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Beyblade spring launcher

Beyblade Launcher
2002 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Beyblade began as a comic and animated series in Japan. It is about a group of children who battle with highly powerful and enchanted spinning tops. This launcher is an additional accessory, which can be used to improve your throwing ability in the game. In 2003 it became extremely popular as the Beyblade series had a cult following. However, its popularity was relatively short lived.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleBeyblade spring launcher (manufacturer's title)
Materials and techniques
Card and plastic
Brief description
Beyblade launcher, in blister pack, card and plastic, made by Hasbro, manufactured in China, 2002.
Physical description
Flat printed card with bubble pack on the front holding launcher in place. The card has a shape cut out of the top to allow it to hang on hooks in the shop. The launcher is made of red plastic and has two black and yellow stickers on the front. Behind it is the pulling whip also made of red plastic.
Dimensions
  • Height: 22.7cm
  • Width: 17.5cm
Production typeMass produced
Summary
Beyblade began as a comic and animated series in Japan. It is about a group of children who battle with highly powerful and enchanted spinning tops. This launcher is an additional accessory, which can be used to improve your throwing ability in the game. In 2003 it became extremely popular as the Beyblade series had a cult following. However, its popularity was relatively short lived.
Collection
Accession number
B.78-2004

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Record createdDecember 10, 2008
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