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Are 1980s Toys Still Climbing in Value?

Toys from the 1980s are highly collectible today and give so many people nostalgia as they desire to add them to their collections. Are these vintage toys still climbing in value? Follow along in our blog to see if the toys from your childhood are still rising in value

Should You Grade Your Toys? Pros and Cons

Since toy grading became standardized by grading companies rather than the collectors themselves, many people have benefited. However, toy grading is not a good fit for every single vintage toy. Follow along in our blog to see the pros and cons and if you should grade your toys.

1983 Coleco Toy Fair Catalog

Wheeljack's Lab proudly presents high-definition scans of the 1983 Coleco Toy Fair Catalog featuring electronic games and licensed toys.

How the 1980s Defined Modern Toy Collecting

Join us in seeing just how the 1980s defined modern toy collecting. Follow along as we mention the history as well as the factors that go into modern toy collecting from these loved toys.

Why 1980s Toys Are More Valuable Than Ever

1980s toys have made a huge comeback in recent years and allow the vintage toy market to thrive with their high values. These items are high in demand and some even rise to thousands of dollars. Follow along in our blog to see why these toys from the 80s are more valuable than ever.

Why Tracking Your Toy Collection Can Increase Its Value

Did you know that tracking your toy colleciton can aid in growing its value? Follow along in our blog to see why tracking can make your collection more valuable.

What toys should not get graded by the AFA/CGA, CAS, etc?

For decades, services like the AFA (Action Figure Authority), which is a part of the CGA (Collectible Grading Authority), and the CAS (Collector’s Archives Services) have helped to preserve toys from the past.

The Ten Most Expensive Takara Microman Toys

After years of producing 12” action figures, Takara decided to revolutionize the Japanese toy industry by introducing a micro-sized hero: Microman.

How to Gauge the Value of Vintage Collectibles and Toys

As both vintage toy stores and collectors ourselves, we have gained an intimate understanding of the value of vintage collectibles and toys.

How to Store Vintage Toys to Preserve Their Value

Storing vintage toys properly helps keep your collection in good condition, thus preserving its value. Follow along in our blog to see the best ways to store vintage toys.

What's the Difference Between Robo Force Galoob and Ideal?

The awesome world of robot and humanoid toys sparked immense popularity from the 1950s to present day.

The Value in Grading Your Vintage Toys

With toy grading becoming widely available in just the late 1900s, these services have greatly helped the vintage toy world.

Understanding the AFA/CGA Temporary Suspension of Loose Toy Grading

Many toy collectors love to see their favorite toys receive a high grade from services like the Action Figure Authority (AFA).

How to Sell a Toy Collection Without Breaking It Apart

Do you have a toy collection that you're looking at selling but want to send it together? Follow along in our blog to see how to make this collection selling strategy a little bit simpler.

How to Sell a Toy Collection Without Cataloging Every Item

While many people will tell you that you need to catalog every single item in order to effectively sell your toy collection, it is totally doable to sell a toy collection without cataloging every item. This is actually a smart move if you go the right direction. Follow along in our blog today to see how you can sell a toy collection without cataloging every item.