Tricycle Fetish Blog

A reader recently sent in this picture of a streamlined modern triple fendered tricycle and asked for information about its maker.  We’ve never seen a tricycle of this model before, but a toy collector has told us that the chrome accents on the fenders match those on Metal Craft wagons of that era.  Any additional info or photos that anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated.

UPDATE: Originally we had said this tricycle was cast aluminum.  That was based on the appearance of the frame and handlebars.  The tricycle is steel, including the frame.

Q: I have just acquired a 20″ Sky King Tricycle.  The tricycle handle bars have been replaced with smaller batwing style without headlight.Do you have or know where I can purchase old or copies of the original handle bars with headlight?Also, do you know the original color specs for 20″ Sky Kings?

A: Your tricycle is not a Sky King, which was produced by Junior Toy Company in the 1930′s, but rather a Garton tricycle made around the same time as the Sky Kings in the late 1930′s.  Your paint appears to be original, and though far from perfect, it is in decent condition for a 70+ year old toy.  You can find more info and pics on our Garton tricycles information page.