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David Michael

U.S.

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Expertise

I am a graduate and self studied/taught expert in answering specific questions about vintage Star Wars and GI Joe figures, vehicles and misc. collectables. The reference to Star Wars 'vintage', to me, refers to the items which appeared from 1977 to 1985. Notice this also refers to the elusive items which were produced for the two cartoon series productions. 'Vintage' GI Joe items include only the 12 inch / 1:6 height variety produced proir to 1980. In most cases I should be able to identify an item by description. For approximates on value I of course would need some decent photos.

Experience in the area

I have been a collector, buyer, seller and general fan, of vintage toys, for the last 30 years. My schooling and self study has included years of research and travel to various events. I have owned/still own numerous examles of many collections for study, research and comparison. I am still an avid trader, buyer and seller of these and several other high quality items.

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Publications

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Education/Credentials

Professional Auctioneer. Certified Personal Property Appraiser. Certified Online/Internet, Charity/Fundraising and Real Estate Auctioneer.

Awards and Honors

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What do you like about this subject?

I enjoy the challenge of the questions that can arise. I have personnal interest because these were the types of items I grew up with.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Sue	04/22/12	10	10	10	I really appreciated the promptness of the .....
Terry	10/18/11	10	10	10	Thank you, David! I will be sending .....
Trevor	07/15/11	9	10	10	thank you very much! if you interested .....
Art	04/13/11	10	10	10
Laura	03/02/11	10	10	10	Thank you very much.

Recent Answers from David Michael

2012-04-22 Condition of cards:

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, you are correct in that the card is of no matter to the value. Most figures produced in the 1990's to current have no appreciated value. They would be worth

2011-10-13 GI Joes:

Hello. Thank you for the picture. Many send no pics and ask questions I have no way of answering. If I had this lot for sale I would keep it all together and sell as one unit. If not I would sell the

2011-08-27 Star Wars vehichles:

The standard size Falcons will be slightly larger than your desired range, as you found, but have excellent detail. Also, in the 90's, a Falcon figure carry case was released that was just a touch smaller/more

2011-07-15 Emperor figure?:

Sorry for the confusion.....I did not mean it was a recent copy or not 'real'. I meant to imply that it was more than likely a counterfeit or figure that was made overseas years ago without consent by

2011-07-14 Emperor figure?:

It appears to be a counterfeit figure. I would guess Czechoslovakian. Lots of overseas countries copied the real thing the best they could. My guess would be the Emperor as well. Is it marked anywhere

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