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Toy Federation Podcast
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Hardest Vintage Toys to Complete...
Hardest Vintage Toys to Complete...
Main Channel
www.youtube.com/@toyfederation
Our Toy Show
www.retro-toycon.com
Producer Channel
www.youtube.com/ @ToyAttics
In the world of vintage toy collecting, certain figures and sets from the biggest toy lines-Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), G.I. Joe, Masters of the Universe (MOTU), Transformers, and Thundercats-stand out not only for their desirability but also for their rarity. These items are the Holy Grail for collectors and often the hardest for vintage toy stores to acquire.
Star Wars
Arguably the most iconic toy line, vintage Star Wars figures, particularly from the original Kenner line (1977-1985), are highly coveted. Among the rarest are the:
Vinyl Cape Jawa: Early production Jawas featured a vinyl cape before Kenner switched to a cloth version. The vinyl cape variant is now extremely rare.
Blue Snaggletooth: Included exclusively in the 1978 Sears Cantina Adventure Set, this figure was later corrected to a shorter red version, making the blue variant a rare find.
Double Telescoping Lightsaber Figures: Early Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and Obi-Wan Kenobi figures had lightsabers that extended in two parts. These were soon replaced by a single telescoping version, making the double telescoping figures highly sought after.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT)
TMNT figures from the late 1980s and early 1990s by Playmates are nostalgic treasures. Some of the hardest to find include:
Scratch the Cat: Released in 1993, this figure had a limited release and was not well distributed, making it one of the rarest and most expensive TMNT figures.
Hot Spot: Another late release, this Dalmatian firefighter figure had a similarly limited distribution, adding to its rarity and value.
Undercover Raphael: Part of the original line, this variant featuring Raphael in a trench coat and hat is a rare find, especially complete with accessories.
G.I. Joe
Hasbro's G.I. Joe figures, particularly from the 1980s “Real American Hero” line, feature some exceptionally rare pieces:
1982 Snake Eyes (Straight Arm): The first version of Snake Eyes with straight arms was quickly replaced with a swivel-arm version, making the original a rare collectible.
1985 USS Flagg: This massive aircraft carrier playset is highly sought after, particularly complete and in good condition.
1993 Gold Head Steel Brigade: A mail-away exclusive with a unique gold helmet, this figure is rare and highly prized among collectors.
Masters of the Universe (MOTU)
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe line from the 1980s includes several rare and desirable figures:
1983 Wonder Bread He-Man: An elusive variant with dark brown hair and black belt, rumored to be a promotional figure, is one of the most mysterious and sought-after in the line.
Laser Power He-Man and Laser Light Skeletor: Released only in Europe towards the end of the line, these figures are extremely rare and highly valued.
Eternia Playset: The largest playset in the MOTU line, it is notoriously difficult to find complete due to its many parts and accessories.
Transformers
Hasbro’s Transformers, particularly Generation 1 (1984-1990), are highly collectible:
Fortress Maximus: The largest G1 Transformer, complete with all accessories, is a rare find.
Megatron (Pre-Rub Sign): Early versions of Megatron without the rub sign are harder to find and more valuable.
Blue Bluestreak: Although only seen in promotional materials and catalogs, the blue variant of Bluestreak has become a legendary rarity among collectors.
Thundercats
LJN’s Thundercats line (1985-1987) features several hard-to-find figures:
Tygra (Young): Released only in Brazil, this younger version of Tygra is a rare and prized figure.
Stinger: A vehicle from the final wave, Stinger is notoriously hard to find complete with all parts.
Astral Moat Monster: An exclusive mail-away figure, this unique character is one of the rarest in the Thundercats line.
These toys are not just plastic and paint; they are relics of a cherished past, embodying the imaginations of millions of children. For vintage toy stores, obtaining these rare items is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor, as they are the crown jewels of any collection and the dream of every nostalgic fan.
Main Channel
www.youtube.com/@toyfederation
Our Toy Show
www.retro-toycon.com
Producer Channel
www.youtube.com/ @ToyAttics
In the world of vintage toy collecting, certain figures and sets from the biggest toy lines-Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), G.I. Joe, Masters of the Universe (MOTU), Transformers, and Thundercats-stand out not only for their desirability but also for their rarity. These items are the Holy Grail for collectors and often the hardest for vintage toy stores to acquire.
Star Wars
Arguably the most iconic toy line, vintage Star Wars figures, particularly from the original Kenner line (1977-1985), are highly coveted. Among the rarest are the:
Vinyl Cape Jawa: Early production Jawas featured a vinyl cape before Kenner switched to a cloth version. The vinyl cape variant is now extremely rare.
