Vintage 1960s GUNG HO Commando Outfit By Marx Toy Machine Gun, Box, More RARE
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:39234 | Modified Item: No |
| Brand: Marx | Year: 1960s |
DESCRIPTION: This is an AMAZING vintage toy from the 1960s. The Gung Ho Commando Outfit by Marx. It is in its original box and contains almost all of its original pieces. All pieces are big child size. I purchased this set from its original owner who told me that he got it for Christmas when he was 12 years old (that was in 1966). It's been in his mother's closet ever since. The set includes the following:Battery powered machine gun with real sound, ...recoiling muzzle, tripod and moving Ammo Belt. Requires 3 "D" cell batteries (not included).Auxiliary hand crank that attaches to the machine gun and originally fired wooden bullets. It can be separated from the machine gun and is only about 3" in width. It still makes the firing sound when it is cranked, but it no longer fires anything.Eleven of the original wooden bulletsTwo Ammo Belts that feed through the machine gun for wonderful amazing realism. (Be sure to read condition below)
.45 Automatic Cap Pistol (does not work and has been modified to include a permanent orange cap at the end of the barrel, in accordance with eBay's toy gun policy)
Combat Helmet with strap.Knife with belt sheath.
Mess Kit with knife, fork and spoonExploding grenade that uses cap-gun caps (mechanism looks like it works but has not been tested.) It still has its removable pin.Compass
Military Map case (map is missing and snap closure is torn)Holster and Belt. Belt is adjustable and has a case for carrying the wooden bulletsField Pack with strapsCammo PonchoWalkie Talkie with telescoping antennaDog TagsOriginal instructions (these are yellowed and stained, but are complete)
CONDITION: All pieces are in good to near-mint vintage played-with condition. Very clean. Very sturdy. The machine gun works, but can jam and is a little tricky at times. According to the instructions, this happened even when it was new. Be sure to watch my video below. The flashing machine gun light seldom works. The red muzzle at the end of the machine gun barrel looks a little burned (see photos), but that just makes it look like it's been in action. There is also a little rust on some of the metal pieces. The two ammo belts were meant to be very flexable as they feed through the gun, but have become a little brittle with time and have broken apart in a few places. I have carefully mended these by putting clear Gorilla Tape on the backs of the breaks. These are fragile. The rest of the equipment is near mint although some are getting a little brittle from age and may have some tiny cracks where they bend.
Please check out the video below to see the machine gun in action. Also try searching the internet for Gung Ho Commercial, and you can watch a video of the original commercial from the 60s.
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SHIPPING: I try to ship within onebusiness day after receiving completed payment. My shipping costs arebased on eBay’s calculators with no additional fees or handling charges.I research the shippinmethods for each of my items to provide my customerswith the most affordable and best form of shipping. ATTENTION INTERNATIONALBUYERS: No International shipping on this item.
ABOUT ME: I've been a seller in eBay for over 15 yearsand have 100% positive feedback for all that time. You can buy from me withconfidence. I do my best to describe my items accurately. If you have anyproblems with your purchase, please contact me and I will work with you to besure of your satisfaction. FEEDBACK: I value your feedback and strive toreceive 5 stars in every feedback category. If you experience any problems withyour purchase, please contact me before leaving feedback so we can work toresolve the issue. I want my customers to be completely satisfied with theirpurchases.
.45 Automatic Cap Pistol (does not work and has been modified to include a permanent orange cap at the end of the barrel, in accordance with eBay's toy gun policy)
Combat Helmet with strap.Knife with belt sheath.
Mess Kit with knife, fork and spoonExploding grenade that uses cap-gun caps (mechanism looks like it works but has not been tested.) It still has its removable pin.Compass
Military Map case (map is missing and snap closure is torn)Holster and Belt. Belt is adjustable and has a case for carrying the wooden bulletsField Pack with strapsCammo PonchoWalkie Talkie with telescoping antennaDog TagsOriginal instructions (these are yellowed and stained, but are complete)
CONDITION: All pieces are in good to near-mint vintage played-with condition. Very clean. Very sturdy. The machine gun works, but can jam and is a little tricky at times. According to the instructions, this happened even when it was new. Be sure to watch my video below. The flashing machine gun light seldom works. The red muzzle at the end of the machine gun barrel looks a little burned (see photos), but that just makes it look like it's been in action. There is also a little rust on some of the metal pieces. The two ammo belts were meant to be very flexable as they feed through the gun, but have become a little brittle with time and have broken apart in a few places. I have carefully mended these by putting clear Gorilla Tape on the backs of the breaks. These are fragile. The rest of the equipment is near mint although some are getting a little brittle from age and may have some tiny cracks where they bend.
Please check out the video below to see the machine gun in action. Also try searching the internet for Gung Ho Commercial, and you can watch a video of the original commercial from the 60s.
gung ho vintage toy - YouTubeVideo will open in a new window
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SHIPPING: I try to ship within onebusiness day after receiving completed payment. My shipping costs arebased on eBay’s calculators with no additional fees or handling charges.I research the shippinmethods for each of my items to provide my customerswith the most affordable and best form of shipping. ATTENTION INTERNATIONALBUYERS: No International shipping on this item.
ABOUT ME: I've been a seller in eBay for over 15 yearsand have 100% positive feedback for all that time. You can buy from me withconfidence. I do my best to describe my items accurately. If you have anyproblems with your purchase, please contact me and I will work with you to besure of your satisfaction. FEEDBACK: I value your feedback and strive toreceive 5 stars in every feedback category. If you experience any problems withyour purchase, please contact me before leaving feedback so we can work toresolve the issue. I want my customers to be completely satisfied with theirpurchases.
