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Pelham Puppets Sandy McBoozle vintage marionette with box

Pelham Puppets have bought fun, entertainment and intrigue, for longer than they had been trading (1947 – 1993) and have included Sandy McBoozle since the day he was ‘born’ 22nd June 1947. Bob Pelham took inspiration from when he saw an ‘entertaining the troops’ show, whilst serving in North Africa during WWII. It featured an acclaimed talent at the time, in the form of Scottish entertainer Will Fyffee. It is from one of Mr Fyffee’s characters, that the red faced, drunken Scotsman was created with his whisky in one hand, red cheeks and traditional dress. Back then it was how the general public saw their highland neighbours, of course today would be a different matter.

Sandy is 32cm / 12.5″ in size and connected with the use of 12 strings and metal loops, with rods to activate movement. He wears a green wool felt tam O’shanter, with a pink pom pom, black velvet dress jacket, red tartan skirt complete with fluffy white sporran, painted tartan below-knee socks with red garters, fluffy white hair, wooden whisky bottle and cotton handkerchief, which has frayed overtime around the edges.

He can open his mouth and move his bottle up to his lips, wave his handkerchief or move up to his mouth, shrug his shoulders and dance a jig (if you know how to operate him).

His exquisite paintwork is unchipped, with much attention paid to detail. Remember as each is handmade and hand painted, no two will ever be the same. He comes in an original 1969 – 1980 designed box, featuring his image and a complete printed sheet of instructions. Point to note. The box has suffered some storage damage and shows evidence of this, (please see all images), however it doesn’t distract from the puppet and is reflected in the price.

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Approx size: 32 (cm)

£75.00

MPN : sandy

We currently use DPD for UK deliveries, they aim to deliver in 1-2 days, delivery to remote areas, during busy seasons and severe weather may take longer.
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UK delivery

We currently use DPD, who aim to deliver in 1-2 days, delivery to remote areas, during busy seasons and severe weather may take longer

Please note someone needs to be to receive the package, or you can select Safe Place, Deliver to Neighbour, or Delivery Date. Please ensure any request is given in ample time to be processed.

We also offer Click and Collect at our Taunton, Somerset Store

Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20

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Europe delivery

We use DPD Road / Air Freight for Europe with estimated 4-8 days for delivery to the following Countries:

For France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Italy, Austria, Croatia. Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Czech Republic, Luxemburg, Slovakia, Denmark, Bulgaria, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Romana and Belgium

Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20

Recipent will be liable for import duties and taxes as deemed by in country customs

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World-wide delivery

We use DPD AIR Classic Service, 4-8 days, subject to customs to the following countries:

USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand and Japan

Parcels are subject to maximum size, if more than one parcel is required an additional fee will be required, in this case we will contact you before processing.

Recipent will be liable for import duties and taxes as deemed by in country customs

Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20

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Our promise

Hey, if your chosen cuddle is not for you, this is not a problem, you have 30 days from receipt, to send it back to us, at your cost too: World of Bears, 20 Lower middle Street, Taunton, TA1 1SF.

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About us

Elaine and her team at The Gorge Bear Co and World of Teddy Bears would like to extend an invitation for you to visit her and her many beary friends, over eighteen thousand in fact!

Being established since 1999 in Somersets Cheddar Gorge and County Town of Taunton. The Gorge Bear Co and World of Bears are renowned for being the worlds best and biggest teddy bear cuddly soft toy shop most people will have ever visited.

Don’t be surprised if your breath is taken away as you enter either of these shops. There is something suitable for everyone, from young to old, collectible to cuddly soft toys and something for everyone’s budget.

What are our customers saying?

Excellent service.

Margaret Walker
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World of Bears has an easy-to-use website, with a vast array of brands (some I know & others new to me, which was a feast for the eyes). I placed my order and received confirmation along with DPD tracking info. It arrived quicker than expected, expertly boxed & presented well. I would highly recommend, you won't be disappointed.

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Lovely but eyes obscured by fur - needed a trim.

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Fantastic product! First class service

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