Did you know there are several variations.
Where is the COO on a Vintage Rancor Monster. ?
For many years I thought that the vintage Return of The Jedi Rancor Monster did not have a COO. But alas can be found in his armpit. As far as I know all Rancors have the exact same coo. Find anything different would love to hear about it- Happy collecting. !!
Star Wars Vintage Kenner figures with more than one date of manufacture how many are there ?
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The Vintage Kenner toy line spanned 8 years from 1977 to 1985. The figures with 1977 dates hit the store shelves for the 1978 Christmas season. Over the years there have been a few figure that actually carry more than one date of manufacture on them.
The first is the original R2-D2- which can be found with both a 1977, and a few with 1978, although the latter is very rare.
This is likely the result of a a result of the mold for R5-D4, which also can be found with both a 1977 and 1978 date. The R5-D4 is most often found with a 1978, although he can be found with a no coo and a MIHK 1977 mark.
Lando Skiff Guard can be found with a 1982 and 1983 date. the 1982 only it appears on any Made in Mexico Lili Ledy figures. The 1982 is much more valuable here in the USA.
The last figure to be found with two dates is Barada. which has a 1984 that is very rare and issued it appears mostly in Europe, and 1985. The 1985 is common can be found on both baggie figures as well as card back figures.
There are numerous other figures that have no date, or no coo, or a date /coo that has been cut off. There are hundreds of Coo mark variations , all which I show in my guide. So to answer the question 4. But wait there’s more…
1995 a collectors box set was releases with a vintage style Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Chewbacca, and Han solo, They resemble the original figs, but are a new mold. These are dated 1995 and made in China.
The more recent Retro collection has added to the mix a whole slew of newer dated figures so be aware. It’s always good to look over the legs and the butt…. of your action figures…. You people…
happy collecting
Vintage compared to repro AT-AT Chin guns how to Identify.
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The reproduction AT-AT chin guns for the Kenner 1980 Imperial Walker are nearly identical to the originals. There are some differences here is how to identify them.
Original is shown on the top on all photos.
here is what to look for.
The original chin guns has a frosty look to the front of the cannon-the round hole is also distinct and deeper. On the repro version the front is the same gloss consistency as the rest of the cannon, and the round hole is rather shallow.
The body of both are near exact. the only other difference is as the end – where they bend to catch the light forth lightbulb.
– On the vintage one it is rounded, and looks polished – where on the repro it looks more cut-
All in all the repro guns look excellent. although to the purist, this should help you identify a reproduction.
Reproduction R2-D2 Card back – what to look for on reproduction card backs.
How to identify a reproduction Kenner 12 back Star Wars card back – some tips and what to look for.
repro 12 back R2-D2 card.
Reproduction card backs are becoming more prevalent on the market. Some dubious sellers are trying to sell them as new. Here are some tips and what to look for.
-Hanger location – Correct location and cut on the right should be centered above the T also note the color of the repro card back a lighter gray card.
repro left orignal right. 
-Bubble- Its pretty obvious here the repro bubble on the left . note size and edges.
repro left. original right 
-Fonts- the price font is incorrect – the number font is also incorrect. Ages 4 and up incorrect font when compared to the original .
original left repro right 
Blister seal on bubble- should have a pebbled look to card
Color of card and sheen are different on repro cards. they are flatter less glossy and smoother in finish .
The figures on tases cards are most likely authentic, although it is hard to say with our close inspection all the accessories are. Beware of Fakes. Happy collecting.
2022 4th Edition is here !
Well, that took a while. Keeping up with changing prices in the marketplace has been most challenging. If your a collector looks like your collection is increasing in value quite well. Finally the Update is online !
The now update has about 20 more pages, more variants- more info – more pictures. including deep dive in to repro items, boxes, cardbacks, weapons.
For those who have purchased, thanks expect an email for a free updated version. Thanks to all and enjoy !
R2-D2 COO Sticker variations
Take a close look at your R2-D2 stickers did you know there are variations of the sticker itself. Some which specific to the particular COO mark.
R2 has become a much harder figure to get in excellent condition in the recent years and you should always make sure your sticker is not a reproduction. See more info in my guide on Star Wars action figure variations.
1979 Kenner Product Catalog A look inside
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Page Images from 1979 Kenner Products Catalog. It is crazy to look at the figures shown in the stills and think of the value all three Double Telescoping Figures, and a Vinyl Cape Jawa. The catalog premiers Boba Fett with the concept art pictures as well. Look and drool. Concept Catalogs have been becoming increasingly popular to collectors and are rare prices are going form $200 and up for issues, – the Oldest being the rarest.
MAD About Star Wars
In this MAD world, a refreshing tour of Star Wars covers through the years.
