Results: Bizarre and Unusual Toys Part 4
There have been some unusual and even bizarre toys manufactured. Which of these are you familiar with?
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1.
Hamilton's Invaders (1964) Remco produced a line of giant insectoid monsters called "Hamilton's Invaders." These were massive, bug-like creatures like the "Blue Beetle" that were designed to "terrorize" smaller army men. They featured creepy, realistic textures and mechanical movements that made them look like props from a 1950s B-horror movie. Are you familiar with these?
I own/owned one
2%
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31 votes
I've seen one in person at a flea market, at a friend's, etc.
4%
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73 votes
I've seen one on the internet, in a book, etc.
3%
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51 votes
I've never seen one of these
69%
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1181 votes
Not Applicable
21%
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364 votes
2.
2.
Tomy Rascal Robot (1970s) The Rascal Robot was part of a trend of "smoking" toys. After being wound up, the robot would waddle forward and emit real puffs of smoke from its "mouth." This was achieved by a small heating element inside that burned a specialized oil or pellet, a feature that would never pass modern child safety inspections today. Have you seen one of these?
I own/owned one of these
3%
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51 votes
I have seen one in person at a swap meet, in a collector's store, etc.
6%
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94 votes
I have seen one on the internet, on YouTube, etc.
5%
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92 votes
I have never seen one of these
65%
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1108 votes
Not Applicable
21%
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355 votes
3.
3.
Zoofie Goofie (1960s) Mattel's Zoofie Goofie line consisted of stuffed animals that looked like they were from a different planet. They featured oddly shaped bodies, neon colors, and plastic eyes that stared in different directions. They were a part of the "weird" psychedelic toy trend of the 60s that prioritized being "zany" over being traditionally cute. Do you know about these?
I own/owned one of these
3%
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44 votes
I have seen one in someone's collection, at a toy museum, etc.
3%
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55 votes
I have seen one in a YouTube video, on tv, etc.
3%
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52 votes
I have never seen one of these
70%
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1197 votes
Not Applicable
21%
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352 votes
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4.
The Oozinator (2000s) Though more modern, the Oozinator is legendary for its bizarre marketing and function. Unlike a standard water gun, it had a secondary tank for "bio-ooze"—a thick, white, viscous liquid. The way the toy was pumped and the appearance of the "ooze" it sprayed led to immediate controversy and made it one of the most unintentionally awkward toys ever produced. Have you seen one of these?
I own/owned one of these
3%
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59 votes
I have seen one in person at a toy store, at the home of someone else, etc.
6%
•
100 votes
I have seen one in a video, on tv, in a book, etc.
5%
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83 votes
I have never seen one of these
66%
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1116 votes
Not Applicable
20%
•
342 votes
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