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The 9 Most Blatant Knock-Off Action Figures Ever Made

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  • PoorMansJB
    Member
    • Nov 1, 2010
    • 99

    #31
    When I think "knock-off" I think of a something that clearly borrows heavily from an already existing, better-made (and potentially licensed) toy. In that regard, I don't see how Slade is a knock-off; that he's basically an unlicensed Shaft -- all the more bizarre given that Shaft was R rated -- I might accept (see next para), but "knock-off" doesn't quite fit from my perspective.

    BTW, I have the deluxe Slade set with extra clothes (a fireproof crash suit ala both Big Jim and G.I. Joe), bullet-proof vest, and some curious accessories like a stack of [simulated] cash (which to me suggested he was more criminal than hero but whatever). At any rate, I bought him because I primarily collect 007 memorabilia and there's something about the set that makes him out to be more Black Bond than Negro Magnum.

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    • Mego Superboy Prime
      Career Member
      • Nov 27, 2009
      • 905

      #32
      Slade is the best of them.
      If you're a fan of old-school toys, toons and comics then my blog is the place for you!!!

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      • palitoy
        live. laugh. lisa needs braces
        • Jun 16, 2001
        • 59794

        #33
        Wow this is a three year old piece!

        he's basically an unlicensed Shaft
        So....a knock off. Knock off is generally used to suggest a copy of something existing you're correct but Slade is a borrowed concept and worthy of the term IMO.
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        http://www.plaidstallions.com/reboot/shop

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        • Chris
          Persistent Member
          • Dec 23, 2009
          • 2279

          #34
          Originally posted by palitoy
          I really truly regret selling my Slade doll, it went to buying something very cool but oh how I miss him.....
          That Slade is a bad mutha...

          Hush your mouth....but he's writing 'bout SLADE.
          If a Mego figure of God did not exist, it would be necessary for EMCE to invent him.

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          • MIB41
            Eloquent Member
            • Sep 25, 2005
            • 15633

            #35
            I always thought AHI's Apes were a fun knockoff of Mego's POTA.

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            • kingdom warrior
              OH JES!!
              • Jul 21, 2005
              • 12478

              #36
              Slade is a badass Mofo.....Loved Atomic Man had loads of fun playing with him....

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              • palitoy
                live. laugh. lisa needs braces
                • Jun 16, 2001
                • 59794

                #37
                I know the TR articles are always slanted in the negative for comic effect but I personally love knock offs.
                Places to find PlaidStallions online: https://linktr.ee/Plaidstallions

                Buy Toy-Ventures Magazine here:
                http://www.plaidstallions.com/reboot/shop

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                • Chris
                  Persistent Member
                  • Dec 23, 2009
                  • 2279

                  #38
                  Originally posted by kingdom warrior
                  Loved Atomic Man had loads of fun playing with him....
                  Agreed...or at least until his fingers broke off.
                  If a Mego figure of God did not exist, it would be necessary for EMCE to invent him.

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