---
product_id: 1000200
title: "The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky"
brand: "just play"
price: "$12.65"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Just Play"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1000200-the-original-slinky-walking-spring-toy-metal-slinky
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# 2.75-inch diameter metal coil Iconic slink-ity sound Durable, reusable manual toy The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky

**Brand:** just play
**Price:** $12.65
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌀 Walk into nostalgia with the original spring that never goes out of style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky by just play
- **How much does it cost?** $12.65 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1000200-the-original-slinky-walking-spring-toy-metal-slinky)

## Best For

- just play enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted just play brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Iconic Soundtrack:** Experience the nostalgic 'slinkity' rhythm that sparks creativity and focus.
- • **STEM-Approved Fun:** Encourages exploration of physics and motion, blending education with entertainment.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Perfectly sized at 2.75 inches for on-the-go fidgeting and hands-on play.
- • **Generations of Joy:** Join over 300 million fans worldwide who’ve made Slinky a cultural icon.
- • **Timeless Engineering:** Crafted from resilient metal for endless, smooth motion that never quits.

## Overview

The Original Slinky is a 2.75-inch diameter metal spring toy known for its unique walking motion and signature 'slinkity' sound. Designed for ages 5 and up, it offers hands-on, STEM-inspired play without batteries or assembly. Celebrated worldwide with over 300 million sold, this durable classic continues to inspire creativity and family fun across generations.

## Description

There’s only one Original Slinky Brand Generations of children and adults have loved playing with Slinky. This classic metal spring toy walks downstairs, alone or in pairs, and makes a slink-ity sound. First invented by mechanical engineer Richard James in 1943 during an experiment with tension coils. James accidentally dropped a spring on the floor and watched as it began to “walk.” Two years later, he introduced his walking spring toy in Gimbels Department Store, and the Slinky immediately sold out. Since its debut, over 300 million Slinkys have been sold worldwide. In 2000, this classic toy was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. Slinky is fun for a girl or a boy ages 5 and up. Everyone loves a Slinky.

Review: Wonderful Traditional Slinky Toy - Exactly as described, the old traditional slinky. They are made of metal and strong materials. Super fun to tap into some nostalgia. Exact size that I remember and great value for what you get. Better than the plastic ones.
Review: fun toy - durable, strong, heavy, very large, silver, nice

## Features

- Includes: Original Slinky Brand spring toy.
- There’s Only 1 Original: Introduce the next generation of creative kids with the iconic Original Slinky.
- That Memorable Sound: The unmistakable “slinkity” sound of a Slinky in motion adds rhythm and educational exploration to playtime.
- A Hands-on Toy: Sized 2.75 inches in diameter, the Original Slinky sits easily in the hand, and encourages lots of imaginative play and discovery.
- Family Fun: From stretching and wiggling to walking and jiggling, the Original Slinky gives families hours of entertainment possibilities.
- Share Slinky: Add multiple Slinky toys in various sizes and materials for lots of play and discovery. Each sold separately.
- Ages 5 and up.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00000IZKX |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #126 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1 in Spring & Wind-Up Toys |
| Brand Name | Just Play |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (50,655) |
| Educational Objective | stem |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00886144031014 |
| Included Components | The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 3 x 3 x 2.5 inches |
| Item Part Number | 60100 |
| Item Type Name | The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky |
| Item Weight | 0.38 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Just Play |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 144.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 60.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 03101 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Number | 03101 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | manual |
| Size | Small |
| Sub Brand | Slinky |
| Subject Character | Slinky |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Science |
| UPC | 886144031014 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

![The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813EVHG9BBL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does it walk down stairs**
A: No, it does not. It seems to be quite a bit smaller in diameter than the old ones and there was not enough ength to carry it forward. Unless your stair treads are very narrow, you won't be able to get it to walk down.

**Q: how many coils does this slinky has?**
A: I counted 77 coils. Each is 2.5 inch in diameter.  When compressed it is 2.25 inches long. Not long enough to perform as the original slinky

**Q: Why is a 2 pack $56.37?**
A: Yes, I was charged 49.99 for shipping!
5.85 for 2 , said the description..
I am fighting this, for sure

**Q: does it work on (thickly) carpeted stairs?**
A: Yes, as long as the stairs are short enough. Its likely that the carpet won't be the issue as much as the length of your stairs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Traditional Slinky Toy
*by C***R on March 23, 2026*

Exactly as described, the old traditional slinky. They are made of metal and strong materials. Super fun to tap into some nostalgia. Exact size that I remember and great value for what you get. Better than the plastic ones.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ fun toy
*by M***I on April 15, 2026*

durable, strong, heavy, very large, silver, nice

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Squirrel Preventative
*by K***R on April 2, 2026*

We got 2 Slinkies to prevent the squirrels from eating us out of house and home with our 2 feeders. Both feeders are hanging from Shepard poles and were under daily threat from the "Nut Faces." We attached the Slinkies from the top of the poles and let the remaining length simply hang down. TOTAL SUCCESS. The squirrels get on the pole and gently slide to the ground. After a few tries, they run across the street. No more daily filling of the feeders. I should mention also that the birds are not the least bit distracted by the Slinkies. As a matter of fact many times they perch on it and feed. This was the best investment we ever made to save our seed.

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- The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, 2.75-inch Diameter Metal Slinky, Fidget Toys
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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-04-26*