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Reviews of collectible action figures inspired by comic books, TV shows and movies from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s

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Han Solo in Carbonite with Carbonite Block!

April 2, 2014

Han Solo in Carbonite with Carbonite Block

While my love affair with vintage Kenner Star Wars action figures burns ever strong, I confess to the odd flirtation with newer figures from the Neo-classic era (1990–2000) when they are particularly good. I'm not a huge fan of Hasbro’s 1990s Star Wars revamp (rather unimaginatively named Power of the Force 2 to distinguish it from the earlier 1980s Power of the Force series, famous for its cardbacks with special collector's coins), but one simply can’t have too many Han Solo action figures! I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Neo-classic Star Wars (1990–2000) Tagged With: Han Solo, Power of the Force 2, The Empire Strikes Back

May the Force be with you this Christmas!

December 23, 2013

Boba Fett Tablepiece

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away....Chewbacca, with Han Solo along for the ride, is heading back home for Life Day, the Wookie equivalent of Christmas. Don't remember this from the movies? Believe it or not, this scene was actually filmed! But not for the big screen. The Star Wars Holiday Special was televised at the height of Star Wars mania in 1978. Directed by Steve Binder of the Elvis 68 Comeback Special fame, the Christmas television special took the now legendary characters from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: Boba Fett, Han Solo, Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989), Xmas

Han Solo wraps up warm on Hoth!

January 25, 2013

Han Solo Hoth Outfit

One of the things you'll notice when flicking through the recent (and highly recommended) Star Wars: The Ultimate Action Figure Collection* coffee table guide is just how many pages are dedicated to everybody's favourite Star Wars rebel Han Solo. A whopping nine pages feature the man himself in all his various costume changes, including this vintage 3¾ inch Kenner version in his Hoth Outfit as modelled in the stunning opening sequence from Irvin Kershner's The Empire Strikes Back. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989) Tagged With: Han Solo, Kenner, The Empire Strikes Back

Han Solo (in Trench Coat) tops best-dressed on planet Endor list for 1984!

August 28, 2012

Han Solo in Trench Coat

When Kenner launched their first Han Solo 3 ¾ inch action figure way back in 1977 they made one of the very few errors in the company's history, creating a likeness of Harrison Ford with a disproportionately small head. Eager to correct their mistake, the ensuing re-sculpt saw them err on the generous size with the new Han sporting a oddly large bonce. This, of course, is all grist to the mill for collectors who just love tracking down varieties. Alongside the legendary small and big-headed … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989) Tagged With: Han Solo, Kenner, Return of the Jedi

Star Wars Variations: Han Solo on Bespin

September 23, 2011

Han Solo on Bespin

The Internet has been abuzz with news of the Blu-ray edition of the original Star Wars trilogy which hit stores world wide recently, so I thought I'd stick with another vintage Star Wars action figure this post. Of course, I use the term “original” trilogy with some caution - as is well known, George Lucas has continued to mess with tweak the movies with every re-release to the exasperation of many fans. Probably the most controversial change occurred in the 1997 Star Wars Trilogy Special … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989) Tagged With: Han Solo, Kenner, Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989)

Han Solo: Two heads are better than one!

May 15, 2010

Star Wars Variations: Big and small head Han Solo

Without wanting to seem mono-thematic here at Vintage Action Figures, last week's look at Indiana Jones made me want to take a closer look at another Harrison Ford action figure – indeed, not one but TWO figures: the big and small head varieties of Han Solo. When in 1978 kids could finally get their hands on Kenner's 3 ¾ inch Star Wars action figures (with 1977 stamped on the back) the Han Solo figure complete with Rebel Blaster proved enormously popular. Let's face it, not only was he the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989) Tagged With: Han Solo, Kenner, Vintage Star Wars (1977–1989)

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