Gandolf Action Figure | Knickerbocker | 1979 | Gandalf | StoryTeller
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:15080986 | Brand: Knickerbocker |
Hard to find collectible up for sale. Included is one 1979 Knickerbocker Lord of the Rings Gandalf action figure. Please review pictures for exact condition. Excellent condition figure. Good condition card and bubble. The card is unpunched and has wear along left side. The bubble has slight separation of upper right corner from the card.
"In 1978, Ralph Bakshi released The Lord of the Rings, an animated film that covered books one and two of the le...gendary J.R.R. Tolkein trilogy. While the story and characters were well developed the quality of the animation was poor. Toy maker Knickerbocker purchased the rights to develop an action figure line to try and ride the coattails of the movie, but alas, the film ended up not being very successful."
"Overall, the Knickerbocker Lord of the Rings set is a tough one to put together in high grade condition. The low production run, manufacturing problems, poor merchandising and more popular competitors at the time resulted in a low supply. The later success of the 2001 Peter Jackson series of LOTR movies added to the demand for this vintage line. All of this came together to make for a highly collectible line."
Reference: https://vintageactionfigures.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-knickerbocker.html
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"In 1978, Ralph Bakshi released The Lord of the Rings, an animated film that covered books one and two of the le...gendary J.R.R. Tolkein trilogy. While the story and characters were well developed the quality of the animation was poor. Toy maker Knickerbocker purchased the rights to develop an action figure line to try and ride the coattails of the movie, but alas, the film ended up not being very successful."
"Overall, the Knickerbocker Lord of the Rings set is a tough one to put together in high grade condition. The low production run, manufacturing problems, poor merchandising and more popular competitors at the time resulted in a low supply. The later success of the 2001 Peter Jackson series of LOTR movies added to the demand for this vintage line. All of this came together to make for a highly collectible line."
Reference: https://vintageactionfigures.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-knickerbocker.html
We take pride in 100% positive feedback. Our prices reflect condition, rarity and eBay / PayPal fees incurred. We ship promptly and securely. Thanks for browsing our listing. Take a look at our eBay storefront for more great collectibles at a bargain price!
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