This vintage-style robot reflects the Golden Age of the Japanese tin-toy industry. It's a modern replica of the classic early-'60s Cragstan model manufactured by now defunct Japanese brand Yonezawa. The original robots are very scarce and extremely expensive.

The cute boxy design with its chest full of gauges and nuclear fission belt buckle is enough to defuse cold-war atomic angst, and its "U Turn" action adds further cuddliness as this little critter waddles in circles on its paddle feet.

Standing four inches (10cm) tall, Mr. Atomic is the perfect size to perch on your desktop and inspire you.