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Our Ways Studios Marvel Comics Stickers (sponsored link) ––

These things will always stop me in my tracks with their wonderful power. Even though I never could finish a Conan comic, my Marvel Universe includes him. I’m a product of my time.

Mummy Flashlight (sponsored link) —

This appears to be a little out of my collecting date range but that Mummy is so reminiscent of later Hammer stuff, it strikes a nerve.

Wonder Woman Roller Skates (sponsored link) —

When I did my Fan Expo panels about weird Superhero merchandise with my pal Sam Noir, I would always get a big laugh out of these and sadly, more Wonder Woman merchandise. In hindsight, honestly, nobody looked good in these Larami Rollerskates, and Wonder Woman isn’t even the worst one.

Imperial Toys Congo Gorilla (sponsored link) —

I love this toy but normally these were sold tagged and not carded, so I’m not sure I’ve ever seen it before like this.

Aviva Star Trek The Motion Picture Water Pistol (sponsored link) —

A friend of mine brought me a couple of these from a vacation in the 80s, yes we still talk. Next to the Mego line this is one of my favourite pieces from the motion picture, it’s crazy faithful for a cheap toy. I just wish they’d have used them more in the movie!

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Palitoy Action Girl Movie set (sponsored link)

Palitoy’s Action Girl was a really cool line of articulated fashion dolls with some interesting “Super Sets” including a space themed one this is wicked cool!

The idea of a fashion doll filming a historical drama shows a genuine care in creating an enjoyable and unique environment with these sets. 

Mayor McCheese Slippers (sponsored link)

So, when I was a kid, my grandparents had a shoe store in our local mall and they actually sold these! I desperately wanted a set but my parents told me they didn’t order in my size. Now, I just accepted that as a kid and haven’t thought of it since, but I do have a sneaking suspicion that my parents just thought they were ugly. I’m guessing that I’ll never find them in a 15 wide now.

McGruff the Crime Dog Table Ware (sponsored link)

Now you can not only take a bite out of crime but also a sip? I got nothing, google what happened to the McGruff voice actor if you haven’t already…

Sesame Street Grover Necklace (sponsored link)

My favourite Muppet of all time is Grover, it’s impossible for me to not smirk when I see him. I named my dog (a girl) “Grover” as a kid and my mother’s reading of the “Monster at the end of the book” inspired me to top it for my kids. Grover rules but let’s face it, he’s a crappy waiter.

Harlem Globetrotters Wizzard Wheel (sponsored link)

My friend Matt sent me this and I dig this beautiful and very 70s card art. The Globetrotters cartoon was a fave around these parts. It even inspired me to shoot hoops in my driveway for the entirety of the late 70s. I suck!

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Toy-Ventures Issue 13- Mego 1983 The actual cover will not be pixelated.

I am elated to announce that issue 13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine is now available for purchase and if I don’t say so myself, it’s a banger!

Now Available:

Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

Articles in this issue:

News: Mego Star Trek and Happy Days Prototypes Discovery

The Life Aquaman: Join Steve Fink as he shares what has to be the greatest Aquaman vintage toy collection in the world.

Aquaman toys article in Toy-Ventures issue 13.

The Way We Played: Christ Franklin discusses 80s mail-away action figure memories.

Mego 1983: We discuss Marty Abram’s recently uncovered plans for Mego in 1983, starting with the World’s Greatest Superheroes‘ very comprehensive reboot for the 80s.

Rack Toys: Star Trek The Motion Picture by Larami toys.

Planet of the Fun-Sized Mego Apes: Documenting the wonderfully quirky line of figurines by HCF.

Aviva Space Academy: Steve Stovall showcases this line based on the Filmation Saturday Morning Series.

Space Force: Chance Priest talks about this Sungold Brave Starr Knock Off, which may be the last use of the Mego molds.

Gamma! Gamma! Hey: Ken C talks about that incredibly elusive Remco Superhero toy, the Gamma Glow Machine.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue #13 comes directly from the publisher. You are getting a mint, brand-new copy of this magazine straight from the source

Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

The Blood-A-Rama Shock Festival Pack

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Knock Offs; Totally Unauthorized Action Figures the book

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George Kennedy Blue Knight Rack Toy (sponsored eBay link) –

If you’re a Plaid Stallions regular, you may know about my fascination with these “Blue Knight” rack toys by larami . I’ve never seen this show nor do I remember it but somebody at Larami really liked George Kennedy.

