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Erector Set - Special Edition Set has been reviewed 264 times with an average rating of 4.57
Grandma
Posted 7/9/2008
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Great quality, but needed a lot of help to follow the directions and to find the right pieces. A product more suited to the higher end of the age range for this item.
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Fan of Erector Sets
Posted 7/3/2008 by Duane Young
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we purchased the set for my son's 7th birthday. I realize the suggested age is 8, but I did not want to get a set which would not keep his attention, and he is pretty good with spatial representation. I would have to agree with some reviews that the instructions were sometimes hard to read. I think most of our problem is that we tried to rush through the building process. Also the manual is much better than the one which came with the 1940ish set that my father gave to me. While I had to complete most of our first project. My son kept himself occupied by building things on his own. I feel that this is why parents purchase these types of items for their kids, to foster creativity, motor and thinking skills. My son was very excited to recieve this set and is already talking about adding more peices.
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So far, so good!
Posted 2 days ago by Gena Montgomery
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the erector set came with a great carrying case, but with so many small pieces (nuts/bolts) it would be nice if there was a cover on one of the sections to keep those small pieces contained better. My son has already had so much fun building things and I'm sure will continue to do so for a long time. Was a bit disappointed that some of the pieces were plastic...hope they don't break too easily.
Erector Set
Posted 7/15/2008 by Pat Taylor
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Perfect challenge for my grandson who loves to "invent" gizmos and gadgets.
Great!
Posted 5/20/2008 by Robert Flynn
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As a gift for a budding engineer this was a great buy. It has not been put back in the package since he got it. He just builds and builds!
Great toy
Posted 3/28/2008 by Jill N
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My eight year old sons LOVE this set. They love to build things and this is different from their other building toys. I love the case--all the pieces have somewhere to go and don't end up scattered around the house. And there's room in the case to add more pieces. My kids started by building their own creations and experimenting with the pieces, rather than building the suggested models. I do wish we could buy more of the larger pieces to add on (as opposed to buying model kits)
Good Stuff!
Posted 3/19/2008 by Leck Read
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High quality product. Lots of options to build different models. All the pieces are well made. The carrying case is compartmentalized for all the parts.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 3/9/2008 by Mark Spikes
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A great set that is challenging, but not impossible for our 10 year old. With about 25 different designs, this kit will be used over and over.
Speciat Edition Erector Set
Posted 2/16/2008 by Frank
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I haven't played with erector sets since I was about twelve, but I had the urge to create something and this was the perfect solution. The creativity and fun that this set evoked reminded me of why I became an engineer.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 2/14/2008 by Edward Portner
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It is almost impossible to distinguish the various spacers from the pictures, because they are all the same shape and almost the same color.
Great father/son set!
Posted 1/23/2008 by Leslie Hayes Wolf
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Both my seven year old and my husband have great engineering ability and hand-eye coordination - they love it!
Erector Special Edition
Posted 1/16/2008 by Rick S
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Really enjoyed everything about the kit. Used by a 14 year old. He enjoyed the versatility of the kit and how many different things he can do with it. He even enjoys using it to play with his legos. His only concern was that the directions weren't really complete for some of the things he wanted to make
Erector Set Review
Posted 1/14/2008 by Ronny
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It is completely awesome. I recommend this is you like building stuff.
It's Just Awesome
Posted 1/14/2008 by Chris Hanson
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This Erector set (actually Meccano in disguise) is intricate, very high quality and well made. The designs in the design booklet are very complex, so this is not a toy for small kids. It will push your engineering and assembly skills (as well as your skill reading diagrams). I love it to death, and it works fairly well with my classic (flanged beam) Erector Set pieces from my childhood and my father's. Some pieces are plastic, but only ones that make sense. Girders (strips) are shiny metal, plates are a nice powder-coated finish over metal. The included wrench is well-designed and ergonomic. Screws are now a well-fitting Allen (hex-head) style rather than the original hard-to-stay centered flat-head screws of classic Erector. A good Allen key is included.
Product review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/11/2008 by James W. Lancaster
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I am older and retired and I haven't had an erector set since I was a child. This one is a bit more complicated than those of time gone by but I am enjoying it tremendously. This is one of the ways to enjoy my free time. The set is great. The instructions for the projects are quite clear and comfortable to folow. The carrying case is easy to handle. All artound quality is up there with the best. Outstanding product. James Lancaster
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/10/2008 by Maria Moberg
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Recipient enjoyed the product. Never had Erector set as a child and now in his 40s and couldn't wait to dive in to assemble one of the models. All pieces seem to be intact. Nice carry case. Great gift for adults. Age group says from age 8 to adult, but this is probably not a product suitable for a child because of the complexity of the models and the small pieces.
