Price: $4.99 - $3.59
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There’s only one Original Slinky Brand! Celebrate 75 years of wiggly-jiggly fun with Slinky! Generations of children and adults have loved playing with Slinky. This classic metal spring toy walks downstairs, alone or in pairs, and makes a slink-ity sound. First invented by mechanical engineer Richard James in 1943 during an experiment with tension coils. James accidentally dropped a spring on the floor and watched as it began to “walk.” Two years later, he introduced his walking spring toy in Gimbels Department Store, and the Slinky immediately sold out. Since its debut, over 300 million Slinkys have been sold worldwide. In 2000, this classic toy was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. Made 75 years ago, Slinky continues to be a favorite toy of children and adults all over the world. Slinky is fun for a girl or a boy ages 5 and up. Everyone loves a Slinky!
Includes: Original Slinky Brand spring toy.
There’s Only 1 Original: Introduce the next generation of creative kids with the iconic Original Slinky.
That Memorable Sound: The unmistakable “slinkity” sound of a Slinky in motion adds rhythm and educational exploration to playtime.
A Hands-on Toy: Sized 2.75 inches in diameter, the Original Slinky sits easily in the hand, and encourages lots of imaginative play and discovery.
Family Fun: From stretching and wiggling to walking and jiggling, the Original Slinky gives families hours of entertainment possibilities.
Share Slinky: Add multiple Slinky toys in various sizes and materials for lots of play and discovery. Each sold separately.
Ages 5 and up.
Customers say
Customers find the product entertaining and a great value for money. They mention it’s a nostalgic delight that continues to captivate with its playful charm. However, some customers disagree on its durability and functionality.
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Elizabeth –
Endless Fun!
Experience timeless play with The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, a classic metal fidget toy that has delighted generations. Here’s why the Slinky remains an enduring favorite for both kids and adults:**Classic Metal Construction (5/5):**The Original Slinky is crafted from durable metal, ensuring longevity and maintaining the charm of its classic design. The metal construction adds a satisfying tactile feel, making it a beloved fidget toy.**Mesmerizing Walking Action (5/5):**The Slinky’s unique walking action, as it gracefully moves down stairs or simply slinks between your hands, captivates and mesmerizes. Its simple yet enchanting movement provides a soothing and enjoyable experience.**Versatile Fidget Toy (5/5):**As a fidget toy, the Slinky offers versatility. Its rhythmic motion can be a source of relaxation and stress relief, making it an ideal tool for those who enjoy tactile stimulation as a way to stay focused or alleviate tension.**Portable and Lightweight (5/5):**The compact and lightweight nature of the Slinky makes it easy to carry anywhere. Toss it in a bag or pocket, and you have instant entertainment on the go. Its portability adds to its appeal as a travel-friendly fidget companion.**Entertaining for All Ages (5/5):**The Slinky’s timeless appeal transcends generations, making it a universally entertaining toy for all ages. Whether it’s a child playing with it for the first time or an adult reminiscing about childhood, the Slinky brings joy to everyone.**Iconic Sound (5/5):**The characteristic sound produced as the Slinky travels down stairs or bounces between hands adds to its charm. The nostalgic “slinkity-slink” sound is instantly recognizable and contributes to the overall delightful experience.**Promotes Creativity and Exploration (5/5):**The Slinky encourages creativity and exploration as users discover different ways to interact with its springy coils. Its open-ended play possibilities make it a versatile toy that sparks imagination and curiosity.**Collectible and Iconic Design (5/5):**With its iconic design and status as a pop culture symbol, The Original Slinky is a collectible item appreciated by enthusiasts of classic toys. Its enduring appeal adds a touch of nostalgia to any collection.**Perfect for Stress Relief (5/5):**The rhythmic motion and tactile feedback of the Slinky make it an excellent stress relief tool. Whether used in moments of tension or simply as a relaxing diversion, the Slinky provides a soothing experience.**Durable and Timeless (5/5):**The durability of the metal Slinky ensures that it stands the test of time. Its timeless design and enduring popularity speak to its resilience as a classic toy that continues to bring joy to individuals of all ages.In conclusion, The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy remains a beloved and enduring source of entertainment and fidget fun. With its classic metal construction, mesmerizing walking action, versatility as a fidget toy, portability, universal appeal, iconic sound, promotion of creativity and exploration, collectible design, stress-relief benefits, and overall durability, the Slinky stands as a timeless symbol of playfulness and joy.
