This is the Lizard (Spider-Man Villain) from the 1970’s WGSH action figure range by Mego. This example has a Toltoys Australia distribution sticker.
Category: MEGO
70's, Ads, Catalogues, MEGO, Promotional, Toltoys
Recently dug up this cool double sided Toltoys promotional flyer featuring three 1970’s MEGO Action Jackson accessories. All three items are scarce today, particularly when boxed. The Action Jackson Formula Racer had an Aussie cousin, a yet to be formally documented promotional release in BP livery, if you have one I’m buying! The Action Jackson … Read More “MEGO Toltoys Action Jackson Accessories Flyer” »
80's, Buck Rogers, Competitions, Entry forms, Ice Cream, Icy Poles, Licensed, MEGO, Pauls, Store Displays, Streets
In 2007 I showcased the take-home box for Paul’s Buck Rogers ice creams, featuring the Star Stick competition for MEGO Buck Rogers action figures. Since then I’ve been lucky enough to track down both the Milk Bar store dislay and an example of the wrapper, so I’m going to call that a complete set and … Read More “Vintage Buck Rogers Australian Ice Creams” »
70's, 80's, Happy Days, MEGO, Toltoys
70's, Catalogues, Kenbrite, Mattel, MEGO, Smash-Up Derby, Toltoys, Tonka
I remember Toyworld stores of the 70’s as the quintessential local toy destination, a medium sized store on the local strip, jam packed with toys of all descriptions. They had the latest TV backed hits, along with the wonderful cheapie rack-toys for the after-school run. This great catalogue showcases the range available for Christmas 1975, … Read More “1975 Toyworld Catalogue” »
70's, Captain America, MEGO, Toltoys, WGSH
MEGO Toltoys Captain America A very cool item this week, a MEGO World’s Greatest Super Heroes Captain America boxed figure. According to Benjamin Holcomb’s World’s Greatest Toys the box is a USA issued 1975 5th version Captain America, and the figure is a Type 2. This particular example however is an Australian issue with the … Read More “MEGO Toltoys Captain America” »
60's, Batman, Captain Scarlet, Catalogues, Gerry Anderson, Lincoln International, MEGO, New Zealand, Store Displays, Thunderbirds
Treasures from the 1967 Lincoln International Toy Catalogue The New Zealand toy company Lincoln International were responsible for some of the coolest licensed (and unlicensed) toys of the 60’s and 70’s. Best known for their 1966 licensed Batman range of ray guns, water pistols, friction toys and battery operated plastic vehicles, or perhaps for their … Read More “1967 Lincoln International Toy Catalogue” »
70's, Catalogues, Hulk, MEGO, Safeway, Superman
Superman at Safeway The Aussie Safeway catalogue from Christmas 1978 (I think!) features all the usual specials one would expect from a large grocery store; nappies, bananas and … …the Man of Steel and his big green mate The Hulk. Yes sitting there among the no-name brand trikes, bikes and ray-guns were the beautifully crafted 12-inch MEGO … Read More “Safeway catalogue from Christmas 1978” »
70's, Kenner, MEGO, Palitoy, Stretch Armstrong, Toltoys
The Toltoys Stretch Armstrong If you don’t remember this guy from the 70’s then you’re either not trying or your parents owe you an apology. His heavy-as-hell corn-syrup filled body could stretch several feet before slowly reverting to his original form upon release. A fun toy and lethal weapon when swung in contained spaces. Stretch … Read More “Toltoys Stretch Armstrong” »