So, I’ve jumped back on board the vintage train and started to build up my vintage collection again. I gave my original collection to a friend when I was 16- I have missed them since even though it made him so happy!
Grabbed a He-Man and Battle Cat And a small lot of figures. Even though these are probably boring to some, I’m really excited to be Back in the game.
She sure does! I missed a really nice panthor and skeletor because I didn’t bid enough but, I’m not trying to break the bank
I have beast man on the way and looking for a good skeletor (regular and battle armor). Trying to rebuild the collection starting at wave 1 but, I like lots/groups of figures so, undoubtedly I will get them out of order(not that it really matters). I never got any figures past wave 2 when I was young so, I’m excited to go on this journey
I even love Rokkon! He’s a rock. Lol. I’m curious about his backstory and I need a Stonedar now!
Local thrift store finds. $20 for Spin Blade Skeletor complete(cheapest on eBay $28). $35 for disco Skeletor no sword(no eBay to compare, only complete is MOSC AFA for $100)- anyone have a sword to this one they can sell me?
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I only have 2 thrift stores near me currently- a small charity shop that relies on donations or stuff they buy at discount. I've found useful things there but they rarely have much anything of value or interest(though I got a Neca Super Shredder there recently). Store space is about 40% clothing & 50% furniture. The second shop splits the usual thrift store with a collectibles/valuables section, expensive stuff in cases. But they're only open when the owner feels like it, not daily, so I've only been in a few times but usually find much better stuff there.
I did search for gold skeletor(I think officially it was just "Skeletor" on the package) & found a carded Disco for $65 shipped... I doubt the sword is worth an extra $30. Mine has flawless chrome.
There are a lot of thrift stores around my area but, there are more than enough resellers that pretty much have a scorched earth policy when it comes to thrift stores(or even target and Walmart). I used to score so many toys, figures and records but, unfortunately it’s all washed up for now.
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This week’s acquisitions. Beast Man with his yellow, battle pack armor(gonna need some red armor) and Screech. I never had Screeech as a kid. I love how the wings ore floppy so you can make him fly.It’s the simple things, sometimes
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Found a nice Roton at a local toy store today for $10. 1 sticker is askew- anyone have some tips on safe removal so I can reposition it? Otherwise, it’s in great working shape
Jealous of that Screech! Looks awesome!
I just received an original Slime Pit. It has been a long time want that I'd been holding off on buying. Very happy with my purchase![]()
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Thanks! I planned on restarting my collection from wave one but, I got a good deal on him with beast man so...
Also, I finally found a good condition Panthor and a half-boot Skeletor- waiting for those to come in the mail. Vintage collection rebuilding is fun!
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He has arrived! Really excited and happy with this one. I believe it’s a second 8-back Skeletor with soft head, half boots, no orange cheeks, blue in the eyes- correct me if I’m wrong.
He’s not perfect and needs a good cleaning but, I’m very happy. Panthor is in good shape but has some fur wear and the eyes are a little faded. Might replace him in the future but, he’s got a good side so...
I got some new wings to replace the broken ones on my Stratos. Nice to have him complete again. They came with a minicomic that I never had before, The Power of Point Dread.
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