Blue Snaggletooth: Included exclusively in the 1978 Sears Cantina Adventure Set, this figure was later corrected to a shorter red version, making the blue variant a rare find.
Double Telescoping Lightsaber Figures: Early Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and Obi-Wan Kenobi figures had lightsabers that extended in two parts. These were soon replaced by a single telescoping version, making the double telescoping figures highly sought after.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT)
TMNT figures from the late 1980s and early 1990s by Playmates are nostalgic treasures. Some of the hardest to find include:
Scratch the Cat: Released in 1993, this figure had a limited release and was not well distributed, making it one of the rarest and most expensive TMNT figures.
Hot Spot: Another late release, this Dalmatian firefighter figure had a similarly limited distribution, adding to its rarity and value.
Undercover Raphael: Part of the original line, this variant featuring Raphael in a trench coat and hat is a rare find, especially complete with accessories.
G.I. Joe
Hasbro's G.I. Joe figures, particularly from the 1980s “Real American Hero” line, feature some exceptionally rare pieces:
1982 Snake Eyes (Straight Arm): The first version of Snake Eyes with straight arms was quickly replaced with a swivel-arm version, making the original a rare collectible.
1985 USS Flagg: This massive aircraft carrier playset is highly sought after, particularly complete and in good condition.
1993 Gold Head Steel Brigade: A mail-away exclusive with a unique gold helmet, this figure is rare and highly prized among collectors.
Masters of the Universe (MOTU)
Mattel’s Masters of the Universe line from the 1980s includes several rare and desirable figures:
1983 Wonder Bread He-Man: An elusive variant with dark brown hair and black belt, rumored to be a promotional figure, is one of the most mysterious and sought-after in the line.
Laser Power He-Man and Laser Light Skeletor: Released only in Europe towards the end of the line, these figures are extremely rare and highly valued.
Eternia Playset: The largest playset in the MOTU line, it is notoriously difficult to find complete due to its many parts and accessories.
Transformers
Hasbro’s Transformers, particularly Generation 1 (1984-1990), are highly collectible:
Fortress Maximus: The largest G1 Transformer, complete with all accessories, is a rare find.
Megatron (Pre-Rub Sign): Early versions of Megatron without the rub sign are harder to find and more valuable.
Blue Bluestreak: Although only seen in promotional materials and catalogs, the blue variant of Bluestreak has become a legendary rarity among collectors.
Thundercats
LJN’s Thundercats line (1985-1987) features several hard-to-find figures:
Tygra (Young): Released only in Brazil, this younger version of Tygra is a rare and prized figure.
Stinger: A vehicle from the final wave, Stinger is notoriously hard to find complete with all parts.
Astral Moat Monster: An exclusive mail-away figure, this unique character is one of the rarest in the Thundercats line.
These toys are not just plastic and paint; they are relics of a cherished past, embodying the imaginations of millions of children. For vintage toy stores, obtaining these rare items is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor, as they are the crown jewels of any collection and the dream of every nostalgic fan.
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Love the show. Wish we had a West Coast installment. The closest thing I can think of is Frank and Son's
The first toy r us opened in Washington Dc in 1948, im from the UK and i specifically remember the first one opening around 1984.
And Hamleys was the first EVER toy shop opened back in 1740!!
You know what the American toy store is today. Walmart
Resident evil palisades?
Ryan is my AFT: Action Figure Therapist. I discovered this channel last year while taking some time off sick from work. Work was making me sick. So I quit. Now, I'm a full-time artist. No longer sick because I'm doing what I was born to do. AFT. Thank you, Ryan. You're GREAT!
Talk about ninja Turtles I would love to see and hear about all the turtles you have in your shop. I see bits and pieces when I watch different videos, but I never really see a video focused on all the turtles cause I know they got some rare ones
Service was a catalog company, but they did have toys and things on shelves too.
Are you guys not doing podcasts anymore? They were great!!
i should bring in my whole signed collection of star wars im in piedmont to lol
My mom let my nephew open my sealed 80’s Barbies while I was at work and he ripped the heads off of them. I’m still devastated about it and it’s been 15 years.
I don’t even collect toys but these guys are just chill nice people. I wish they had a store in California. I would go in and buy something just for the experience.
18:45 the trick is to slice the tape on the wrapping paper, carefully unwrap the gifts, then place new tape over the old... making your intrusion undetectable. Truly spy level skills for an 8 year old =).
