Description
This metal magic spring is a simple, old-fashioned toy made from a long coil of steel, wound into a neat cylinder that stretches, bends and springs back as you play with it. Closed up, it measures 6.5cm across and 6.5cm tall, small enough to sit in the palm of your hand, and at 0.194KG it has a pleasing weight to it. The steel has a bright silver finish that catches the light as the coils move, and the spring comes in a printed box carrying the Wild Bear emblem and the words Magic Spring.
We think it earns its place on a desk, a bookshelf or a coffee table, where it is always within reach for a quick fiddle between tasks. Lift one end and it arches over into a bridge of shining loops; tip it the other way and the coils follow one another in a smooth, rippling curve. Some people like to stretch it out and gather it back again and again, while others simply turn it over in their hands as they think, read or chat on the phone. It is the sort of toy that grown-ups pick up as readily as anyone, which makes it an easy, good-humoured choice when you want a small gift with a bit of fun in it.
The spring is made from steel, wound into tight, even coils with a clean, smooth finish. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth if it needs a freshen up, and keep it somewhere dry, as is good practice for any steel. Stretch it gently rather than pulling it hard, and gather it back into its coil when you have finished so the loops stay neat. When it is not in use, it tucks back into its box, which also makes it simple to wrap and hand over as a cheerful little present.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Steel |
| Length |
6.5cm |
| Width |
6.5cm |
| Height |
6.5cm |
| Weight |
0.194KG |
| Warnings |
Warning! Choking hazard; small parts. Not for children under 3 years. |
Frequently Asked
How big is the magic spring?
Closed up into its coil, it measures 6.5cm across and 6.5cm tall, so it fits comfortably in the palm of one hand.
What is the magic spring made of?
It is made from steel, wound into tight, even coils with a bright silver finish that catches the light as it moves.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 0.194KG, which gives it a solid, reassuring feel in the hand without being awkward to hold or carry about.
How do I look after the spring?
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth and keep it somewhere dry, as you would any steel, and stretch it gently rather than pulling hard.
Does it come in a box?
Yes, it comes in a printed box with the Wild Bear emblem and the words Magic Spring, which makes it easy to wrap as a gift.
What can you do with a magic spring?
You can stretch it, bend it into an arch or a curve and let the coils follow one another, or simply turn it over in your hands while you think.