Rubik’s Zig Zaw Puzzle from Ideal (1983)
This pseudo jigsaw puzzle contains 131 pieces and was designed for ages 8 and up.
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
Heart Throb from Milton Bradley (1989)
“Yeah, but his sneaker size is bigger than his IQ.”
Golferino from Hubley (1962)
Released in 1962 by Hubley, Golferino was a 9-hole tabletop miniature golf course molded in high-impact plastic.
Mr. Kelly’s Car Wash from Remco (1964)
“Mr. Kelly’s automatic car wash — what a toy!”
Mr. Astro-Chimp from Dairy Queen (1961)
In 1961, Dairy Queen celebrated space flight with the release of the Mr. Astro-Chimp doll.
Battlestar Galactica Collection Viper Launch Station from Mattel (1978)
Enjoy this classic commercial for the Battlestar Galactica Viper Launch Station from Mattel.
Hugo – Man of a Thousand Faces from Kenner (1975)
Released in 1975 by Kenner, Hugo was a hand puppet whose appearance could be altered using a variety of accessories.
Steve Canyon Jet Helmet from Ideal Toy Company (1959)
“Made by Ideal for junior jet pilots everywhere.”
Micronauts from Mego (1976)
The toy line was produced by Mego between 1976 and 1980 and included a series of interchangeable space toys (figures, vehicles, and playsets.)
Jimmy Jet from Deluxe (1962)
“You are witnessing one of the most exciting inventions of a lifetime: Jimmy Jet!”
MASK (Mobile Armored Strike Kommand) from Kenner (1985)
Developed by Kenner in 1985, MASK (Mobile Armored Strike Kommand) was a line of action figures and vehicles that initially tied into an animated television series of the same name.
Shrieks and Creaks from Golden (1988)
“You’ll get a real scream out of what you’ll find in the dungeon.”
Skedoodle from Hasbro (1979)
Released by Hasbro in 1979, Skedoodle is one part Spirograph and three parts Etch A Sketch.
Space:1999 Eagle 1 Spaceship from Mattel (1976)
Enjoy this classic commercial for the Eagle 1 Spaceship, a licensed toy from the science fiction television series, Space:1999.
Evel Knievel Battery Powered Toothbrush from Kenner (1975)
In an attempt to make a child’s daily ritual of brushing their teeth as thrilling as jumping over Snake River Canyon, Kenner released the Evel Knievel Battery Powered Toothbrush.
Slip ‘N Slide and Water Wiggle from Wham-O (1962)
“A laugh a minute.”
Birthday Surprise from Tiger Games (1989)
A 1989 dealer advertisement for Birthday Surprise from Tiger Games. Advertised as “the lights and music birthday cake game”, the board game was all about conspicuous consumption.
Lucky Locket Kiddle from Mattel (1967)
Enjoy this vintage commercial for the Lucky Locket Kiddle toy released by Mattel.