Information about Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/9/2008 by Leonid Tverskoy
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Son loves it
Erector Set
Posted 12/28/2007 by Joan Janda
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We ordered the Erector Set for our grandson. I, the grandfather had one (or maybe more than one.) It was my favorite toy. It is more than a toy. I became an Engineer. Some of the imagineering that it brought me, helped me. My grandson has muscular dystrophy so he is limited in his activities. He seems to like to work with his hands, so we thought this would be a good toy for him. We hope it will bring him as much pleasure as it brought me.
A rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/26/2007 by Candy H
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We purchased the Erector set for my 7 year old son. He and his dad have just finished their first project--the plane. My husband loved the set as a child and now is able to enjoy it with his son.
Special Edition Set
Posted 12/20/2007 by Patsy McMillan
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My husband says it is a lot of fun but the directions could be a lot clearer. Also the carrying case was not good because the top does not fit tight enough to hold the loose pieces in place.
Special Edition Set
Posted 5/17/2007 by Margarat Moore
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It is good overall and my son loves it, but the box doesn't hold everything together in one place. There are no gears, no clutches, and there is no steam shovel as said in the product description. Overall good, but specificly bad.
Information about Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/4/2007 by Mary J. Hughes
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I bought this set for my 10 year old nephew. Some of the metal pieces were "soft" (metal bent easily). The special container didn't keep all of the pieces organized & where they should be; each section should have had covers so that the pieces would stay put. Overall, I was disappointed!
Information about Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/17/2006 by Tracey R Conti
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Thanks so much. My husband loves it.
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 11/22/2006 by Michelle E Ellermeier
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It is so wonderful when good things you remember from childhood not only still exist but are even better. This is a fantastic Erector set with wonderful accessories.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 11/14/2006 by Turner Johnson
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80% of parts are specialized, dedicated parts. It is not a set of girders and pulleys and nuts and bolts as I remember in the original. Construction drawings are not clear. Several are printed upside-down and one is upside-down and reversed. The original Erector sets stimulated creativity and offered literally endless options. Not so much the new sets. Genuine disapointment.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 11/10/2006 by Bill O'Brien
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I enjoy the Erector Sets in all their many forms. Now that I have several, I can be "creative" with and build models of my own design as well as the models depicted in the sets. A great toy and my two grandsons (age 9 and 7 ) enjoy them too.
Erector Set Special Edition
Posted 11/9/2006 by Michael F. Vogel
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Nicely packaged and true in design and quality to the original sets of the 50's.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 10/19/2006 by Ellen Abrams
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I purchased this for my grandson who is quite the builder! He thinks it's cool! He particularly likes working with metal pieces and thinks the box is fabulous to organize the set. It keeps pieces separate from all the other building tools he uses.
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Posted 4/20/2006 by Patrice DeLaTorre
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Exactly what I was looking for -- the classic Erector Set! There is nothing like the original classics.
Largest Erector Set
Posted 2/17/2006 by Lavone Walters
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I think this is a good product although my 8 yr old great grandson and I have been having difficulty putting the items together right. The last time we worked on making the backhoe the 6 volt motor was working fine and the next time we went to work on it, the motor would not work. I got new batteries and put in it but it still doesn't work. Is there a warranty on this? (Note from Fat Brain Toys: We emailed Lavone and advised her that she could contact Nikko -the manufacturer of Erector- directly and they would ship any replacement parts that she was needing for her set.)
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/19/2006 by Carrie McIntosh
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Excellent! I was so happy when I found your site. The selection of toys is exceptional and with the prices to match!!! My son LOVED the Special Edition Errector Set. He opened it up the morning after Christmas day and spent the whole day working on it. I don't know if I have ever seen him that focused for such an extended period of time. Now he can't wait until his birthday and the possibility of another set!
Fun for all
Posted 1/17/2006 by Roger Nixon
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Many years ago I had an Erector set. It was left behind during a move and I never saw it again. I was internet searching for toys and found fatbrain.com. I have had so much fun building the models and inventing my own. There is nothing like building something with materials that work. It is AMAZING!
