Selling Action Figures

Which action figures does Kali.J buy?

• Masters of the Universe
  • Vintage (1980s)
  • Origins (2020+)
• Star Wars
  • Vintage Kenner
  • Power of the Force (1990s)
  • 12-inch Collector Series
  • Black Series
• Marvel
  • Marvel Legends
  • Other Marvel lines
• G.I. Joe
  • Vintage
  • Retro Collection
  • Classified Series
• Transformers
  • Vintage G1
  • Retro reissues
  • Modern lines
• Collector brands
  • NECA
  • McFarlane
  • Hot Toys & statues
• Wrestling
  • WWE and other wrestling figures
• Other lines
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
  • Disney
  • Starting Lineup

From our own sales over the past year: Masters of the Universe (mostly the modern Origins line), Star Wars, Marvel and G.I. Joe made up much of our figure sales. Collector brands such as NECA and boxed Hot Toys-style figures sold less often but for noticeably higher prices. We already hold a lot of Marvel, so we are choosier there.

What we are most interested in

• Sealed carded and boxed figures
• Complete loose figures with their original accessories
• Collector-brand figures (NECA, McFarlane, Hot Toys) in their boxes
• Vintage figures and collections

What identifiers to look for

• Manufacturer, copyright date and country markings on the figure
• Line name and release on the card or box
• Barcode and legal text on the card back
• Accessory list for that exact release

Many classic lines have official modern versions - for example, Mattel dates vintage Masters of the Universe from 1982 and the Origins line from 2020 (Mattel Creations). Both are genuine; they are simply different products. Our vintage figure guide explains how to tell them apart.

Condition we prefer

Sealed figures with clean cards and intact bubbles, or loose figures that are complete, with tight joints and clean paint.

What can reduce our interest

• Missing or reproduction accessories
• Broken or very loose joints
• Heavy paint wear
• Lines we already hold a lot of

What photos to take

• Figure with every accessory in one photo
• Molded markings
• Card front and back for sealed figures

Common mistakes

• Pricing a modern reissue from vintage sold pricesSearch sold listings for the exact release.
• Mixing accessories between figuresKeep each figure with its own parts.
• Leaving out the card backDates, barcodes and legal text identify the release.
• Forcing stiff joints on old figuresOld plastic snaps. Move slowly or leave it.

Related guides

Loose Figure & Toy ChecklistHow to check whether a loose action figure or toy is complete and in good shape: accessories, paint wear, joints, discoloration, battery damage, repairs and modifications.

Original or Reissue? Vintage FiguresHow to tell vintage action figures from modern reissues and reproductions: manufacturer markings, copyright dates, country-of-origin marks, sculpt, paint, accessories and packaging.

Carded & Boxed Packaging ConditionHow to inspect carded and boxed collectibles: corners, creases, blister lifting, reseals, yellowing, stickers, window boxes and missing inserts - with photos of what to look for.

Treasure Hunter ToolkitWhere to find yard sales, garage sales, estate sales, flea markets and thrift stores near you, which apps to use, and how to plan a sourcing trip - without sharing your location with us.