1948 · Founded

1982 · Acquired by Kransco Group Companies

1994 · Acquired by Mattel, Inc. from Kransco Group Companies

1995 · Acquired Aspectus

1997 · Became independent when an investment group purchased it from Mattel, Inc.

2006 · Acquired by Jeff Hsieh

January 2006 · Acquired by The Aguilar Group

January 2006 · Acquired by Corner Overseas Investment Limited

2010 · Acquired Sprig Toys Inc.

220 Badger, Newark, New Jersey USA

604 S. Marengo Avenue, Alhambra, California USA

South Pasadena, California USA (1948)

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835 East El Monte Street, San Gabriel, California USA (1955 (start date); 1958 (July 29))

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Richard Knerr (cofounder, 1925–2008)

Arthur "Spud" Melin (cofounder, 1924–2002)

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