Franklin Mint 1940 Ford Pickup- 2009 Christmas Nbr Ltd Ed of 1000

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the town, every creature was waiting for Santa to come round. Because this year, Santa's hitting the road in a classic 1940 Ford Pickup from Franklin Pet Shoppe. And it's laden with holiday treats plus a host of furry friends.

Awaken Christmas morning to discover a cuddly puppy or kitten snuggled in a bow-trimmed basket beneath the tree. But with that particular gift on so many holiday wish lists, Santa is sure to need some help.

That's where the little elves at Franklin Pet Shoppe come in. As Santa's sleigh arcs overhead amid the stars above, the rumble of an engine breaks the silent night below. And the ultimate delivery vehicle - a classic 1940 Ford pickup truck - comes to life, loaded with a host of furry friends and decorated with vintage holiday charm.

In the bed of the truck, two precious pups in Santa caps peer over the bed rails. Beside them is a treasure trove of treats from burlap sacks of catnip and bones for all the good kittens and puppies to a stocking stuffed with rawhide bones hanging from the tailgate. A curious kitten hangs out the cab window while her friend takes a cat nap, curled up on the hood. The truck itself is decorated with a bow trimmed wreath hanging from the grille.

Like the classic shops of small town America, the Ford pickup is truly a part of the American landscape. It embodies the hardworking dependability of a time gone by. So, whether you're starting a new Christmas tradition or continuing a long standing one, this special Limited Edition 1:24 scale model is sure to capture your imagination with its amazing attention to detail and precision engineered parts.

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