Death of a Fly rack toy (sponsored link) –

I put this in my book Rack Toys; not only is the title ponderous, but they misspelled “Spooky!” Comedy gold.

Bootleg Shogun Warriors Party Favours (sponsored eBay link) —

I would have been so all over these. Unfortunately, I didn’t seem to get invited to this kind of birthday parties.

Charlie Chan Pistol (sponsored eBay link) —

I missed the whole “Chan Clan” series by a couple of years as a kid so merch like this used to bamboozle me. I love the thug illustrations a beatnik and my 9th grade geography teacher Mr.Stubbs who was actually pretty chill.

Scooby Doo Diecast figure from Vanity Fair (sponsored eBay link) –

I have never seen one of these before; I had no idea Vanity Fair (more known for radios) produced figures of any kind, let alone Scooby Doo characters! So cool.

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Dracula Super 8 film (affiliate link) —

My friend Courteney sent me this and I dig that Dracula is a swipe of the Aurora model kit. Such things were more common in the pre-style guide Wild West.

Glasslite Street Hawk figure from Brazil (eBay Link) —

I talked about Kenner’s plan for Street Hawk a while back, but Glasslite of Brazil got it done, and it’s pretty awesome! I don’t have the cash for this lot but wow, it’s pretty neat.

Captain America Cosmic Ray Light Gun (affiliate Link) —

Every kid knows that Captain America is nothing without his Cosmic Ray Light Gun with the dodgy AA battery!

Dr. Pepper/Welcome Back Kotter shirt (affiliate link) —-

I’ve never heard of this weird cross promotion between the Sweathogs and Dr. Pepper! I love the art on this. Also Lawrence Hilton Jacobs is an underrated actor IMHO.

Krofft Super Show Chalk Board (Affiliate Link) 

I have such a strong bond with the Krofft Supershow especially the season of  Wonderbug, Dr. Shrinker and Electra Woman and Dynagirl. I’d really like to own this but I can’t display it.

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Original Mattel Pulsar commercial Reel (eBay Link)\

Normally I’d buy this piece of history and transfer it but it’s been a pricey week and I’ve already bought three reels. The seller also has the Kenner Maskatron commercial reel as well.

Mego Elastic Superman (eBay link)–

I think these things are both dumb and awesome. I mean a stretchable Superman may make sense for a Red Kryptonite story but not for a toy. Another thing is these toys were simply not made to last people. It’s like buying something that will break your heart.

Sorry that got melancholy, i tragically lost my Supes to leakage a few years back….

Larami Captain America Pistol Rack Toy (eBay Link)–

I featured this in Rack Toys but I’m working on a presentation about weird Superhero merchandise and this one is a favourite. Cap is packing a Luger, a cover swipe from Captain America 164, and the company whitewashed Night Shade!

70s Shazam marvel Family T-Shirt (eBay Link)

I am always surprised when I look through 70s clothing; there is always a t-shirt or pyjama top that I’ve seen before. Case in point: this awesome Robb Roy shirt of the Marvel Family fighting mythical beasts.

Hasbro Wonder Woman board game (eBay Link) —

Hasbro made three different Wonder Woman board games over ten years; this is the “middle child” landing in 1974. It’s the one I’ve seen the least, and I dig its funky off-model artwork.

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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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Batman Letraset set (eBay Link) —

Letraset is, to me, the superior version of Presto Magix; it’s just magical. My dream is to own someday or reproduce the Doctor Who set without the BBC hunting me down and killing me.

Evel Knievel Kid Cycle (eBay Link) —

I wonder how many kids tried to jump stuff on the least aerodynamic vehicle every made? I’m guessing 100 bajillion or possibly more.

Planet of the Apes Periscope (eBay Link)-—

As a love of all things Apes, I struggle with such paraphernalia. It’s gorgeous in its own right, but I must have boundaries…

J.J. Armes and his interchangeable Bio-Kinetic Hands (eBay Link)–

Man alive, I remember seeing the commercial on Saturday Morning just before my family hit the Woolco that afternoon. All I had on my mind was getting that sweet J.J Armes doll but it wasn’t there. Years later I’d find out this was based on a (still alive!) real guy, which just added layers to it all. 

