"cute " vinyls

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  1. kappa

    kappa Toy Prince

    1992 SD Ultraman pen stand

    Had him for a while, just cleaned him up a bit today and thought he deserved a photo.
    Whoever thought the design up is a genius.

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    kappa, Mar 2, 2017
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  2. Lttr Prssd

    Lttr Prssd Comment King

    Never knew there was a finger puppet of Li'l Sprout. But now I do.

     
    Lttr Prssd, Mar 4, 2017
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  3. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    That is great, is it from a set?

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    The Moog, Mar 8, 2017
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  4. Lttr Prssd

    Lttr Prssd Comment King

    I wish I knew. I've only seen a couple on eBay by themselves.
     
    Lttr Prssd, Mar 8, 2017
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  5. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    I've never seen it before and i still haven't got round to picking up the larger vintage one. Its always eluded me.
    I much prefer it to the 'modern' reissue . . .

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    The Moog, Mar 9, 2017
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  6. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    A 1970's awesome bit of tat, this one. Made by 'Stafex' UK who changed their name to 'Linden' greetings cards in the 80's. The seller couldn't believe her luck i wanted it and sold it to me for 50p. He's a lovely deep red flocked soft vinyl.

    I am pretty sure this is a bootleg of 'Topo Gigio' the famous Italian / Spanish TV star mouse. He is almost completely unknown in the UK so
    i wouldn't of thought anyone would bother licensing him for the UK gift market . . . unless he was made for Italian's and then shipped over here with an English sticker slapped on.

    He's still in his original gift box with clear plastic protector and untouched. I would guess this is one extremely rare piece of 70's tat.

    The only reference for 'Stafex' online i could find is for a record collector website. Seems the card company pressed vinyl records and probably sold them bundled with birthday / anniversary gifts . . .

    http://www.7tt77.co.uk/STAFEX.htm

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    The Moog, Apr 18, 2017
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  7. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    I dont often use the term 'Grail' but this one is very much that. I've been searching a long time for this fella in good condition for a fair price!
    I cant really explain why i love this toy so much, so i wont even try. He's from one of the darker moments of the Pinocchio story . . .

    Pinocchio Pleasure Island Donkey
    Ledraplastic Italy / 1950's
    14" high vintage squeaker

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    The Moog, Apr 25, 2017
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  8. ultrakaiju

    ultrakaiju Die-Cast Staff Member

    Ha, very cool find Moog! Have you celebrated your 21st yet? ;) Definitely a Topo Gigio KO I would agree; I didn't know that he wasn't as well known here. I even know in Japan he remains somewhat of a recognised mascot/character. That donkey is incredible, congratulations! Very happy for you that you were able to add it to the collection. I think my mind is purposefully avoiding recollecting the scenes involved in Pinocchio, as I found that entire segment particularly disturbing for whatever reason (and I care not to reflect upon it anymore, or any of the other old Disney hauntings, thank you very much). Those early Disney films sure were made in a different time, and I would argue, are much better for their 'darkness'/lack of saccharine gloss-coats.
     
    ultrakaiju, Apr 25, 2017
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  9. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Yes indeed, they still stand up very well considering how old they are. The Disney Pinocchio is 77 years old and Snow White is 80. Wowzers!

    I hope these screenshots for context dont disturb you too much ;)

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    The Moog, Apr 25, 2017
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  10. ultrakaiju

    ultrakaiju Die-Cast Staff Member

    I am just going to leave this hear as well, take from it what you will.

     
    ultrakaiju, Apr 25, 2017
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  11. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Haha, Watership Down. That did indeed traumatize many a kid back in the day. I had the film-stills graphic novel book they did of it.
    It taught a lot of kids in the late 70's that nature can be seriously fucked up!
     
