLEINE KONSTRUKTEUR [2]. Lid very similar to the latter with 3 boys, a girl & a simple Bus.
SYSTEM NAME : DER S.M.
Maker
System Type
Not enough data to classify
Not enough data to classify
Country
Germany (some significant doubt)
Germany (some significant doubt)
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Name only.
SYSTEM NAME : DIAMOND BRIDGE BUILDER
Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
USA (some significant doubt)
USA (some significant doubt)
Dates
1990s
1990s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
----
----
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
----
----
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
----
----
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
-- --
-- --
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
---
---
Bolt diameter (mm)
---
---
Comments
Name used in U.S.(?) for KELLER.
SYSTEM NAME : DINKY BUILDER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Meccano
Meccano
System Type
as DINKY BUILDER
as DINKY BUILDER
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1934 to circa 1965
1934 to circa 1965
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
----
----
Boss Type
push fit
push fit
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
16
16
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
(see comment *1)
(see comment *1)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
2.6
2.6
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
-- --
-- --
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
---
---
Bolt diameter (mm)
---
---
Comments
*1 Rubber inserts.
SYSTEM NAME : DISCO LUDENDO [1a]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
1940s to 1950s
1940s to 1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
85 (some significant doubt)
85 (some significant doubt)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Pts similar CONDOR & AMI-LAC including 65mm Flanged Pulley(s), Gear Ring, & slotted M90. But Trun'ns with hor'z'l slots. Lid label & manual cover with small(er) boy+girl under Cable Railway. Also 'JTAD'(?) logo. Manual models as AMI.
SYSTEM NAME : DISCO LUDENDO [1b]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
1950s
1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
85
85
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
6 sets 00-4. Diameter L1a parts but plus Plates with red/green top/rev. CONDOR lid/cover, 2 boys, Crane, etc, but CONSTRUZIONI MECCANICHE+Condor round(ed) logo at top. Diameter L on title page. CON models. No doubt became CONDOR.
SYSTEM NAME : DISCO LUDENDO [1c]
Maker
System Type
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
MECCANO & MÄRKLIN features
Country
Italy
Italy
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
This about manual reported, but needs confirmation. Cover similar to CONDOR (2 boys with Crane between) but 'JTAD'(?) logo & DISCO LUDENDOO along bottom. Illustrated/illustration Parts as CONDOR but models as AMI.
SYSTEM NAME : DISTLER GIANT, DISTLER GIGANT
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
as TRIX (inc MCX)
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Country
Belgium
Belgium
Dates
1963 to 1965 (see comment *1)
1963 to 1965 (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M6
M6
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
33 (see comment *2)
33 (see comment *2)
No. of Parts in System
30
30
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
16.0
16.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
6.4
6.4
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
6 (see comment *3)
6 (see comment *3)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Black metallic finish
Steel with a Black metallic finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
9.8
9.8
Bolt diameter (mm)
10.0
10.0
Comments
Strips 30mm wide. Called DISTLER GIGANT for German markets. *1 Stock sold off later. *2*3 Standard TRIX gears but 6mm bore.
SYSTEM NAME : DITMAR
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Austria
Austria
Dates
1947 to 1955
1947 to 1955
Material
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *1)
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *1)
Thread
M3.5
M3.5
Boss Type
single-tapped (see comment *2)
single-tapped (see comment *2)
Boss Thread
M3.5
M3.5
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
(see comment *3)
(see comment *3)
No. of Parts in System
50
50
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
8.5
8.5
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.7 (mean)
3.7 (mean)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.7
3.7
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.55
3.55
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: tapered cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: tapered cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.0
6.0
Comments
Many lengths of blackened steel Strips (12.5mm wide) & Angle Girders, up to 35h, 7 holes diameter Plate, & 7x11h *1 aluminium Plate. *2 double tapped in Collar, Coupling. *3 Gears/Sprockets, TRIX-type Worm, & MÄRKLIN-type Gear Rings.