This was,a very good job on a round table esk. Meeting of diff positions or viewpoints on the hobby.. we definitely need a TF2 and considering the straight truth is in the south east there are very few if any as straight foward and fair and the Disneyland quote is very true...
Funko pops were like a plague. New figures coming out, why not copy the funko look. That ugly look was everywhere.
Gotta love people hearing "no" then trying to argue you out of it. And by that I mean you hate to see it.
What about the American Gladiator toy line ? !!
Sometimes. It's not good if you sell low volume. Fees too high.
Any Toy Shows in The West Coast??
100% Tradewinds Toys was a Scientology Company that made Ethan Hunt figures 😆 OMG. Wow!
Mike Zeck is awesome! I had three posters on my wall when I was a kid in the eighties: The John Romita Spider-Man poster everyone had. The Frank Miller DareDevil poster everyone had. And a bad@$$ poster of Captain America fighting gangsters by Mike Zeck! I have a signed framed print of it now but between Zeck's Joe covers and Punisher mini series, I quickly became a fan.
I enjoy all these videos but I'm noticed something. Ryan talks to people not with them. Sometimes he cuts off customers just to talk to them and hear himself speak about his view on toys. Everyone just agrees with him while he blabs away - its the George Lucas effect. Hey Ryan - develop communication and listening skills...not all about your view dude and speak up everyone else your opinion on things matter.
I’ve also never heard him thank ANY ONE of those many people who brings him boxes and “paperwork”. The words “Thank you, I appreciate it.” just don’t seem to be in his selfish vocabulary.
Why'd the podcasts die
Put out more content lol I’ve watched reruns so many times already but I love it!
I miss the podcast. It was always so relaxing to listen to
I started collecting 70-80s Star Wars in the mid to late nineties. Ended seeking my collection for just north of $2000. I did get ripped off by a toy collector that sold me an ev-9d9 figure that he glued the arms into. But that was the rarest one I had at that time.
A lot of blah blah that never answered the question. What happened to toy stores?
‼️Not a problem that anybody older than eleven should ever have 🫃🏻
Love your show ❤️ 💕. Yet the other guy, sales products that have qc issues and overcharges everything nycc garbage dude
please more podcasts guys love your stuff
I personally dont understand the fun of collecting Funko Pops. I am glad I stay away from it.
I googled it.. Funko pays licensing fees. Funko typically pays a royalty of 15-16% on these licenses. Just an fyi
My first comics I started collecting was 2000ad ! I still have it and it’s from 1987 and I was 8 when I got it !!!
It’s not hard to post stuff out ! I call bs on that ! And the only reason I would like if you posted is because I’m in England and can never afford to go to USA ! I would love to ! And you have so much horror toys I would buy regularly from you !!!!
That’s what eBay is for homie.
I will always remenber my neighbor got me a boxed set of battle beasts for one of my birthdays
I’m a kid of the 80’s and 9’s and I miss magazines !!!! And sertain comics !!! I have all of the issues of a legendary uk comic called toxic ! It featured marshal law and accident man etc ! I think there was almost 30 issues before it went into liquidation!!!! I used to pick up s copy every week from my newsagents on my way to school and read it on my dinner break !!!!
Not a big marvel fan but I love the punisher !!! I am from England and they did the circle of blood in a a4 format and I collected them when I was about 8/9 years old and I still have them ! And I really like all of the punisher marvel max releases!!!💀
Remember Cow Boys of Moo Mesa i have every one of those guys from when I was a kid I wonder if they are worth anything
Man i never got a Lion-O, my parents found almost all the basic figures but not him.
Iphone....That explains alot
awesome
great podcast
Crazy! Lol I used to go through my storage tubs and arrange my toy room by putting everything on my bed, I now do it on my toy room floor….it works! 😂👍
Sneak Peek was designed for Stephen King's son.
I think ebay is worth if you're mass selling.. or opposite! If you're just some guy trying to get rid of your stuff My old 3ds games and consoles sold like hot cakes It was an extra 600 dollars in my pockets instead of sitting in my drawers
He was right about of about Service Merchandise had one on the Shelf he went and ordered it come out on the variable belt
I got my Optimus Prime at Service Merchandise! and I was always excited when the big catalog came in the Fall.
Food fighters by Mattel
I sold off all my original star wars OG blue box funkos before the crash, I had bought all mine at retail so made a good amount of profit on them all.
The Tick is my favorite super hero❤😂
Cons in Las Vegas have hardly any vintage toys 😢