I was surprised to win this one on EBAY for $9.99 and $5.95 shipping.
A little concerned when it arrived in just a padded envelope!
Luckily, there was no damage or crushing of the box or controller.
The SOLAR LAUNCH CONTROLLER debuted in the 1972 Estes catalog for $2.95. HERE
But, you had to wait until it was available in May, 1972.
- Consistent Reliability
- Easy-Action Grip
- 15 Foot Launch Cable
- Pre-Soldered Wire Harness
- Uses Only Estes Solar Igniters (NWI-2)
This one was originally sold at Toys R Us for $7.68
The back of the box is a checklist saying:
"Check the models you want!"
The in old Model Rocket News, Estes included a kit listing before Christmas.
On the checklist was the carefully worded:
"Leave this where your parents can find it!"
Tacky, tacky, tacky.
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