"Pickup" represents the ultimate in wood craftsmanship—original designs preserved forever in hardwood beauty. Wood for the different toy parts is carefully selected from rough lumber such as walnut, cherry, rosewood, and maple. Hours of painstaking carving and hand tooling are given to each piece, which is then hand sanded, and oiled and waxed to a lustrous finish. This toy has a surprising feature which is exclusive to the artists' collection. The design is based on a puzzle concept. The various parts of each toy can be taken apart, giving the toy yet another dimension of enjoyment. This piece will surely be a family heirloom to pass down over the generations!