P.S. I am 54 years old and still a kid.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/9/2006 by Kathy Van Etten
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My son loves it! He likes the carrying case with all the compartments especially.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/6/2006 by Frits Sandberg
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We bought this for our 6 year old son. He loves building things. He put the erector set on his Christmas list and is absolutely thrilled with it!
The set comes with a book to build all the different models but right now he is enjoying making up his own stuff. I recommend it if your child likes to tinker, create, or build.
Erector Set
Posted 1/4/2006 by Jacob Lehrfeld
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I bought it for my grandsons (8 and 6). They tried to make the most complex item. It was a bit difficult for them but with the help of my son and son-in-law they were able to complete the projects and enjoyed playing with the crane. The children were intrigued with the sets.
They enjoy the sets and are looking forward to constructing easier projects on their own.
Information about Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/3/2006 by Fran
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A very nice set in an excellent storage case. I was a little disappointed with the number of "large" pieces. Though this has 600+ pieces, many of the pieces are screws and bolts. Compared to other venues for this product this was an excellent price and shipping was very fast.
Erector Sets are Great
Posted 1/3/2006 by Thomas Leyva
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My son is almost 8 and already says that he wants to be an engineer. He told me recently that when he grows up he's going to build the fastest race cars. I figured I'd jump at the chance to get myself...er...him an Erector set for Christmas. We built our first model and it was great! On several occasions we found ourselves fighting over the tools. I told him, "I think I'm having more fun than you". "Trust me, you're not!", was his reply. Two hours passed, and when the last bolt was tightened he literally shouted out loud in excitement. We spent the next 30 minutes launching Santa and Frosty across the room with the catapult we built. I don't know who had more fun, but we both really had a blast and can't wait until we can build the next model. To think that I'm 34 years old and I love this toy.
The quality of Erector sets go without saying. There's a reason why they've been around so long. And I'd like to add that I couldn't have bought it from a better place than Fat Brain Toys! Excellent service from beginning to end. I WILL buy from Fat Brain again. You can count on it. Thanks again.
Special Edition Set
Posted 1/2/2006 by Richard Neill
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This toy has kept our child busy for hours. It is something parents and children can enjoy together. The quality is excellent and instructions easy to follow.
Excellent toy
Posted 1/2/2006 by NICHOLAS KERR
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I feel this set is an excellent one to start out with. It offers many possibilities in the variety of things which can be built. However, it wouldn't surprise me if I purchased the 50-model set also to suppliment and expand my selection of parts. A definate for any child who is curious about the world of building things.
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 1/2/2006 by Henry Stadler
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The set comes in a nice, rugged case with plenty of compartments to keep everything neat and organized. Obviously things change over time and the Erector set I had as a kid over 25 years ago has changed considerably from what is now being sold. An electric motor, rubber tires and other parts make the set geared more towards mobile creations as opposed to more stationary creations but my 10 year old will have a lot of enjoyment with this set.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/2/2006 by William Goodrich
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My son shook his head yes when I asked him if he liked the set. He has just about completed a wheeled vehicle. The price was competitive.
The perfect toy you can build together.
Posted 1/2/2006 by Annie Andre
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I bought this set for my 8 year old son thinking that it would be somewhat of a challenge. The box indicated this was age appropriate for 8+ years. What I discovered was that this toy was extremely challenging... too challenging for him to do alone. So parents, unless you are willing to sit with your 8 year old and build this set together I wouldn't recommend this toy. However, if you're looking for something that you can do together then this is perfect. Overall, I'm glad I got this for my son. Most likely it will take us a month to build one project using our spare time. But it's a lot better than watching TV and it gives us something to do together.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 1/2/2006 by Louise Bass
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Thank you for carrying in stock the old fashioned, metal erector set. Your sale price was nice too. Quick delivery! Great web site - easy to use. Overall, great job!
Information about Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/28/2005 by Steve Prabucki
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Thought there would actually be more pieces in the set but they count a lot of nuts and screws as part of the product. Me and my son had a great time building different stuff out of the idea book that came with the set. It has a very nice carrying case.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/27/2005 by Steve
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Great storage case, lot's of room for more pieces. Includes built-in rulers.
25 models to make, several motor types and clutches.
