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Website Review #12
Posted by Chad Perry in UofM News on July 6, 2010
The number of undiscovered M.U.S.C.L.E. websites is nearly zero. Most collectors are familiar with many of the longstanding websites. However there is one spot that seems to have the most undiscovered and constantly updating M.U.S.C.L.E. content – YouTube. This content ranges from unwatchable to stunning and is posted by both hardcore collectors and novices alike. Recently a YouTube video, M.U.S.C.L.E TOY REVIEW 1980s (HD), was discovered and it is the subject of Website Review #12.
Auction Watch #27
Posted by Chad Perry in Auction Watch, UofM News on January 14, 2010
It appears M.U.S.C.L.E. sellers have a bit of a holiday hangover, because buyers’ options are currently not very exciting or plentiful. However, there is an auction worth highlighting. It represents a conundrum that often faces M.U.S.C.L.E. collectors. The conundrum is price versus value.
Sociology 100 – Matthew
Posted by Chad Perry in Sociology, UofM News on January 11, 2010
These photographs are an incredible discovery. None of the pictures feature a child playing with M.U.S.C.L.E. toys; instead the pictures were taken by a child. These pictures represent the actual perspective of a child playing with M.U.S.C.L.E. figures.
Sociology 100 – Ben Pierce
Posted by Chad Perry in Sociology, UofM News on January 9, 2010
These childhood images, part of Sociology 100, were provided by Ben Pierce of Kitchener, Ontario (Canada).
A huge thank to Ben from the entire M.U.S.C.L.E. community.
Literature 200 Completed
Posted by Chad Perry in Literature, UofM News on December 9, 2009
The only documented example of M.U.S.C.L.E. in a mail order catalog is the 1986 Sears Wishbook. Sears, along with Mattel and most advertisers, seemed unsure of the figures proper place – although the placement suggests probably the best understanding of the brand. Read more in Literature 200.
Sociology 100 Launched
Posted by Chad Perry in Sociology, UofM News on September 22, 2009
When Mattel launched M.U.S.C.L.E. their focus was clearly on selling M.U.S.C.L.E. figures to children. Over 20 years later those same children can be forgotten. Sociology 100 showcases M.U.S.C.L.E. figures in their original state – as children’s toys.
If you would like to submit pictures from your childhood, please email the pictures to the University of M.U.S.C.L.E..
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.
Literature 100 Completed
Posted by Chad Perry in Literature, UofM News on June 24, 2009
Mattel created catalogs for toy store owners to use as a reference as they ordered, or re-ordered, merchandise. M.U.S.C.L.E. first appeared in Mattel’s 1986 catalog. The next year was the final one for M.U.S.C.L.E in the Mattel catalog. The 1987 catalog makes it clear that M.U.S.C.L.E. was not a top priority.
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