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1996 Hasbro Toy Fair Catalog – 33 – Action Man
Aside from G.I. Joe, the 1996 Hasbro Toy Fair Catalog advertised the adventurous Action Man action figures and vehicles.
Understanding Variants: Why Small Differences Can Mean Big Value
Though variants can sometimes look just like the original items, even the slightest difference can play a huge factor into the value of a vintage toy and collectible. Follow along in our blog with us as we dive into the different ways a toy appears as a variant and the value that comes along with it.
The Impact of Pop Culture Reboots on Vintage Toy Prices
With pop culture reboots coming out, vintage toys are changing in prices. Follow along in our blog to see the impact of pop culture reboots and how they drastically change the prices of loved vintage toys.
How UV Light Impacts Vintage Toy Packaging
UV (ultraviolet) light is a type of electromagnetic radiation that gets transmitted in wavelengths or in particles that move at different wavelengths and frequencies. These wavelengths of ultraviolet light cause great damage to toys. It harms the packaging by breaking down materials and ruining both the appearance and quality of vintage toys. Join us throughout our blog today to see how UV light impacts vintage toy packaging and how you can prevent the damage from occurring.
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.
Mistakes People Make When Selling Their Toys for the First Time
Do you have a collection of toys you are looking at selling? Follow along in our blog to see some common mistakes people make when selling their toys for the first time to avoid them youself.
A Retrospective on Tiger Electronics
Back in the 1990s, the war between Nintendo and Sega was in full gear; however, another company had made its way to the pockets of nearly every child, Tiger Electronics.
Why a Toy Collection is Worth Selling Even If Its Incomplete
Have you ever wondered if your collection is worth selling even if it's incomplete? Follow along in our blog with us as we show you different reasons for why selling your collection is worth it even with missing pieces.
Is Your Vintage Toy Collection Underinsured? Signs to Watch For
If you have a vintage toy collection, you might be suprised by how underinsured it is. Follow along in our blog to see signs to watch for to get your collection up to date on insurance.
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.
How Tracking Your Toys Makes Selling Your Collection Less Stressful
Most of the time, a toy collection will get passed down and loved for many years. However, there almost always comes a time to sell. Follow along in our blog to see how tracking your toys makes selling your collection less stressful.
The Joy of the Hunt: Why Finding That Missing Piece Matters
What is the "Joy of the Hunt" and why does finding a missing piece matter? Follow along in our blog with us to see the reward of locating a missing piece and the weight it holds within a collection.
Display vs. Investment: What Kind of Collector Are You?
People begin collecting for many different reasons. People all around the world, of all ages and through all generations, find that growing their collection expresses a large part of their personality and interests. Different collectors, however, choose to collect with different core motivations. Throughout this blog, we will dive into display collectors and investment collectors. Follow along with us to see which kind of collector you are.
Why Some Collectors Never Sell (And Why Others Eventually Do)
With keeping a collection, there are certain decisions that need to be made along the way. Why collectors make the decisions they do is rooted in deep motivations, background, nostalgia, and changing life circumstances. Because of these, there are two types of collectors- there are the collectors who never sell their collections and there are the collectors who eventually part with their cherished items. Join us throughout our blog today as we describe the “why” behind selling and not selling a collection.
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.
A Look Back on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movies
Forty years ago, no one thought of let alone heard of the phrase Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. However, that all changed in 1983 when Kevin Eastman drew a single image.
Grading Toys with the AFA: Worth It in 2021?
Have you been considering sending in your old and vintage toys for grading with the AFA in 2021? We here at Wheeljack’s Lab aim to honestly guide our customers.
What Happens to Collectibles During Inflation? Using Collectibles as a Hedge When Cash Loses Value
Follow along in our blog to see why collectibles act differently during inflation than cash. See how you can use your collectibles to hedge against inflation.
Should You Insure Your Toy Collection? Pros, Cons, and What Collectors Should Know
Should you take the next steps to insure your toy collection? Follow along in our blog to learn what collectors should know about insuring their items including the good, the bad, and all the little details.
Why Organized Collections Are Easier to Sell (and Often Worth More)
Does organization really matter when it comes to a collection? Won't my items still be valuable if they aren't organized? Follow along in our blog with us to see the great value of an organized collection.
How the Vintage Toy Market Has Changed in the Last 10 Years
The vintage toy market has changed dramatically within the past decade. Follow along in our blog with us as we dive into the details of how this happened.
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.
Cleaning Vintage Toys Safely (Without Hurting Their Value)
Vintage toys show damage and wear much easier than newer toys. However, properly and regularly cleaning your vintage toys will help tremendously in keeping their value and condition up. Follow along in our blog with us to see how to clean vintage toys safely without hurting their value.
Vintage Toy Fair Catalogs
Get an exclusive look at the exclusive vintage toy fair catalogs from Hasbro, Mattel, Tyco, and others from over the decades.