Swing Wing from Transogram
The Swing Wing was “a hula hoop for your head” – proof positive that the 1960s were where it was at! Somebody get these kids to a neck specialist stat!
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
Crayola ’64’ with built-in sharpener
In 1958, the box of Crayola ’64’ was introduced by Binney & Smith.
Masterpiece: The Art Auction Game from Parker Brothers
Which flamboyant bidder did you play? Was it Baron Dietrich von Oberlitzer, “Bitsy” Rich Wong Dobrowski Keyes, Count François du Bonnet, Millicent Friendly, Roxy “Big D” Warrenson of Dallas, TX, or V. Elton Whitehall Esq.?
Join the Dinky Starfleet!
In 1976, Dinky Toys produced the first die-cast metal version of the USS Enterprise. This model fired plastic discs and included a plastic shuttle craft.
Star Wars Death Star Space Station by Kenner
Released in 1978, the Death Star Space Station from Kenner is 20 inches tall and features four floors of action-packed fun, including a laser canon, retractable bridge, detention block, and trash compactor.
Hot Wheels Grand Prix
“Set up your Hot Wheels Grand Prix today. Then throw out the the challenge. See if Dad can stand the pace.”
View-Master by GAF
A 1971 commercial for the View-Master by GAF with Henry Fonda and a young Jodie Foster.
Atari Video Computer System
“We’re Atari. And if someone in your family hasn’t asked for us yet, get ready. They’re going to.”
Mystery Date by Milton Bradley
When you open the door will your mystery date be a dream or a dud? Dig that catchy jingle!
The Imposters
“Suddenly a mild mannered street machine changes into nearly a foot of road gobbling racing machine.” They were kind of like Transformers… before Transformers!
Barbie Dream House by Mattel
A 1960 television commercial for the Barbie Dream House from Mattel. It’s retro-chic!
The Fisher-Price Movie Viewer
It’s like going to the movies. Only better!
Green Machine by Marx
A 1978 television commercial for Louis Marx and Company’s Green Machine. What a ride!
Season’s Greetings from Batman, Robin, and Toy Tales!
Batman and Robin give Santa a helping hand in Batman No. 27, dated February/March 1945.
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots
This two-player action toy featuring dueling robot boxers proved to be a hit for the Marx Toy Company when it was released to the North American market in 1966.
Mouse Trap Game
An early television commercial for Ideal Toy Company’s Mouse Trap Game. Inspired by the work of cartoonist and inventor Rube Goldberg, the game was originally released in 1963. Hasbro is still selling it today.
Silly Putty
A vintage comic book ad for Silly Putty – “The Wonder Toy of the Twentieth Century.”
Lite-Brite – Making things with light!
♫ Lite-Brite, making things with light.
Outta sight, making things with Lite-Brite! ♫