The tooling for the plastic casing of the radio was actually created for the Six Million Dollar Man CB Headset Radio Receiver, a product that Kenner had offered as recently as one-year prior, in 1977. In many ways, the Return of the Jedi toy was absolutely perfect for the Robin Hood line. Perhaps in deference to prevailing PC attitudes, the toy, as it was issued under the Batman banner, was re-christened the Sonic Neutralizer and its muzzle was capped with a rather impotent-looking, bat-emblazoned dish. Mint: A card or Sticker in Mint condition will have no obvious signs of wear and will look fresh out of a packet. Wednesday 19th August 2020 10:00am. Despite these changes, I don't believe X-Wing Aces was very well received. So, the Gamorrean body did not serve directly as the basis for Friar Tuck. I've decided to collect all of the Robin Hood toys. This plastic doo-dad was originally issued in a similar Batman role-play set.
All this makes economizing a central concern for toy makers-- where corners can be cut without spoiling a product, they are. Although most had been removed there was still a hint of an angled boot detail on Little John's shin. Both versions of Robin Hood (Long Bow and Crossbow) came in both head sculpts. We only have one of these. I didn't think as I was starting to write this review that I was going to offer quite so many Star Wars comparisons in this review, but here we are. When Robin Hood must battle many foes at once, he uses his amazing Net Launcher! But there has been quite a bit of resculpting. Recycled Star Wars: What Is and What Isn't. Kim Kardashian Doja Cat Iggy Azalea Anya Taylor-Joy Jamie Lee Curtis Natalie Portman Henry Cavill Millie Bobby Brown Tom Hiddleston Keanu Reeves. Making a plastic toy isn't easy. In addition to complying with OFAC and applicable local laws, Etsy members should be aware that other countries may have their own trade restrictions and that certain items may not be allowed for export or import under international laws.
Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Below are two portraits of the Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves line. Indeed, they looked like exactly what they were-- unrelated products that had been given rather shoddy Star Wars makeovers. GOOD or C-6 – Item will have moderate amount of paint chips/defects or decal loss, discolouration and loose limbs. Additionally, the design of the toothbrush was highly amenable to the Star Wars universe. September 2022 [56].
Thus, recycling products into the Star Wars line was neither necessary nor desirable. The head and body of the doll were produced using molds originally created for the Han Solo large size action figure of 1979. Long Bow Robin Hood. Once Star Wars proved itself a mega-hit, Kenner immediately went into over-drive, developing Star Wars toys as fast as resources would allow, in hopes of having product ready for Toy Fair in early 1978. By using any of our Services, you agree to this policy and our Terms of Use. The Bola Bomber is a special weapon used by Robin Hood in his battles with the Sheriff of Nottingham's soldiers. In truth, Kenner issued a Playdoh set for nearly every successful license they held over a period of nearly 30 years, so Star Wars wasn't special in that respect.
They just slightly repainted an Ewok's face to make Friar Tuck. POOR or C-3 – Item will have very heavy Paint loss/loose limbs/discoloration/missing parts and is a real wreck very heavily play worn. The Star Wars sampling does not end with Friar Tuck. For another, an original cardboard backdrop, complete with a bartender and chandelier overhang, was developed, which contributed substantially to the western "feel" of the toy. Ok this is a bit off topic, but it is about Kenner Toys. Third-party sellers on are expected to offer returns on an equivalent basis, but their policies may vary. The one recycled Kenner Star Wars product to have remained unmentioned up to this point is also one of the most interesting: the Friar Tuck action figure.
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