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Custom Igor from Hilarious House of Frightenstein (affiliate Link)

I had to put this on because I made it….with the help of some talented friends. It was an exclusive we did for a con we called “Mego North” which was the digest Canadian equivalent of a Mego Meet. It was something I’m really happy I did. I’m not sure if the asking price is the “going rate” for what is a custom, but I’m just surprised one popped up.

Vintage kid’s Charlies Angels Shirt (affiliate Link)

I never really got into this show as a kid, but my wife eventually pointed out some of its more camp elements, so I appreciate it more now.

Hunter Rack Toy Set by Largo (affiliate Link)
I used to really dig Hunter as a cynical teen, mainly because the show wanted to be a Dirty Harry. But it’s TV, so it couldn’t really be as gritty when people are saying, “You better pay me my STINKING money, Maaaaannn!” The episode where Hunter goes undercover as a punk is not at “Quincy” levels, but it’s still fun. Also, Fred Dryer was likable and sold the concept.

The only difference between this set and 70s versions of the theme is that the gun could no longer be black.

Palitoy Action Man The Intruder (affiliate Link)

As a kid, this was the only member of the GI Joe Super Adventure Team that I did not have and also, did not request. I mean if one fell in my lap as a kid, OK but I wasn’t all that sold on the concept. Had I seen the Palitoy UK box for this character, I may have changed my mind, they really nailed this kind of thing.

Here’s a video on the subject I did.

Filmation Superboy Animation Cel (Affiliate Link) –

If there is any testament to the power of Filmation, it’s that I could hear the music when I saw this. I grew up on the Filmation Superhero cartoons and it was time well spent.

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Toy-Ventures returns to cover our biggest event of the year, Mego Meet, held at Zolo Con in Warminster, PA. This was a true blast of vintage, modern, and Custom Mego action figures. I hope you’ll check out this incredible feast of vintage toys!

Mike Zolotorow, Krista Schmidt and the entire Zolo-Con Family.
Jason Scheiermeyer of White Elephant Toyz
Paul “Dr. Mego” Clarke of Mego Corporation.
Scott Brown -Cool Retro Pop
Kevin Fiore, Scott Fiore and the entire Fiore clan.
Frank Wojo of Absolutely Retro
Todd @Tiny Plastic Men
Paul Wasson Lasermego.com
John Coe Creations
Mark Huckabone from Heroes Online
Brent Sorensen of Brentzdollz
Vin Carnabuci (and family) from Vin’s Universe.
Seth Buckely from Seth Buckley’s Toyland
Mike “MegoZilla” Jimenez
Amber Zombie and Stitch
Steve Stovall from Super Joe Unlimited

And to all of you who attended Mego Meet and contributed to the spirit intended. You put the “Meet” in “Mego Meet,” and it was a true pleasure to get to know you.

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Mighty Hercules

While my biggest regret was not buying the entire dump bin of MIB video games that were a quarter, I did manage this gem.

A two-pack of “Mighty Hercules” and “Speed Racer,” and I just realized now that this might have been a not-for-rent sample, but I think the statute of limitations is long past. The shows had the same distributor, Transluxe, hence being marketed together.

As a Toronto area kid, I was treated to “The Mighty Hercules” on Global Television in the 3rd grade. It was from the 1960s, but I was into Greek mythology at that point, and hey, it was a cartoon where a guy punched bad guys. What can I say? I have simple tastes. Now on the cynical side, the show had a Canadian voice cast (like the 67 Spider-Man) and somehow I think that helped get around Canadian Content or “CanCon” laws at the time (See Bob and Doug McKenzie.) 

The main reason I bought this tape was that it contained the very first episode of the series. Which I can now share below thanks to YouTube.

A lot of the atmosphere in that pilot didn’t transfer to the series, and I would obsess about catching it the days it would air (also see that “Battle of the Planets” where Zoltar wass unmasked, OMG). The show was still beautiful, but everything got tightened up. I remember watching the show intently, trying to copy the characters with my sketch pad, I learned a lot from it’s style,  so the show is near and dear to me. 

This LP record was the only other Mighty Hercules item I’ve ever obtained.

However, my holy grail is to own one of these replica rings sold in the 1960s (that I can’t find.) According to the show’s rules, I could beat up ten guys with that ring, but I am in trouble if there are a dozen.

Mighty Hercules Rack Toy Ring

Ten years ago (!) my friend Sam Noir made these limited Custom Mego Mighty Hercules figures for a Comic Con I’m not sure I attended. I regret not buying one!

PS I hate Newton, I hate Newton.

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Do you miss print toy magazines? I sure did; that’s why I created Toy Ventures. A full-colour print magazine that celebrates toys from the 1960s to the 1980s. It features collector guides, interviews and even some satire. We’re on issue 12 now but still have a limited supply of our back issues; please visit our Shop for more information.

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Toy-Ventures returns with a tribute to one of my favourite Science Fiction shows of all time, Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s UFO. This cool-looking series only ran a single season but there is plenty of awesome merchandise from all over the world.

We look at Eidai Grip, Dinky toys, Custom Mego, 16 mm films, Imai model kits, Collegeville Halloween costumes, Lunchboxes and a lot more.

INTRODUCING THE BIG BUNDLE OR THE EVERYTHING WE GOT SPECIAL

This limited edition set includes both books, all six magazines (with available premiums) and a Captain Canuck action figure. It’s a $150 value for a great price. I only can make six of these, so don’t wait.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 6- PlaidStallions

Issue 6 of Toy-Ventures ships next week, order now from our shop and get a free Star Team Poster by legendary artist Dave Waugh!

Our newest book “Knock-Offs: Totally, Unauthorized Action Figures” is now available. It’s 130 pages of bootleg goodness.
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