The #3500 Count Down Rocket Launcher seems almost totally out of sync with the rest of the Nylint line. But, it was clever. It was also fragile. Finding a complete, unbroken example is getting tougher. By the way, the colors of the various brands of rockets were not always consistent from set to set.
A particularly vulnerable piece on this set was the rocket lifting tower. Its tall slender profile made it the most likely piece to be snapped off by a careless "rocketeer." When carefully operated it was used to remove each rocket from its temporary stand and move it into the firing position. Easier said than done.
First "World Famous" phrase seen on a Nylint toy.
Some dials were white. Abell rang as each number was "counted down" before launch.
Another nifty feature is this "Stand Clear" sign that automatically raises as the count down proceeds, giving everyone ample warning to keep their head out of the way.
