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Lincoln Monsters brings back the Retro Monster action figure

Lincoln Monsters brings back the Retro Monster action figure Toronto, Ontario, October 31, 2023- A vintage toy brand is rising from the grave! “Lincoln Monsters”  is a new collaboration from White Elephant Toyz, Absolutely Retro and Plaid Stallions, who have joined forces to make dimestore retro monsters. The name is inspired by the legendary knock-off […]

Vintage Mego: Mego Mystery SOLVED!

Tonight at 9:30: Vintage Mego is back with a mind-blowing update; for decades, Mego collectors have wondered, “Who is this guy?” and, well, we finally know his name. #brickmantooth #megomuseum #mego If you want to read about this, check out Toy-Ventures Issue 11 with features an article about this discovery: https://plaidstallions.com/reboot/product/plaid-stallions-toy-ventures-magazine-issue-11-tonka-steel-monsters/ #mego #megomuseum #actionfigures Mego […]

1977 Donny and Marie Osmond Rack Toy Catalog (Gordy International)

The popularity of the Sid and Marty Krofft-produced “Donny and Marie” television show spawned a plethora of merchandise, most famously the fashion doll line from Mattel. However, the show was so popular, it was “Rack Toy” popular and Gordy International, a prolific 1970s impulse toy maker, issued a special catalog of merchandise to follow suit. […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

Remco Wonder Woman Utility Belt (eBay Link) – I’m an ardent fan of the Remco Utility belt and breaker of at least two. While the quality varied from character to character, this Wonder Woman set was particularly great; every girl on my street had one.  Remco Star Trek Astro-Train (eBay Link) — Speaking of Remco, […]

Pod Stallions Shorts: New TV shows for 1978

Another Pod Stallions video short; this time, J & B check out the new fall TV season for 1978. WKRP! Taxi! Battlestar Galactica and a pile of shows you’ve probably never seen or remember. We also check out some “youth-orientated shows” from the 1970s, like Delta House.     Join our weekly newsletter. The Super […]

Toy-Ventures: Fisher Price Adventure People Score!

Toy-Ventures set up at Ajax Collector Con this past weekend, and not only did I saw some fantastic vintage toys, but went home with something amazing. You won’t want to miss this if you’re a ’70s Fisher Price Adventure People fan.   #toyventures #toyshow #actionfigures   Join our weekly newsletter. The Super Collector Newsletter combines all […]

WKRP Sing along

With no offense to Daddy Warbucks, the Dukes of Hazzard or the Smurfs but the WKRP record player is hands down the best one made in the 1980s. The “Sing Along” aspect allowed you to actually “Be” Dr. Johnny Fever or Venus Flytrap but likely no kid wanted to be Bucky.  Also, I want to […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

Fisher Price Sesame Street Playhouse (eBay Link) – I cannot tell you all the hours of fun I had with this thing as a kid and later with my kids. This set now rests in my storage unit, awaiting grandchildren (of which there is no rush). I love this toy like an old friend.   […]

Toy-Ventures: The Great Toy Trek Part 1

Toy-Ventures: The Great Toy Trek Part 1     Toy-Ventures hits the road, and this time, I’m not alone. My wife joins me on a 500-mile journey as we hit flea markets, Antique Malls, thrift shops and comic shops across Ontario. Places Visited: One of a Kind Antique Mall https://www.oneofakindantiquemall.com/ Dark Matter Toys https://www.facebook.com/DarkMatterToys/ Heroes […]