ForeverYOUNG –
The original slinky
I purchased this for my 11 year old grandson who saw it online and was SO excited to try it. LOL. Low tech, no batteries, old school fun. He’s been playing with it for weeks. Eventually it will probably get ‘sprung’ as it goes with slinkys -but for now, he has been loving it. Having said all of this, I never hesitate to update my reviews should new info seem useful. All of my reviews reflect my honest, personal experience with the reviewed item – your experience may be different. I am not influenced by any outside source. I receive/accept NO free products or discounts that are not available to all shoppers- ever. I am a verified purchaser – not a compensated reviewer. I have been doing honest, trustworthy reviews for well over 25 years with Amazon – posting thousands and thousands of reviews – which have been viewed over 8.2 million times to date. I am NOT a fake reviewer. BOTTOM LINE: I pay for ALL my stuff, just like you do – with hard earned dollars!
Tammy O –
It’s a Slinky… What Else is There to Know?
It’s a Slinky… What else is there to know? It’s perfectly great as a slinky toy. I like that it’s metal like the ones I played with when I was a little girl. I gave it 5 Stars all the way for its “intended purpose” as a toy.What I’m about to say has no bearing on my review but I thought I’d share a little added info about the Slinky’s alternative use as a critter / squirrel deterrent since I thought there may be others who have decided to purchase a Slinky for that same reason I did. Let me just say it was a TOTAL FAILURE and total waste of money as a squirrel deterrent and I’m glad I put out only one of the two Slinkies I bought. Don’t waste your money if you are expecting to use it to keep the squirrels away from your bird feeder. Mine worked the first day. In fact, I took pleasure witnessing a squirrel trying to climb up my feeder pole and he immediately took that elevator ride straight down to the ground floor and ran away. I thought to myself, “Yay, this is going to work!!”. 😀 HOWEVER, it did not take long for the squirrels to stop being afraid of it and they started climbing it anyway. Also, I’m not so sure that raccoons weren’t climbing up the pole at night because the Slinky became extremely stretched out so much so I think something really heavy was climbing. Either way, it was destroyed in less than a week. : ‘-( I haven’t removed it yet and the squirrels just ignore it and climb straight up the pole and hang upside down on my “squirrel proof” bird feeder for their daily buffet.So to summarize…. it works great for its intended purpose as a toy but a total failure as a critter deterrent at the bird feeder. I gave 5 STARS for being a toy!
Lorraine Ann Sanchez –
Normal metal slinky
Works as intended, bends after extended use, good size, and looks nice.
Beck –
Bigger than Expected, but Works
This was bigger than I expected (I did not read the size in the description, so I assumed it was the size of the slinkys I would use as a child. Otherwise it seemed perfect. It works as a slinky, and had no defects. I think it was a good value for the cost.
E –
Finally, my own metal slinky
My dad had a metal slinky when I was a kid and I wasn’t allowed to play with it and was given a plastic rainbow one… which was nice and all but… didn’t make the same sound when you shuffle it back and forth. I absolutely snuck into the drawer where my dad kept it and played with it when he wasn’t home) ðI’m 33 and really just a big kid at heart.So glad to have found this (while not even looking since it was suggested as I was purchasing something else) and that it doesn’t make my hands smell weird after using it like the original did.
Burroughs Anderson –
A Small Version of the Original
Well, as I recall Slinky’s were a little bigger than the one I received. It works fine, but it’s just not the same.
Cornelia Sullivan –
Great stocking stuffer
Great fun for everyone! No matter your age, everyone loves slinky!
Susan E. –
This slinky works great on the stairs , but is great to deter squirrels from our bird feeder as well. We set it up to hang around our bird feeder pole and prevents the squirrels from climbing up the pole. Best squirrel fix ever!
Eduardo –
De acero y es el original. Es el tamaño pequeño porque hay uno más grande en circunferencia. Me gusta.
Lluis –
La de toda la vida, en metal.
OÄuz –
One circle damaged little bit.Dairelerden biri bükülmüÅ, deÄiÅim için uÄraÅmayacaÄım.
Ktrin –
Très petit surtout comparé aux modèles colorés en plastique…