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How to Collect Action Figures
Colin Dorman asked: This short guide will help you decide what you want to collect, how to start collecting and the best places to look for action figures.The information is particularly aimed at the action figure collector but much of the advise is applicable no matter what you are thing of collecting, whether it’s stamps, ...Read more.
Do You Need to Have Your Action Figures Professionally Graded?
Colin Dorman asked: Professional GradingIt is because of the problems and unreliability of the C-Scale grading system that the demand for an internationally recognized and accepted grading system grew and led to the explosion in the professional action figure grading services.Do You Need Professional Grading?If you plan on selling any of your action figures, particularly ...Read more.
Vintage German Halloween – Vintage Halloween Memorabilia From Germany
Emma Martin asked: For Halloween memorabilia collectors, German vintage Halloween items dating from the period between the two World Wars are the most highly sought after. According to Mark Ledenbach, the author of Vintage Halloween Collectibles, the prime years were 1919 to 1935.Halloween isn’t traditionally celebrated in Germany. The German holiday, Walpurgis, which takes place ...Read more.
Collecting Toy Soldiers – Marx Military Playsets
Jenni Kerala asked: Before the start of World War II, action figures were already some of the most popular toys among little boys. During those days, military action figures and their complementary accessories were usually in the wish lists of kids for Christmas and birthdays.Toy soldiers made by Marx during 1930s and the 1940s were ...Read more.
Barbie, and Other Famous Vintage Doll Lines
Connie Limon asked: Today, the Mattel Toy Company employs approximately 25,000 people worldwide. Their vision is to be the world’s premier toy brands – today and tomorrow.The famous Mattel Toy Company: How did it all begin?Ruth and Elliot Handler and Harold “Matt” Matson started a new company named Mattel in 1945. They started this company ...Read more.
Collectible Action Figures – Is About Fun Memories And More Money
Royce Armstrong asked: Superhero action figures first stormed the doors of department stores and toy stores nearly 35 years ago. Constructed of various kinds of plastic and clothed in uniforms, costumes and capes G.I. Joe, Superman, Spiderman, the Lone Ranger and others marched, flew and rode off store shelves and into our lives. After short ...Read more.
Evolution of GI Joe Action Figures
Natalie Aranda asked: The story of G.I. Joe started with an American cartoon soldier created in 1942 and spawned a sizable industry over a few decades. GI Joe action figures have inspired many young American to serve the country and defend the nation. The Official G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club has held the annual meeting for ...Read more.
Collecting Marx Toy Soldiers, Action Figures and Playsets – Classic Toys from Louis Marx and Company
Jenni Kerala asked: Do an instant survey about things collectors usually collect, and for sure, you would come up with a list that would include toy soldiers and playsets from toy manufacturer, Louis Marx and Company. No wonder about it. Collecting Marx action figures is one of the most popular hobbies and past times of ...Read more.
Marvel Action Figures
Peter Gitundu asked: With so many superheroes nowadays and many super-villains as well, there is no doubt that there is a toy for all off them. We have read the comic books; we have seen them on TV as cartoons, as well as blockbuster movies of characters like the Fantastic Four, Wolverine, X men, Daredevil, ...Read more.
What Action Figures Are Collectible?
Colin Dorman asked: What’s Collectible? How do you know which action figures are collectible or will be collectible? Much of it is guess work or gut feeling. Part of it is an educated guess. A big part is knowing your market and target audience. So…What added guidance and help can I give you? In short ...Read more.