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🌀 Walk into nostalgia with the original coil of endless fun!
The Original Slinky is a compact, metal spring toy measuring 2.75 inches in diameter, renowned for its unique walking motion and iconic 'slinkity' sound. Designed for ages 5 and up, it offers hands-on STEM learning and timeless family entertainment without batteries or screens. Since its 1943 invention, over 300 million units have sold worldwide, making it a classic inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame.
| ASIN | B00000IZKX |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #121 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1 in Spring & Wind-Up Toys |
| Brand Name | Just Play |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 49,848 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | stem |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00886144031014 |
| Included Components | The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky |
| Item Dimensions | 3 x 3 x 2.5 inches |
| Item Type Name | The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky |
| Item Weight | 7.52 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Just Play |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 144.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 60.0 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | manual |
| Size | Small |
| Sub Brand | Slinky |
| Subject Character | Slinky |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Science |
| UPC | 886144031014 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
N**�
Instant nostalgia in a coil of joy
One stretch of this classic metal Slinky and I was instantly 8 years old again. The satisfying sound, the way it walks down stairs, the smooth metal feel — it’s exactly how I remembered it. Perfect as a fidget toy, desk distraction, or retro gift, the Original Slinky still holds up decades later. It’s simple, endlessly entertaining, and surprisingly calming to play with. Whether you’re reliving childhood memories or introducing a new generation to a timeless toy, this is pure, coiled-up happiness.
A**A
Classic fun! It's metal, not cheap plastic like most toys these days.
Good, classic fun. Getting to show my boys how to get the slinkys "slinking" down the stairs is fun. There's a little learning curve, but that's part of the fun. I got one for each of my boys (5 & 7). Good, nostalgic fun. "It's Slinky, it's Slinky. For fun it's a wonderful toy. It's Slinky, it's Slinky. It's fun for a girl or a boy."
M**Y
Nostalgic fun for all ages! It’s great!
Very addictive, very nostalgic! As simple as these little toys are, they definitely bring back the nostalgia and fun! Makes you feel like a kid at heart! Great price too!
P**S
Great Squirrel Repellent
Using this as a squirrel repellent on a bird feeder pole and it works great! They don't like the movement and jump off. Just coil it around the pole and secure at the top. Learned this online.
S**K
Perfect classic simple slinky
These are such a great classic stocking gift. They are a good affordable option as well. Only thing was mine came with the slinky box completely destroyed and open. Just kinda trashed but for the price I guess it’s fine.
C**L
Slinky
Fun toy! Made a great gift and was fun to play! Easy to use, lightweight. Good quality
K**E
Good product but not long lasting
It was really cool to have the original slinky that was actual metal however my kids twisted it all up in a matter of seconds. The product itself was good quality however it didn’t stand a chance against for boys.
M**5
Still fun
5 year old boy loved this. Kept picking it up and playing. The original fidget toy. Note, it doesn’t walk down stairs. I have a very old slinky which is about 1/2” higher than this one and it walks down stairs. They are not the same size as the original slinky.
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