Vintage Plastic Horseshoe Game Set – Franklin Sports

Description : Classic backyard fun, this vintage Franklin horseshoe game set includes 8 plastic horseshoes (4 red, 4 black), and 4 ground stakes. Designed for safe recreational play, this lightweight set is ideal for kids and adults alike, providing hours of outdoor entertainment without the heavy weight of metal alternatives. Easy to set up and pack away, the entire set fits compactly into a container measuring 15 ½" x 8" x 9", making it portable for travel or storage. The horseshoes are molded in durable plastic with a slightly textured grip for better handling.

Era:
Late 20th Century

Style:
Recreational Americana

Technique:
Injection-molded plastic components with painted steel stakes

Tools Used:
Injection molding machines, paint sprayers, packaging assembly tools

History:
Plastic versions of traditional games like horseshoes grew in popularity in the 1980s–90s as safer alternatives for family play.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Likely Franklin Sports, based on visible branding on the horseshoes

Measurements:
15 ½" W x 8" T x 9" D (container)

Suggested Weight:
5–6 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
18" x 12" x 10"

Item Number : P15963

Category : Lawn & Garden

Brand : Franklin and others