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M.U.S.C.L.E. Figure Guide – Peer Review
Posted by Chad Perry in Research, UofM News on December 23, 2009
At the onset of this University of M.U.S.C.L.E. endeavor, one specific goal was to provide a M.U.S.C.L.E. figure guide. In an effort to produce the most widely accept figure guide it seemed beneficial to submit the unfinished guide for a peer-review to M.U.S.C.L.E. collectors. Thank you to all potential participants in this process.
4-Pack Update
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on December 2, 2009
Another new 4-pack has been entered into the 4-Pack section of History 100. This picture was submitted by Nathan Newell.
4-Pack Update
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on November 30, 2009
Two new 4-packs have been entered into the 4-Pack section of History 100. These pictures were found on LittleRubberGuys.com.
4-Pack Update
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on November 12, 2009
A new 4-pack color combination has been added to the 4-Pack section of History 100 courtesy of Joseph Dunnigan.
History 400 Completed
Posted by Chad Perry in Course Catalog, History, UofM News on September 2, 2009
There are several M.U.S.C.L.E. items that collectors would likely categorize as rare. However there is only one M.U.S.C.L.E. item that can be 100% authenticated as a prototype M.U.S.C.L.E. item – the Hot Wheels M.U.S.C.L.E. HiWay Hauler.
History 400 explores the history of the M.U.S.C.L.E. and the Hot Wheels HiWay Hauler.
The 10-Pack
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on August 17, 2009
The 10-pack is arguably the most iconic of the M.U.S.C.L.E. packaging. This entry on the 10-pack is a subcategory of History 100.
The 4-Pack
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on August 11, 2009
The 4-pack packaging allowed for a child to see the four figures they would be purchasing. Today collectors can see the differences in English and French-Canadian cards, changes to the back of the cards, and consider the potential of 140 possible 4-pack combinations. This entry on the 4-pack is a subcategory of History 100.
Hard Knockin’ Rockin’ Ring Wrestling Arena
Posted by Chad Perry in History, UofM News on August 7, 2009
A wrestling ring accessory makes the most sense for a group of wrestling figures. Mattel recognized they could use some existing parts from Bandai’s release of previous versions of the ring. The box art shows a seemingly metallic clasp. Unfortunately Mattel decided to use a brittle plastic on the figure clamps and this toy was easily broken.
M.U.S.C.L.E. Battlin’ Belt
Posted by Chad Perry in Course Catalog, History on June 29, 2009
The only completely original item produced by Mattel for M.U.S.C.L.E. was a carrying case shaped like a championship wrestling belt. The Battlin’ Belt was positioned as both a carrying case and a wrestling ring. The design of the belt was filled with rather questionable choices.
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M.U.S.C.L.E. Figure Guide
The University of M.U.S.C.L.E. Figure Guide features a complete visual archive of every poster figure, including classifications. 
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