Big Jim

[kingdom warrior]

She HONESTLY thought that...lol...And her reasonings actually aren't bad...I mean, again, I'm NOT trying to stereotype here, but c'mon....the toys and the pictures speak volumes. She took particular note of Jim's headsculpt, and the fact that they are often depicted shirtless...no women mind you...frolicking around a faux campfire or "jeeping". I never would have thought of that before she made her comments...lol...I always thought they were a bore as a kid, camping and riding in a buggy really weren't or aren't my thing, but g a y? I never even noticed but I believe she's right...
Just our three cents..



Joe

Funny I never once thought of this as a kid.... Camping was really Big in the 70's I was Heavy into it I went Camping with the Boy Scouts and with My Family so having an Action figure that did that seemed normal....same with the Karate gear my Babysitters Boyfriend was a Black belt and the Kung Fu Craze was huge thanks to Bruce Lee.Also Bodybuilding was hot also with Arnold having his legendary run with Mr.Olympia having Big Jim in the speedos was like the bodybuilders.

When the Wolf Pack came out Big Jim really hit it's stride and for me it put it over the top also as a Boy I didn't care and was glad there was no females I felt the Figures were an All boys thing any way......

I've Heard that perception of Big Jim before I never cared for it because it wasn't meant to be that.

[garagesale]

Big Jim g@y connection

"Oh how COOL! Thats SO awesome of Mattel! I knew the 1970s were progressive, but I didn't know they made an ALL GAY line...."
Joe

It is definitely easy to come to what we call in literary criticism a "queer theory" interpretation of Big Jim (BJ), not unlike some have done with Batman and Robin or with Chuck Palahniuk's Fight Club characters.

Perhaps we are into the realm of politics, but I'll continue anyhow...

I agree with Joe, and I think there is nothing wrong with this, as it's merely an interpretation. Certainly, there have been customizers who have brought emphasized the gay connection by creating Village People groups out of Big Jim kitbashes.

JamesD

[brineb]

I had one Big Jim, red undies and karate chop action arm ... I still have him, but he is too out of scale for me. I like full-size G.I. Joe and Mego!!!

I have always wanted the P.A.C.K. guys and may one day break down and get them!!!

[DocDrako]

My brother had quite a few Big Jim toys. I think it was his favorite. I remember when he got Dr Steel. I thought Dr Steel was so cool. I never had one until eBay came along. I bought Dr Steel and then a Big Jim, but then I lost interest. I'll probably keep my Dr Steel forever. But I have no interest right now in aquiring anymore Big Jim figures. Maybe someday.

[Thundarr]

I wanted to share this, since I rarely see a Big Jim topic here. My girl and I always are lookin' at toys...old, new, whatever. Anyhow, I was showing her a Big Jim page, so she'd know what to look for at yard sales and whatnot. Now, before I say this next thing, I want to make a disclaimer that this query was by NO means meant to be offensive...and that my girl and I are both VERY open minded, and she is involved in the community...via MANY friends. Let me get to the point..
Upon seeing the page, and the dolls posed around a camp, driving, hanging out, etc, she looks at me and says, with all sincerity:

"Oh how COOL! Thats SO awesome of Mattel! I knew the 1970s were progressive, but I didn't know they made an ALL GAY line...."

She HONESTLY thought that...lol...And her reasonings actually aren't bad...I mean, again, I'm NOT trying to stereotype here, but c'mon....the toys and the pictures speak volumes. She took particular note of Jim's headsculpt, and the fact that they are often depicted shirtless...no women mind you...frolicking around a faux campfire or "jeeping". I never would have thought of that before she made her comments...lol...I always thought they were a bore as a kid, camping and riding in a buggy really weren't or aren't my thing, but g a y? I never even noticed but I believe she's right...
Just our three cents..



Joe

[HardyGirl]

I collect Big Jim!

When I was a kid, all I had was Big Jack (black guy), and he'd team up w/ Action Jackson sometimes. I now have several figures: 2 Big Jims, Big Jack, Big Jeff, Big Josh, Dr. Steel, (had to give him hand sugery, no more steel), The Whip (renamed Big John, isn't it funny they never had one?),& Warpath, (renamed Blackhawk). I also have the camper set (minus the boat) and the camping tent, along w/ various clothing and accessories. I even have the paper dolls and the coloring book!

[Thundarr]

Not a fan myself, never cared for my brother's Big Jim figures..maybe the rubbery "skin" creeped me out. I DO though have the Camper set. It's got the canoe, some dishes, a seat, the awning and post, an oar, a vest, and a few more things. It's not COMPLETE, but the vinyl body itself is EXCELLENT...looks like the kid never even touched it at all. I'd love to trade it for something(s)....I have zero interest in it, but it sure is a great vintage set...



Joe

[Johnny]

Love The Big Jim Line. I have a ton of them. Even bought the camper a few years ago.

[megoat]

As a collector, yeah the PACK stuff is really the only thing I go after. As a kid though, that sport stuff rocked my world, especially the camper. I just saw a MIB camper at an antique mall and my kid was begging me for it, I guess it really appeals to four year olds.

I'm with you, Brian. As a kid I loved ALL the big jim stuff. Probably as much as my Megos. But today, as an adult, It's Mego that wins easily.....

[kingdom warrior]

I had the Camper and loved all the Gear and his many outfits but when the whole Wolf Pack line came out I really went nuts for it.But as for collectors of Big Jim it's the 80's overseas stuff and Mexico figures that hard core collectors go more for...I'm dying to add the Secret Agent Big jim there were some other really cool figures.

[palitoy]

I loved Big Jim as kid....However, today I must say I the only line I like is the PACK stuff. The Big Jim as adventurer or sports hero or camping guy is just kinda boring for me now. But the PACK line--Big Jim as Comic Book Hero--is pretty friggin' great.....

As a collector, yeah the PACK stuff is really the only thing I go after. As a kid though, that sport stuff rocked my world, especially the camper. I just saw a MIB camper at an antique mall and my kid was begging me for it, I guess it really appeals to four year olds.

[thunderbolt]

Me too on the Pack. That caught my eye when I saw the Jack Kirby ads in the comics. I had the Pack Jim and a couple others.

[megoat]

I loved Big Jim as kid....However, today I must say I the only line I like is the PACK stuff. The Big Jim as adventurer or sports hero or camping guy is just kinda boring for me now. But the PACK line--Big Jim as Comic Book Hero--is pretty friggin' great.....

[SlipperyLilSuckers]

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I was pretty stoked to find a girl's Big Jim site recently ;P ... Big Jim Girl

I am looking forward to finishing Dr Steel, he has taken a while

[kingdom warrior]

I did, and I still do In fact, I am about to unpackage an Indian guy I won recently in a few moments. I think he's Winnetou, but I haven't been able to track down the costume he is wearing yet.

And, as a matter of fact, I am half way done making a Mego Dr Steel, I have done his head, and he has a real steel hand from Rob Britannicus...just need to make his pants and put the tattoo on his chest and then I'll put him up in customs.

I thought you might be a Big Jim fan....Can't wait to see the Dr.Steel Custom I just recently got him in my Collection again!