A general discussion of collecting cool things.
From the WETA folks:
We’re very proud and excited to be able to announce a range of limited edition collectibles from District 9, Neill Blomkamp’s acclaimed 2009 movie.
The collectibles are of course created by the same artists and craftspeople who created the original designs, props and creatures in the movie.
I just hope that there’s a Wikus [...]
Rumor has it that Hasbro will be reviving the Micronauts. Microman originally appeared in 1974, manufactured by the Japanese company, Takara. In 1976, the toy line hit American shores and was renamed the Micronauts. The line consisted of 3.75 inch tall figures that had interchangeable parts. Following the success of one of Takara’s other creations, [...]
Calling all space toy collectors! Our friends at AntiqueToys.com have a great item up for sale. It’s a rare Sonsco Space Commando Robot from the early 1950`s with its original box. The robot walks forward and in reverse, a light blinks on its helmet, and its arms swing back and forth. The robot is in excellent [...]
Toy collecting is no longer child’s play!
By Brent Harrelson of AntiqueToys.com
Toy collecting is a relatively recent phenomena in the United States. It started to get organized in the mid-60’s with the formation of numerous collecting societies including The Antique Toy Collectors of America, The Mechanical Bank Collectors of America, and The American Train Collectors Association. [...]
Scheduled to arrive in stores in March, 2008, you can bet I’m counting down the days for this one. No one produces better looking toys than McFarlane, and this masterpiece of Master Chief will look just right sitting above my TV.
If you’re a fan of the Chief, be sure to check out this site: Master [...]
I’m a huge fan of vintage tin toys, especially the cars and space themed toys. Check out this Japanese racer with the original box. It’s current bid is over 800 bucks, so I will only admire it from afar.
Check out the auction on eBay