    The Moog, Apr 25, 2017
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  12. rattanicus

    rattanicus Mini Boss

    Watership Down is one of my favorite things ever.
    And speaking of Topo Gigio, here's a lil' celluloid weirdo I picked up yesterday while antique-fumbling:
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    I'm wondering if this was an inspiration for Topo? Surely it's not supposed to be him; the toy seems to be much older than late 50s.
    Tempted but didn't bite:
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    rattanicus, Apr 25, 2017
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  13. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    @rattanicus

    Wow, that mouse is old. Celluloid is a good indication but the clothes really shout antique! Nice score.

    Very interesting, i have a few toys like this, that i would consider museum pieces . . .
     
    The Moog, Apr 25, 2017
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  14. rattanicus

    rattanicus Mini Boss

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    rattanicus, Apr 25, 2017
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  15. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Vintage Post Boxes by Mothercare. 10.5" high.
    I was amazed to see the one with the black lid sitting in a charity shop the other day. They are so rare!
    It still has all the blocks and letters inside just like the blue-eyed one . . . .

    I'm not sure which version was released first.

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    The Moog, May 18, 2017
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  16. ultrakaiju

    ultrakaiju Die-Cast Staff Member

    Great find man! You sure have some great luck at these charity shops, I can tell your persistence is rewarded. :) Very nice too that you found not one, but two, in complete condition, too. I am clearly 'charity-shopping' wrong.
     
    ultrakaiju, May 18, 2017
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  17. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Found another Edd the Duck figure and a nice Soap Dish Edd.
    Charity shop buys 50p each. Made in 1989 / 1990 by BBC Enterprises.

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    The Moog, May 19, 2017
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  18. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Vintage Ledraplastic knife and fork squeakers . . .
    How cute are these?
    9.5" high approx.

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    The Moog, May 22, 2017
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  19. rattanicus

    rattanicus Mini Boss

    ^ Super cute!
     
    rattanicus, May 22, 2017
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  20. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Hell yeah, i've had these on a long wants list for years. Staggered i got them so cheap on the bay.
    Now i'm looking for the spoon for a reasonable price . . . i think there is a plate as well :)
     
    The Moog, May 22, 2017
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  21. kappa

    kappa Toy Prince

    Mitsubachi Maya / Maya the Bee (Takara, 1970s)
    The antennae were all squashed down so have been bending them back into shape but decided to quit while I'm ahead.

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    :D
     
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    kappa, May 24, 2017
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  22. ultrakaiju

    ultrakaiju Die-Cast Staff Member

    Ha, that cutlery set is indeed pretty adorable. So, rabbit and mouse I am guessing? What a strange concept, I can imagine them with the whole dinner set now too. :razz:

    Love that Biene Maja (as I will always know it) Max! A really nice version of the character, and I am impressed with the lovely condition she is in. I know what you mean about reshaping/trying to repair old toys; you obviously want to get them in as nice state as possible, but never want to take it too far either... for fear of the consequences. For what it's worth I think you did a great job on the antennae, and I actually like the slight curl they still have; adds a nice extra touch of whimsy to the toy. :)
     
    ultrakaiju, May 24, 2017
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  23. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Charity shop buy for a few pence. I think this one is from the 1980's but i may be wrong.
    He has one of those shakers inside him with the plunger-thingy that makes an ugh-ugh-ugh noise when you shake him . . . .

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    The Moog, May 30, 2017
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  24. noeleaser

    noeleaser Addicted

    OMG!

    I used to live in Holland when I was a kid and totally remember the Maya TV show! I believe it was 1980 or 81..
     
    noeleaser, May 30, 2017
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  25. kappa

    kappa Toy Prince

    I like that gorilla, haha! Looks like he maybe wants something in his other hand, though?

    I went there a few years ago, and it was still on TV...
    They love those 70s/80s Nippon Animation shows in Europe better than they do in Japan.
     
    kappa, May 31, 2017
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  26. The Moog

    The Moog Die-Cast

    Yeah, i was thinking that but i'm guessing its for clipping onto a cord or a car aerial or something . . .
    He's a similar size to most clip-huggers.
     
    The Moog, May 31, 2017
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