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| Not all Erector sets were big. This is the 1938 version of the very colorful #6 1/2. This was the smallest set to contain the new electric "engine." | Arguably the most popular set was the "Ferris Wheel." This 1942 version of the #8 1/2 also contained some battery powered electric lights. Note we are back to the more familiar red metal boxes but this one has brass corners. |
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| In 1951 yet another new "engine" made its appearance. Here is the #10 1/2 "Amusement Park" set. This big set would build the Parachute Ride, Ferris Wheel, Steam Engine and many smaller models. It had lights, an electromagnet and plenty of parts for hours of enjoyment. | The ultimate Erector set was the #12 1/2 called "the Remote Control Set." This monster weighs almost XXX pounds! Thist set is from 1949. It built a giant remote controlled robot which crawled across the floor on rubber treads. The set had three motors! |
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The national collectors group for all A. C. Gilbert products. Publishes a quarterly newsletter and holds a national convention. Excellent source of Erector parts.
One of the country's leading Erector set collectors. Joe has many sets on display and sells parts.
These folks make a business of restoring Erector sets. Also sell parts and reproduction pieces.
A regional collector's group with a helpful website. |
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The Man Who Lives in Paradise an autobiography by A. C. Gilbert with Marshall McClintock. Originally published in 1954 by Rinehart and reprinted in 1984 by Heimburger House Publishing Company. Best source is out-of-print book dealers. |  |
Greenberg's Guide to Gilbert Erector Sets, Volumes I and II are the standard reference series on Erector sets. Volume I by William M. Bean and Al M. Sternagle covers 1913-1932 and Volume II by Bean covers 1933-1962. Available from on-line booksellers such as http://www.bn.com. |
Created: October 1, 2000
The A.C. Gilbert Heritage Society Website