SYSTEM NAME : DORANDO
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Buildings
Buildings
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1926 (see comment *1)
1926 (see comment *1)
Material
Metal / Stone / Card
Metal / Stone / Card
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
30 (see comment *2)
30 (see comment *2)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.5
4.5
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
----
----
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
----
----
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Ref: Eisenzeit Plate(s).43. Frame of black metal Strips & Channels with stone infill blocks, some painted as doors etc. Card roof. Probably United Kingdom Patent 301589 (1927). *1 1925-26 in Baukästen. *2 including 20 metal.
SYSTEM NAME : DU-EN-LOZ
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Certain Argentinean
Certain Argentinean
Country
Argentina
Argentina
Dates
1944 to 1955
1944 to 1955
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
58 (see comment *1)
58 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Part Nos. similar to EL MECANICO. Parts in MCS look like MECCANO except 7 holes Trunnions, slot in foot of 1x2h Angle Bracket, & Hook has cylindrical weight. *1 May be more.
SYSTEM NAME : DUPLEX STANDARD CONSTRUCTION TOY
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Gilbert Erector
Gilbert Erector
System Type
ERECTOR type
ERECTOR type
Country
USA
USA
Dates
1929 to 1932
1929 to 1932
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
8-32
8-32
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
6-32
6-32
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
24
24
No. of Parts in System
207
207
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (multiples of value shown, including half.)
12.7 (multiples of value shown, including half.)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.4 (see comment *1)
4.4 (see comment *1)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.4
6.4
Bolt diameter (mm)
7.2
7.2
Comments
Generic name of modified ERECTOR with alternate large & small holes in Strips, Plates. Sold by stores under brand names, see LITTLE JIM [1], STEEL-TECH, STEEL ENGINEERING [2, TRUMODEL. Data from LITTLE JIM set. *1 & 6.6.
SYSTEM NAME : DURALEG
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
STABIL type
STABIL type
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
after 1946 to after 1948
after 1946 to after 1948
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
17 (see comment *1)
17 (see comment *1)
No. of Parts in System
30
30
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.6
12.6
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
-- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
-- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Many parts similar to STABIL but alloy and no Flanged Plates. Gears have 16 & 32 teeth. Models adapted from STABIL Nr.50. *1 Mod 1.5.
SYSTEM NAME : DURALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION SET
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
Canada
Canada
Dates
after World War Two
after World War Two
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
6-32
6-32
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
13
13
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.7
4.7
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
----
----
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.2
3.2
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
(see comment *1)
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
(see comment *1)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.9
7.9
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.3
6.3
Comments
Only Set 10 known. Similar to ENGINEERO [2] No.1 but parts very slightly different & has Spanner & Axle. *1 dull plated steel for Nut.
SYSTEM NAME : DURATAXE
CommentsAlternative rendering of Japanese name for DELTAX.
SYSTEM NAME : DUX-AUTO
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Road vehicles
Road vehicles
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1933 to 1950s
1933 to 1950s
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
One set said to make either a Sports or Racing Car. Add-on Spring Motor, & remote steering control.
SYSTEM NAME : DUX-UNIVERSAL
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Markes & Co.
Markes & Co.
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1939 to 1964 (see comment *1)
1939 to 1964 (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M3 (see comment *2)
M3 (see comment *2)
Boss Type
single-tapped (see comment *3)
single-tapped (see comment *3)
Boss Thread
M3
M3
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
25
25
No. of Parts in System
90 (see comment *4)
90 (see comment *4)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
15.0
15.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.3
3.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.5
3.5
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.3
3.3
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (crosshead)
(see comment *5)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (crosshead)
(see comment *5)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Brass finish
(see comment *6)
Steel with a Brass finish
(see comment *6)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.0(see comment *7)
6.0(see comment *7)
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.4(see comment *8)
5.4(see comment *8)
Comments
Nice un-MECCANO-like parts. *1 c58 possible. *2 Earlier also self tap Bolts, 3.2 outside diameter, with hoop spire Nuts. *3 Later tapping hole through. *4 Approx, plus 27 only in Rolling Stock theme sets. *5*6*7*8 Later probably hex nut and slotted cheesehead bolt Nickel plated steel 5.4 5.4.
SYSTEM NAME : DUX METALL-FLUGZEUG [1]
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Maker
Markes & Co.