Carded Fisher Price Adventure People Clawtron (eBay Link) —

If you haven’t watched the latest episode of Toy Talk Show, the Clawtron and the Fisher Price Adventure People are highly influential and even though this card is knackered, it doesn’t matter. Enjoy an awesome toy. 

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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 10 now but still have a limited supply of our back issues; please visit our Shop for more information.

Get the Official Tura Satana Action Figure

We co-produced this amazing action figure with White Elephant Toyz; it’s an 8″ Mego Style Officially Licensed Tura Satana figure with a beautiful box by Joeseph Linsner! Get yours while supplies last.

Knock Offs; Totally Unauthorized Action Figures the book

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Larami was well known for some of my favourite Rack Toy output in the 1970s and 80s. However, the one thing that I am mildly obsessed with for their oddity is the so-called “Super Heroes Skates.” They’re cheap roller skates shaped like Super Heroes or are they Super Heroes shaped like Roller Skates? They all look chubby and as if they’re being held against their will. Wonder Woman especially looks non-plussed. Sure you can make these but did anyone ask why? 

The Super Heroes Skates must have sold well as Larami carried them for about 3 years.

As a kid, I tried a pair of cheap skates like this and got my knee skinned after meeting my first pebble. I still look at these things and feel that.

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Our latest book is “Knock-Offs: Totally Unauthorized Action Figures” a love letter to cheeky copyright-infringing toys. You can get this new book via the PlaidStallions Shop, On Amazon (Affiliate Link) or eBay (eBay Link)

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Sid and Marty Krofft’s “Land of the Lost” is not only one of their best-known shows, it’s also one of their most merchandisable.

Larami Toys went to town with the license and released a slew of low-cost Rack Toys that range from logical to absolutely bonkers.

The majority of these toys are nonsensical label slaps but where Larami always shone was the card design. Each one of these packages is unique and eye-catching making for an incredible display of colour.

The Prehistoric Monsters (not sure why they didn’t call them Dinosaurs) are such a no-brainer for Land of the Lost. However my favourite on this page is the safari shooter, that art is stunning. I have one on my wall. I do love seeing Enik on cards though.

Stuff like the Wilderness sets and compasses are perfect fits for Land of the Lost, although the guns and the moonbase rocket, not so much….

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That’s why we created Toy-Ventures magazine, an old-school print publication dedicated to vintage toys from the 1960s to the 1990s. Each issue is packed with never before seen images and information written by some of the top collectors. We’ve got six issues and climbing; please check our page here or visit our store.

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Lee Falk’s The Phantom AKA the Ghost who walks isn’t quite the household name that Batman is, but he has occasionally gotten some merchandise. Most notably in the mid-1980s “Defenders of the Earth” toy range. One series that deserves more attention is the Rack Toys made by Larami. Produced in 1975, these toys are mainly “label slap” items that would be sold under other banners such as “Tarzan” or “Planet of the Apes,” but there are some entertaining gems in here and just terrific packaging art.

I saw that Jungle Playset once on eBay and I missed it; it’s still in my “top five must-have” Rack Toys. I’ve owned a very similar set for Tarzan by Fleetwood.  I also want to point out that the Phantom is riding a pterodactyl on the other card. Is he known for such things? That seems more of Tarzan’s bag.

One thing that sets The Phantom Rack Toys apart from others is he carries a gun and that makes sense to market toy guys with his brand. Squirting cameras however seem more like Peter Parkers thing.

The Super Snake is a gift shop staple to this day but it doesn’t have an amazing card back like this one. The archery set may not fly today.

The look of pure joy on the Phantom’s face on the flying saucers is infectious.

I wish the African Safari included a Phantom figure, although I guess you could pretend that’s Kit Walker…

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Our newest book “Knock-Offs: Totally, Unauthorized Action Figures,” is now available. It’s 130 pages of bootleg goodness.
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Mego Knock Off Headquarters– The leading group discussing 70s Dime store knock-offs and bootleg action figures, we talk vintage toys and not others. We know the difference between Astro Apes and Action Apeman.  It’s a fun group where we talk about Lincoln International, AHI, Mighty Gary, Tomland, Bogi, Demo Man, Mortoys, and other generic greats.

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