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That they have stopped making action man and accessories?

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AntiMaskersAreTwats · 10/10/2021 14:27

My 8 year old boy is really into military things. He has asked for ‘a boy doll like Barbie but one which has an army outfit and a house for him to live in’ Confused I’m guessing he is describing what I used to know as Action Man. I’ve found a few on Amazon and a few vintage ones (for £s!) on eBay but nothing like an action man base or house. There is one in Smyths but it’s for tiny army characters. He wants Barbie size so he can do crossover games with his sister apparently.

Does such a thing exist or do I need to attempt to make one? Confused

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Idontlike · 10/10/2021 14:49

I was going to say try HMR forces dolls but not sure they make those any more.

hmarmedforces.com/

OneTC · 10/10/2021 14:57

Get a cardboard box for him to be homeless in when he finishes his tour

Clymene · 10/10/2021 14:58

@OneTC

Get a cardboard box for him to be homeless in when he finishes his tour
Hmm
shouldistop · 10/10/2021 14:58

Get a cardboard box for him to be homeless in when he finishes his tour

What a fucking weird comment.

shouldistop · 10/10/2021 15:02

Action Man ACR02100 Soldier Figure https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07LH34GTT/ref=cmswwrcppapiglttfabcBDSV6PPF23TNWBWGRSED??encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Olivia's Little World Grey Wooden 3- Floor Deluxe 12" Dollhouse & Accessories TD-11683D https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08CN48BH5/ref=cmswwrcppapiglttfabc3ZJ4YP0ZJQTSB6Z9MQ63??encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Plenty of action men on Amazon. You could just get a large dolls house and paint / decorate it. Or build one yourself if you're handy.

HalfShrunkMoreToGo · 10/10/2021 15:02

Loads here www.actionman.com/the-range.php

HalfShrunkMoreToGo · 10/10/2021 15:06

Or these ones www.theshopoftoys.co.uk/world-peacekeepers-25-c.asp

KittenKong · 10/10/2021 15:12

We had action men (with eagle eyes and grippy hands) as kids - I loved the helicopter! Must ask my sister what happened to them.

KittenKong · 10/10/2021 15:14

Blimey I’ve been looking at the price of the old stuff on eBay... if you have an attic, but two of everything and save the spares for your child’s uni fund!

Legoisthebest · 10/10/2021 16:01

You can get retro versions in several toy shops and other retailers. I think I have seen them in B+M.
But secondhand is the way to go. Try and see if there are any collectables toy fairs near where you live. They are usually all about train sets and model cars but there is frequently stalls devoted to old Action Man stuff.
Maybe buy a Barbie car and paint it military green.

Legoisthebest · 10/10/2021 16:04

Sports Direct have some on their website !!

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