The toys were manufactured from plastic and although not fully articulated, had various spring-loaded action features such as punches and clotheslines, although they were not unique to each figure.

6-inch tall Recreate signature moves and ring entrances with the WWE Elite Collection action figures. Each 6-inch tall figure features deluxe articulation, TrueFX detailing, swappable hands, and iconic accessories for collectors to display in authentic poses or kids to play out memorable matches.

History. In late 2009, Mattel signed a deal to make WWE toys starting in 2010. The deal has proven to be successful for WWE, garnering nearly $52 million in toy and related merchandise sales in 2010, compared to $44.7 million the previous year.

The 15 Rarest (And Most Expensive) WWE Action Figures

• WWE Jakks Limited Edition Marble Ultimate Warrior.
• WWF LJN Wrestling Superstars Andre the Giant Black Card MOC.
• LJN WWF Wrestling Superstars BIG BOSS MAN, 89 Black Card, MOC, Incased.
• Rare Rhythm & Blues Greg 'The Hammer' Valentine WWF Hasbro Prototype.

An action figure is a poseable character model figure made most commonly of plastic, and often based upon characters from a film, comic book, military, video game or television program; fictional or historical. These figures are usually marketed toward boys and adult collectors.

All painted parts are assembled into complete action figures. This involves 'popping' parts together, adding plastic rivets or metal screws, and in some cases, gluing or sonic welding parts together. Each action figure is finished and assembled by hand.

approximately 6-in Specifications. Each WWE action figure is approximately 6-in / 15.24-cm tall and at authentic "Superstar Scale." Recreate your favorite matches from WWE programming or create your own rivalries. Features 10-points of articulation to play out signature moves and poses.

With more than 400 unique WWE Superstars in the collection, the Series celebrates the history of WWE spanning from the Legends of the 1980's to the present Superstars of today. “WWE fans, both kids and collectors, are among the most loyal and passionate of any property.

Wrestling action figures were the brainchild of Richard Derwald of Buffalo NY who sold the idea to LJN in the summer of 1984. (Video in references). They were made by the toy and video game company LJN from 1984 to 1989.

WWF Wrestling Superstars by LJN were the first action figures based on wrestlers of the WWF.

Some of these beautiful molded pieces of plastic are worth a literal fortune. Whether it be due to limited release or rare misshapen/defective versions, there are some action figures out there that will put you in massive debt fast.

Action Man 1978-1984: the 'Blue Pant Era' Another reason why it's tough to find complete is because it included a rubber balaclava, which brings us neatly onto, arguably, the rarest action man outfit of all time!

Figurines have been made in many media, with clay, metal, wood, glass, and today plastic or resin the most significant. Ceramic figurines not made of porcelain are called terracottas in historical contexts.

In 1964, a new toy conquered America. Hasbro's G.I. Joe was the world's first 'action figure'. With 21 moving parts, uniforms representing the four branches of the US Armed Forces, and miniature weapons and service manuals, this was marketed as a toy for boys.

A common feature among action figures is body articulation, often referred to as points of articulation (POA) or joints. The most basic forms of articulation include one neck joint, two shoulder joints, and two hip joints. Beyond these, rotating wrists, bending knees, and a swiveling waist are also common.

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