Slinky Magic Metal Spring - Original Version
Slinky Magic Metal Spring - Original Version. The most popular children's toy of the spring that goes down the stairs! Pure fun, Retro Toy. There is only one original Slinky brand! Celebrate 75 years of wobbly fun with Slinky! Generations of children and adults have loved playing with Slinky. This classic metal spring toy goes down the stairs, alone or in pairs, making a slink-ity sound. First invented by mechanical engineer Richard James in 1943 during an experiment with tension coils. James accidentally dropped a spring on the floor and watched as it began to "walk". Two years later, he introduced his walking spring toy to Gimbels department store during the Christmas season and the Slinky quickly sold out. Since its debut, over 300 million Slinkys have been sold worldwide. In 2000, this classic toy was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. Created 75 years ago, Slinky continues to be a favorite toy of children and adults around the world. Slinky is fun for girls and boys and makes a great gift, stocking stuffer, prize, or present. Everyone loves a Slinky!