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 12/19/2005 by David Shaw
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I had an Erector Set when I was a kid, and the memories from that time were wonderful. Given that, my expectations were high. I can honestly say that this set (ordered for my son) is already meeting my wishes for his enjoyment. The set comes in a self-contained case with room for more parts should you choose to add on. I plan to purchase additional sets in the future to create endless possibilities. The price for this set is a bit high, but the experience learned from using it is priceless, and I dare say that this same experience has helped me fix many mechanical things in my life. I highly recommend this product to any parent wishing to give their child a head start in this mechanical world.
Great Erector set
Posted 12/14/2005
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I ordered this set from FatBrainToys (for the first time), and my experience was great. The set arrived exactly at the promised delivery day, and an hour later my son was building his first model. This set is a great educational toy for future engineers, with several step-by-step instructions and unlimited possibilities for your own emagination. Recommend it to anyone!
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 12/11/2005 by Thomas Fiske
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Excellent heavy plastic carrying case to hold all the pieces. Grandchidren already have a few smaller sets of the same brand. Case is large enough to hold all those pieces. Very pleased. Order was recieved promptly, and well packed.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/11/2005 by Courtney Arso
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Satisifed completely. The Erector Set is a gift for my Dad and he hasn't seen it yet. However, he picked this exact item out and said it is almost excatly how he remembers his first set when he was a boy. He is a Grandfather now and wants to enjoy the fun again with his grandson.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/7/2005 by Robert E. Seginack
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Great quality toy, really nice storage container.
The order process, follow up, shipping just could not get any better.
Erector Set
Posted 12/5/2005 by cathy Bernard
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This was a gift for my father. This was his favorite toy when he was a boy. He was surprised when he received it and absolutely loves it! My dad enjoys playing with it with my two sons (and they love it).
The case is a nice perk for it makes for easy clean-up and transporting. Your site has the most novel toys. Our family enjoys "browsing." Thank you for your excellent customer service. Have a wonderful holiday.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 12/5/2005 by James Gallo
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one word FANTASTIC
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 11/30/2005 by Larry Lavell
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This is a Christmas present for my grandchildren ages 5 thru 9. I remember the hours and hours of enjoyment I received as a child with the old fashioned Gilbert Erector set. It looks as fascinating as the original and maybe even more so. My hope is that they will enjoy it as much as I did.
Amy
Posted 11/29/2005 by Amy Gorman
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Great creative toy for a child that likes to build. Some of the models are complicated for an 8 year old but he/she can start with simpler projects and use this toy for years. Good that this set comes in a carrying case because there are so many pieces.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 11/24/2005 by Kate Martin
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I bought this Erector set as a Christmas gift for my 13 year old nephew. It comes in a great carrying case, and looks to be a lot of fun for someone who likes to put things together. I appreciate Fat Brain's great prices and professional service.
Erector Set
Posted 11/23/2005 by Denise Kelloff
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This set is great for teaching kids how to use their logistical skills / why things work a certain way and why they don't.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 11/23/2005 by Pete Camarda
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This Erector set is a Christmas gift for my grandson so he has not played with it yet. After inspecting the sets component parts, I am very pleased and as he likes to build things he should get many hours of pleasure. The same as I did after receiving an erector set for Christmas at his age. I think children are missing out on the creative process today with the influence of electronic games and toys.
Super looking Set
Posted 11/22/2005 by Rebekah J Yeager
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We have not yet made anything as this is a gift for Christmas, but this looks just like what I was aiming for for my "engineer" minded 8 year old. I know that he will spend many happy hours with this making stuff and there are plenty of pieces to offer lots of choices.
Priceless Creativity and Memories in the Making
Posted 11/8/2005
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I bought this for my 12 year old son. It's a Christmas gift so he has not received it yet. However, I would like to comment that when I saw this Special Edition set on your web site (at a fair price, I might add!), I knew it would be the perfect item for him and his Grandfather (my Dad). They will get to spend precious hours building and using it together.... that's something that you cannot put a price on. Erector sets have been around a looong time, my Dad still has an original one - the motorized crane. I was so happy to have come across your web site, offering a well rounded selection of real toys that promote creativity, imagination, learing without costing me a months pay! Thank you! Oh, and the only reason I am not giving a rating of 5 stars (highest), is because we haven't opened the package yet. (Hoping all the pieces will be there and that it works the way I envision).
