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1930s–40s Side-Valve (Flathead) Engine · WICO Magneto
1/6 scale side valve engine model WICO magneto
¥22,600
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1930s–40s Side-Valve (Flathead) Engine · WICO Magneto
1/6 Scale
The go-anywhere flathead — battery-free WICO magneto ignition.
Pairing a side-valve flathead with a WICO magneto gave riders dependable, battery-free spark — exactly what you wanted for long-distance touring, racing, or military duty. Mechanically beautiful and full of character, it's still a sought-after spec among vintage enthusiasts. This 1/6-scale piece is built and aged by a single craftsman in Osaka, Japan.
🛠 About this piece
Hand-finished by one craftsman
Sanded, primed and painted entirely by hand, one piece at a time.
5–8 layers of paint
Built up from primer to final coat to capture a real metal finish.
Ready to display, no assembly
Cast in a durable custom resin. Includes a display stand — ready to display on arrival.
▶ Watch the build come together in the video at the bottom of this page.
✨ Recommended for
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Flathead fans and lovers of rugged, battery-free ignition
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Anyone who loves vintage American V-twins and their history
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A statement piece for a garage, studio, or office shelf
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A serious gift for the rider or builder in your life
📐 Product Specifications
| Scale | 1/6 |
| Size | Approx. 12cm (H) x 15cm (L) |
| Displacement (actual engine) | 45ci (742cc) |
| Ignition | WICO magneto |
| Material | Custom-blended photo-curing resin (UV-curable) |
| Finish | Multi-layer paint + hand-painted aging |
| Made in | Osaka, Japan |
| Includes | Display stand |
Battery-free spark, war-era toughness — the WICO flathead.
Made with care
One-Of-A-Kind
Premium materials
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