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FORT ABRAHAM LINCOLN … MADE OF LINCOLN LOGS, OF COURSE!

K'NEX To Introduce New Limited Edition Lincoln Logs Collector Set
At American International Toy Fair 2002

American International Toy Fair, K'NEX Showroom (1107 Broadway, Suite 1315) or Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (Booth 511), New York, NY - February 7, 2002 - K'NEX Industries, one of the world's leading construction toy manufacturers, announced today that it will introduce a new, limited edition Lincoln Logs collector set, Fort Abraham Lincoln, at the 2002 American International Toy Fair in New York City. The very first release in a new series of annual limited edition collector sets, Fort Abraham Lincoln reflects the collector appeal and styling of the original Lincoln Logs sets, packaged in premium storage containers for safekeeping.

To be offered for sale in 2002 only, Fort Abraham Lincoln is a brand new fortress activity set that offers all the classic elements of Lincoln Logs along with die-cast figurines for enhanced play. Fort Abraham Lincoln (Suggested Retail Price, $39.99) lets kids and nostalgic adults re-create a model frontier blockhouse, which is an actual replication of Fort Abraham Lincoln in North Dakota, while enjoying endless hours of fun.

Lincoln Logs Fort Abraham Lincoln includes the classic all-wood Lincoln Logs for building the legendary blockhouse, which was once the home base for Lt. Colonel George Custer. Included are three 2¼ "die-cast figurines of Native Americans and a Frontiersman just like the classic Lincoln Logs sets from the 1940's. Also featured in this 97 piece set are the all-wood logs we all remember, new roof slats, a certificate of authenticity that validates the set's limited edition status and a retro-style, collectible storage tin with a numbered plate.

According to Chris Campbell, Vice President of Worldwide Marketing for K'NEX, the Fort Abraham Lincoln nostalgia set is a highly collectible item that is both a piece of history and a whole lot of fun. "The Fort Abraham Lincoln collectors set is a great teaching tool for kids and a wonderful opportunity to relive American history for nostalgia buffs. It is being produced in limited quantity as a collectors item, so we have included a special package for storage and safekeeping, enabling this set to become a family heirloom."


Invented in 1916 by John Lloyd Wright, the son of famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Lincoln Logs, which enjoys its 85th anniversary this year, has brought the excitement of building into the homes and imaginations of young boys and girls for generations. With its simple building system, friendly styling and real-wood logs, this well-loved brand has become a classic in creative play. Guaranteed to entertain children for hours on end, the Fort Abraham Lincoln collectors set combines Lincoln Logs signature log-building fun with enjoyable die-cast figurines for display or added play.

This new Lincoln Logs activity set will be available nationally in June 2002. For more information, consumers can visit www.knex.com or call 1-800-KID-KNEX.

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About K’NEX Brands

Founded in 1992, K’NEX Brands, the world’s most innovative construction toy company, was established to make and sell what has become one of the world’s leading integrated construction systems for children. Winner of over 200 international awards and recognitions, K’NEX is America’s building toy company focused on Building Worlds Kids Love, and encourages youngsters to “imagine, build and play.”  For more information, please visit www.knex.com.