SE Erector Set
Posted 10/31/2005 by Harold Denton
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Immediately captured the attention of my 10 year old grandson. The plastic box with trays for individual parts a major advantage. Instruction book well written and illustrated. One mechanism built the first night.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 10/14/2005 by Karen Croston
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My daughter thinks that this is product is great. She likes to build things that move.
Creative Construction Gift
Posted 10/11/2005 by Christine Leja
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My godson is very interested in robots but is too young to yet use software and construct an operational robot. The erector set gives him the ability to build and refine his skills until he is ready for the software side of a robot.
By the way, my godson was born on Christmas and this is a combination birthday and christmas gift.
In the past, he has constructed every lego toy we gave him in record time. We are hopeful that this gift will give him more hours of pleasure.
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 9/16/2005 by Mike Gnaster
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This erector set is a Christmas present for my grandson. I noticed how he enjoys building type toys. I tried to purchase a very similiar item on Ebay with no success.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 8/27/2005 by Cecil Lourens
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Great product. My son enjoys it, but the instructions booklet only contains instructions up to model no. 11, last 14 models doesn't have instrucions, which is fine I presume for older guys. But his dad will figure them out, I'm sure... Your service is of course of the highest standard, order processing, delivery everything went exceptionally well. Thanks guys, great work!
Erector Special Edition
Posted 7/11/2005 by Fenty Jono
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I bought this set for my nephew who is 9 yrs old and he totally loves it! Fat Brain Toys has great selection, great pricing, great service and fast shipment, I will surely do business with you again. Thanks.
Review for Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 7/7/2005 by Larry Then
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We ordered this for our son who is 12 years old. He has used this set everyday since we gave it to him. He takes it on long trips with him in the car. And there is enough space in the case to add his other sets so they are all together.
The ordering was great. We were up dated on every move and it was fast. We will again be ordering from your company.
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 7/6/2005 by Rob Prest
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When I was an eight year old kid in the early 50's, my parents gave me an erector set and I loved it. Now I have two 8 year old grandsons and I gave each of them the Special Edition Set--they also love them. They are both accustomed to the lego series of assembly models, but they tell me that the erector set allows them to make lots of models, then take them apart and make something else. I'm hoping they will both learn to use their creativity to design and build their own unique items.
Special Edition Erector Set
Posted 7/6/2005 by Larry Ruth
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This is not the set I grew up with - It is awesome. I ordered it for my sons birthday. It is a little pricey for a 10 year old, but youngbuilder.com's price saved me a bundle. When the set arrived (in two days - no shipping charges). I was stunned. My son will be able to use this kit for years (and maybe myself as well). If you like erector sets, this one is the one to get as it will do EVERYTHING!
Erector Set
Posted 6/6/2005 by Peter MacRae
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The Erector set I bought from Fat Brain Toys was all I expected it to be and more. On the set it said for ages 8 and up. I am 66 and it is a little complicated for me, but I will struggle through it while reliving the excellent adventures of my childhood. Just think how many pieces i woould have if I had kept my original erector sets and my old Lionel train sets.
Good toy, great price
Posted 5/18/2005 by Stewart Meijer
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Timely shipping (and free too) for this timeless toy. All in all, a good toy at a great price.
Fantastic!
Posted 5/16/2005
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This set is a real treat. After reading Bruce Watson's biography of A.C.Gilbert, the inventor of erector sets, my son and I were ready to start building. We've built lego and k'nex and had a great time. This set is a bit more challenging than those toys, but we're having a great time. I suppose he's learning about building structures and patience and having motors power machinery, but we're really having too much fun to care about that. The carrying case was an unexpected surprise - it lets us keep all the pieces together so nothing gets lost. We are also enjoying the special edition train set.
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Posted 5/5/2005 by Ken Gautier
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This kit has a wide variety of projects for kids to build, and my kids especially enjoyed building the more complicated projects with my help.
Erector set
Posted 4/18/2005 by Jerry Toms
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This is a great learning toy...Although my son, who is 12, is having difficulty with it I am sure he will get how to use it very quickly...I see very many engineering type traits in him and I am sure he will enjoy. Fat Brain Toys has been very prompt in shipping this product and I would use them again for all my learning toys.
Jerry
Tremendous kit for classroom use
Posted 4/1/2005 by Daniel Ueda
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I bought the special edition erector set for an 8th grade classroom. The students one of the 6V powered cars with enthusiasm. After the assembly is complete, we will be attaching ticker tape to the car and through a recorder. The recorder will place one dot per second on the ticker tape. We will then measure the distance between the dots and plot the results on a coordinate system. The results will be used to teach slope, equations of lines, and distance vs. time graphing.
