Were you familiar with this toy manufacturer? The AMB company was founded by Agostino Marchesini in Bologna in the 1950s. It's worth noting that this region of Italy (like all of northern Italy in general) was extremely active in toy production at that time. This toy manufacturer specialized in stamped sheet metal toys with simple lithography and friction mechanisms. Its guiding principle was to offer simple and sturdy toys. Its golden age was limited to the 1950s and 60s, and the company disappeared with the arrival of diecast zamac toys. It should be noted that at the time, not only were Italian manufacturers like Mercury, Mebetoys, and Politoys revolutionizing the miniature market with their products, but globalization also facilitated the arrival of foreign toy brands like Dinky Toys and Corgi Toys in Italy. As a result, many small toy manufacturers from the 1950s faded into obscurity. This is why this type of toy is so interesting! It's worth noting that AMB's production was quite substantial. The quantity produced was significant! This company manufactured a great many different vehicles, with numerous variations! At the time, everything was very handcrafted! Therefore, each vehicle can be found with as many variations as colors, types of rims, chassis markings, and even the power of the friction mechanisms! Indeed, this company was renowned for producing very efficient friction mechanisms. Unfortunately, very little documentation exists today, either from the period or in catalogs, allowing for a precise and complete listing of this company's production. This is what makes this model all the more interesting!