Pretend Play Tools Appraisal

Fisher-Price Action Saw Set

The item is a Fisher-Price Action Saw Set, designed to simulate a real jigsaw for children, indicated for ages likely in the preschool to early elementary range. The packaging is a rectangular cardboard box, predominantly blue with white and yellow text, showcasing a young boy playing with the set. The box itself appears in good condition with minor shelf wear and some light creasing, but no significant damage is immediately visible, suggesting it has been reasonably well-preserved for its age. The set includes a toy jigsaw that features "realistic jigsaw action and sounds" and "Magic-Action wood" which separates into two pieces upon pretend 'sawing' and can be reassembled for repeated play. A carpenter's square is also included, enhancing the realistic play experience. The toy jigsaw is primarily blue and yellow plastic, mimicking the appearance of a real power tool. The pretend wood is yellow, suggesting a light-colored wood type. The box emphasizes the realism of the toy, stating that "All Fisher-Price Action Tools are so realistic, young carpenters will really feel like they're doing it themselves!" The presence of the phrase "Magic-Action wood really saws apart" and a visible product number "7179" on the box top right edge provides specific identifiers. The design and presentation suggest a product from the late 20th century, likely the 1980s or 1990s, characteristic of Fisher-Price's line of realistic pretend play tools from that era. The quality of the toy is typical of Fisher-Price products, emphasizing durability and child-safe construction with an engaging, educational play pattern.