As for Fat Brain Toys, ordering was very easy, the product arrived UPS ground in under one week, and the price was unbeatable.
I highly reccomend this erector set and Fat Brain Toys.
Erector Set Review
Posted 3/16/2005 by John Hodgson
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A very satisfied customer would like to thank you for the simplicity of your web site. The set was smaller (not as many parts as I thought 640+ would look like) than expected but overall satisfied with product. Using youngbuilder.com definately made it easier and enjoyable to purchase the erector set. Thanks! John
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 2/25/2005
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My 10 year old really liked this set. It was difficult enough that he didn't finish it in one day but not so hard as to be frustrating.
A rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 2/25/2005 by Jill Fath
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My son loved this erector set. He couldn't wait to get started on it. I loved the carrying case that came with it. It is great for starage.
Review of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 2/25/2005 by Richard Diacont Jr.
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My grandson and I started putting the item in the picture together. What I noticed different from the set I owned many years ago was the SMALL size of the parts. Some of the bolts are very hard to distinguish from one another because they are so close in size to each other. I don't know if it is possible to color code the items, but that might help in identifying some of the smaller parts, also if the parts themselves we a bit larger. I would not mind paying more if those changes were made to the product. It also would be nice if you could e-mail me your thoughts on my suggestions. My e-mail is: rckd52755@aol.com. Thank you for your time.
Rick Diacont
My rating of Erector Set - Special Edition Set
Posted 2/25/2005 by Edwin Zollinger
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The carry case is a plus. The crane was not as easy to assemble as first thpought. I nneded to help my son gert organized and review how it is to be assembled. After that, then he seemed to get the knack. Our efforts do not reflect the picture... practice (hope will) make us perfect.
Special Edition Erector set a good buy
Posted 2/25/2005 by Gary Ford
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The set provides a good variety of parts. My son is using it to try ideas for a school robotics competition. He's able to build different configurations, and the parts are strong and durable so that he can drive his creation and not have it fall apart. Perhaps the only complaint is that we wish the set had a few larger "plates". Overall though, the set delivered what we had hoped, and we're very satisfied.
This is a nice set but way too advanced for my 7 year old
Posted 2/24/2005 by Larry R White
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This is a nice set but way too advanced for my 7 year old grandson. In fact, I'm an engineer and I was having some trouble.
I'll be keeping it for when he is older.
Tons of Fun
Posted 2/24/2005 by Phillip Cole
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Very detailed instructions for the models in the book. My son is having a great time with his new Christmas present.
My only complaint is the motor could be stronger. Does not power the cars very well at all.
What You See Is What You Get !
Posted 2/24/2005 by Sylvia Thurman
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My 15-year-old grandson was excited to receive this 600+-part Erector set; however, upon opening it, there was some disappointment to find that this number included mostly nuts and screws and very few actual "parts." It would be helpful if the description and number of parts were listed rather than include 500+ nuts and screws as the majority of the numbered parts. I told my grandson that I would add to his set; but the initial disappointment still registered on his face as he continued to put together the motor. I will still add to his set, in hopes that further purchases will include more "parts" than this one actually contained.
The delivery was as promised -- speedy and without a glitch! I will happily purchase from your store again !!
Not a quick toy
Posted 2/24/2005 by Donna Thaemlitz
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My son is above average in inteligence but he lacks in patience. He likes to be done quickly. This is not a quick toy. Since both his father and grandfather have remarked about 'what a great toy ..' and 'I remember....', my son has work with his set several times in the past few days. He has even commented on it being one of his favorites. I anticipate that once he starts to see things come together and work, he'll be encouraged to continue and develope some patience!
Maybe you could find some simple designs for beginners- that don't take so long to build. These could be includedin a smaller book that has some steps more fully broken down.
Crane Project
Posted 2/24/2005 by Shawn B. Brittingham
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Fat Brain delivered on time and product was in excellent shape.
The Special Edition Set is difficult to assemble for a 9 year so I assisted. Looks good, lot of work.
Thanks!
Excellent Learning Gift
Posted 2/24/2005 by Tim Morales
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My son and I had hours of fun and endless possibilities with this construction set. Great to see his mind at work on something other than video games.
Erector Set Special Edition
Posted 2/24/2005 by Krissi
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