Markes & Co.
System Type
Aerospace
Aerospace
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1932 to 1950s
1932 to 1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
1/8W
1/8W
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
43 (see comment *1)
43 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.5 (see comment *2)
12.5 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.3
3.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6
6
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Models rather like 1-engined MECCANO Aero [1] except: Set 109 Flying Boat & other models; & Set 106c Autogiro. *1plus parts in Set 109 & add-ons 106a-d. *2Based on #67, Fuselage Centre Sideplate.
SYSTEM NAME : DUX METALL-FLUGZEUG [2]
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Maker
Markes & Co.
Markes & Co.
System Type
Aerospace
Aerospace
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
known in 1952
known in 1952
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
14 (see comment *1)
14 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Smaller, simpler parts than DUX METALL-FLUGZEUG [1] for single-engined land & floatplanes. Sets #50, 102, & 103 have been seen. *1 Approx in a #50 set seen, for a wheeled Biplane.
SYSTEM NAME : DUX METALL-FLUGZEUG [3]
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Maker
Markes & Co.
Markes & Co.
System Type
Aerospace
Aerospace
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1940s (some significant doubt)
1940s (some significant doubt)
Material
Thread
(see comment *1)
(see comment *1)
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Sets with dedicated parts for realistic models: No.90 'Me 109'; No.92 Twin-Engined Airliner; No.87? Ju 87. *1 M2.6 countersunk Screws & M2 hexagonal Nuts in Set 90.
SYSTEM NAME : DÖCO
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Maker
System Type
Buildings (some significant doubt)
Buildings (some significant doubt)
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
circa 1920
circa 1920
Material
Metal / Wood
Metal / Wood
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Split-pin rivet assembly. Parts include Bars, Clamps, Discs, Punch Press. No other details.
SYSTEM NAME : E.K.S.
Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
known in 1947 (see comment *1)
known in 1947 (see comment *1)
Material
Metal
Metal
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
--- (probably)
--- (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Lid not seen. Set has 18 parts plus 10 N&B to build a horse-drawn Wagon & possibly other models. *1 from Print Ref.
SYSTEM NAME : E.W.G.
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Almost certainly OLYMPIA under another name.
SYSTEM NAME : E.Z.
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Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
USA
USA
Dates
after World War Two
after World War Two
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
5-40
5-40
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
12
12
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.7
3.7
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.8
7.8
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.6
5.6
Comments
Similar to GIRDER BILT but with a square-cornered 4*7 holes Perforated Plate, & Pulley Discs as well as black Wheels.
SYSTEM NAME : EASY-DO
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Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
after World War Two to 18--
after World War Two to 18--
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
4BA (see comment *1)
4BA (see comment *1)
Boss Type
eyelet
eyelet
Boss Thread
---
---
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
23 (see comment *2)
23 (see comment *2)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (see comment *3)
12.7 (see comment *3)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.9 (see comment *4)
3.9 (see comment *4)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.9 (see comment *5)
3.9 (see comment *5)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.2 (see comment *6)
3.2 (see comment *6)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Only booklet seen. Most probably same as ALUMINIUM CONSTRUCTION OUTFIT & ELGIN. *1*2*3*4*5*6 Probably.
SYSTEM NAME : E B S
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1996 to 1999 (some significant doubt)
1996 to 1999 (some significant doubt)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M5
M5
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
23
23
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
15.0
15.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
5.3
5.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
5.2
5.2
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
5.0 (see comment *1)
5.0 (see comment *1)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: hexagonal (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: hexagonal (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Steel with a Nickel plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
8.0
8.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
8.0
8.0
Comments
Name often early/earlier b s. Single model sets with large, heavy, good quality, nickeled parts. *1 4mm also reported.
SYSTEM NAME : ECEPE
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Maker
Jouets de Paris
Jouets de Paris
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
France
France
Dates
1915 to 1919
1915 to 1919
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1 (probably)
4.1 (probably)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9 (probably)
3.9 (probably)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Followed L'INGÉNIEUR CONSTRUCTEUR and preceded MÉCANIC [2]. Probably not made in later WW1 years.
