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| Hess later battleships, circa 1920s Large size L 11.75” (30 cm), W 2.625” (6.7 cm), H 2.875” (7.3 cm) measurements without flag or key These newer style battleships made their debut in the 1920s, appearing with more graphically modern looks and completely new construction. They were available individually as simple rollers, flywheel friction powered, clockwork powered and clockwork powered with on / off switch. They were also sold in sets which included one battleship and several following vessels which might include small warships and / or submarines. They were attached together with formed wire in several configurations which were shown on an included printed paper diagram. Apparently some of these ships were named such as the shown “America”. All are marked with the “JLH” logo. Many variations exist. |
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Variation 1 This model came with a decoration on the bow, clockwork, without mast, marked with JLH logo. |
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Variation 2 Probably an export model to the United States, it is a simple roller. It could have been a special order for a U.S. toy distributor. Featuring rectangular portholes and black painted cannons. |
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Variation 3 Probably the deluxe model, with clockwork, on / off switch, mast, marked with JLH logo.
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