BraveStarr Retrospective
Travel through time with us to the 24th century in this Retrospective of the BraveStarr franchise.
Wheeljack’s Lab Vintage Toy Blog
Follow this blog for the new, the unusual, the rare and cool Generation 1 G1 Transformers toys. Reviews, news, toy resources, galleries, unboxing, opinions and personal reflections on vintage toys.
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The Difference Between Zorro and The Lone Ranger
In 1919, the superhero western character, Zorro, made an appearance. First, in a folktale and later in many movies, series, toys, and comics.
Top 10 Most Expensive Computer Warriors Toys
With the trend of transforming toys in the 1980s and 90s, Mattel toy company released these Computer Warrior action figures and playsets.
Computer Warriors Retrospective
In 1989, Mattel toy company released a transforming toy line representing the storyline of the Computer Warriors.
Top 10 Most Expensive Captain Planet Toys
In 1990 the animated action environmentalist series, Captain Planet and the Planeteers, came out.
When Were the Original Space: 1999 Action Figures Made?
In the realm of vintage toys, few collections capture the nostalgia of the mid-1970s quite like Mattel’s original Space: 1999 action figures.
When Were the Original Sky Commanders Action Figures Made?
In the world of vintage toys, there are few names as respected as Kenner. Throughout its history, Kenner has introduced countless action figures and playsets that have captured the imaginations of millions.
When Were Original Six Million Dollar Man Action Figures Made?
One of the most well-received television series of the 1970s was The Six Million Dollar Man.
When Were the Original Shogun Warriors Action Figures Made?
The early 1970s were a time of struggle for the toy manufacturing company Mattel. A rough financial decade forced the company to rethink its strategy and take a bold, innovative risk.
When Were the Original She-Ra Princess of Power Toys Made?
She-Ra: Princess of Power was an excellent addition to the Masters of the Universe toy franchise in the 1980s.
The Ten Most Expensive Predator Collectibles
20th Century Fox introduced the world to the Predator in 1987, with a film set in the forests of Central America.
When Were the Original Secret Wars Action Figures Made?
The Secret Wars toy line brought a new approach to toy marketing in the industry’s booming era of the 1980s
When Were the Original Secret of the Ninja Action Figures Made?
Unearthing the vibrant history of vintage toys can be an adventure filled with unexpected turns and thrilling revelations.
The Original Sarge Team and the Bad Guys Action Figures
In the golden age of action figures, 1982 brought about a set of unique, intriguing, and enticingly enigmatic toys: the original Sarge Team and The Bad Guys action figures.
When Were the Original Rough Riders Model Cars Made?
For toy enthusiasts and collectors, nothing quite replicates the nostalgia of classic toys from yesteryears.
The Original ROM The Space Knight Vintage Action Figures
As we traverse the history of vintage toys, one figure never fails to intrigue us – ROM the Space Knight. ROM, an acronym for “read-only memory,” is not your average action figure.
Ten Most Expensive Power Rangers Toys
Toei brought forth a team of five super-powered heroes, the Super Sentai, in 1975, aiming to entertain the nation’s youth.
When Were the Original Robotech Action Figures Made?
In the golden era of 80s nostalgia, few toy lines are as celebrated as the original Robotech action figures.
The Original Robot Defenders and Renegades Action Figures
At Wheeljack’s Lab, we are passionate about vintage toys and the stories they hold.
When Were the Original Robo Force Action Figures Made?
Embarking on a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s, we discover the intriguing world of Robo Force.
The Original Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves Action Figures
The enchanting tale of Robin Hood, a hero born from the green heart of Sherwood Forest, has been told and retold for centuries.
When Were the Original Ring Raiders Action Figures Made?
In the late 1980s, a toy line took the world by storm, introducing children to a fusion of time travel, adventure, and aviation battles.
Top 10 Most Expensive Crystar Toys
Crystar, Crystal Warrior, a fantasy-based comic book series published by Marvel in the early 1980s began the inspiration for Crystar toys.
Captain Planet Retrospective
The Captain Planet and the Planeteers animated action series released in 1990. The series broadcasted on TBS from September 15, 1990 to December 5, 1992.