SYSTEM NAME : EDISON
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Maker
System Type
MÄRKLIN type
MÄRKLIN type
Country
Czechoslovkia / Czech Republic
Czechoslovkia / Czech Republic
Dates
before World War Two (some significant doubt) to after World War Two (some significant doubt)
before World War Two (some significant doubt) to after World War Two (some significant doubt)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
3.6x.8
3.6x.8
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
3.6x.8
3.6x.8
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
38 (see comment *1)
38 (see comment *1)
No. of Parts in System
66
66
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.3
4.3
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.3
4.3
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
(Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
(Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Brass with a Brass finish
Brass with a Brass finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
8.1
8.1
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.1
5.1
Comments
Most parts in MCS like MÄRKLIN, but Pulley Disc, Screwed Rods, Roof, 6-spoke Pulley. Some electrical parts on one manual cover. *1 Possible; & MÄRKLIN-type Gear Rings. Data need verifying.
SYSTEM NAME : EDISON ELEKTRO
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Maker
System Type
Electrical/science
Electrical/science
Country
Czechoslovkia / Czech Republic
Czechoslovkia / Czech Republic
Dates
before World War Two (some significant doubt) to after World War Two (some significant doubt)
before World War Two (some significant doubt) to after World War Two (some significant doubt)
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
6 Sets, probably standard EDISON parts plus special electrical: Coil, Bell, etc.
SYSTEM NAME : EDOBAUD
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Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
France
France
Dates
1928 to 1939
1928 to 1939
Material
Metal / Wood
Metal / Wood
Thread
3x
3x
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
66 (see comment *1)
66 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Variable
Variable
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: See comment *2
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: See comment *2
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Parts for workshops, ready made gearboxes, winches listed. *1 Including 13 wood bases. *2 For Threaded Rods. Also Bolts, ? thread.
SYSTEM NAME : EDUCATIONAL METAL BUILDING SET
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
USA
USA
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
The one set known has parts that look like THE CONSTRUCTIONER and probably made by the same company.
SYSTEM NAME : EDUCATIONAL TOY
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm and Matchbox & similar
Hole pitch <12.7mm and Matchbox & similar
Country
Japan
Japan
Dates
Material
Metal
Metal
Thread
1/8W
1/8W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
16
16
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0
3.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
with a Nickel plated finish
with a Nickel plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Entry based on one set by Daiya with strip & other parts reminiscent of their Matchbox set.
SYSTEM NAME : EFEL [1]
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
France
France
Dates
early 1950s
early 1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
20
20
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
2.0
2.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
with a Brass finish
with a Brass finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Lid label has boy's head & shoulders with Bridge. Parts unpainted or silvery looking. Strips & Girders have square ends.
SYSTEM NAME : EFEL [2]
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Maker
Martinaud
Martinaud
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
France
France
Dates
1950s to late 1960s (see comment *1)
1950s to late 1960s (see comment *1)
Material
Steel (see comment *2)
Steel (see comment *2)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
39 (see comment *3)
39 (see comment *3)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.9
5.9
Comments
Similar label to EFL1 but different, painted parts including 24mm Pulley is light red plastic with brass boss. It, & Spanner, marked Early/Earlier.F.E.L, & EFEL. *1 '62k, on sale '70c. *2 Early parts may be aluminium, unpainted. *3 In Set 5, approx.
SYSTEM NAME : EFEL [3]
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Maker
Gédé
Gédé
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
France
France
Dates
1946* to known in 1948 (see comment *1)
1946* to known in 1948 (see comment *1)
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *2)
Aluminium (Alloy) (see comment *2)
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
31
31
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
15.0 (see comment *3)
15.0 (see comment *3)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.9
3.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Aluminium (Alloy) with a Aluminium (Alloy) finish
Aluminium (Alloy) with a Aluminium (Alloy) finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.1
7.1
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.0
6.0
Comments
Slotted parts. Most lids have 2 boys with models, but also models with head & shoulders of one. *1*2 1950s & 1960s have also been suggested. *3 Set with steel & coloured parts also exist. *4 10.0 & 20.0 crossways.