Tag Archives: 3 3/4 inch figure

Equipment: Walmart Collector Con-G.I. Retro Collection

Growing up in the 1980’s 3 ¾ inch G.I. Joes were the norm. The return of the 12 inch Joes didn’t happen until the mid-1990’s so for many fans of G.I. Joe, the 3 ¾ size is the preferred collectible. … Continue reading

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Equipment: Hasbro Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Imperial Troop Transport Vehicle Available for Pre-Order

Back in 1979 Kenner produced the Imperial Troop Transporter vehicle toy. This toy wasn’t in any movie or television show it was a concept that Kenner decided to produce. The Imperial Troop Transporter could carry 6 prisoners/troopers in the side … Continue reading

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Equipment: No Love for Joe. How the 50th Anniversary was Just a Sad Farewell to the Greatest Action Figure of All Time

This year the chain store Target ran a television ad asking the Christmas question, “What D’ya get?” The commercial had a Barbie and several other toys including plastic army men who were all curious about the unseen gift. I know … Continue reading

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