It’s Wrestlemania reveal season!
Let’s Break down all of the Mattel WWE reveals from Wrestlemania XL weekend! The Rundown…
It’s Wrestlemania reveal season!
Let’s Break down all of the Mattel WWE reveals from Wrestlemania XL weekend! The Rundown There were a ton of WWE reveals on Wrestlemania Weekend, and the ones pictured above are the ones that I am most interested in and plan on adding to my collection. All in all, the reveal season was a complete…
What about these Matchbox Red Editions?
Matchbox hits the bulls eye with the Target Red edition series In 2023, the Matchbox Target Red Edition series debuted, showcasing 6 casts in red deco and exclusive red carding. This line will continue into 2024. 2023 Matchbox Red Edition: 2024 Matchbox Red Edition:
Here come the Hot Wheels Neon Speeders
Hot Wheels new Walmart Exclusive line features neon color schemes, which illuminate under UV lighting. These came with some sticker shock, as they were priced at $3.47, which is higher than most special Walmart series. The new way Hot Wheels is doing premiums and special series places these in the silver tier, and gives them…
Who made them better, Jakks or Mattel? Part 3
There has always been talk over who made the better Classic/Legends line, Jakks or Mattel. As an avid collector of both, I intend to get to the bottom of it. Continuing on from the first installment, and part 2, I will be comparing 8 Jakks Classics to 8 Mattel Legends. Jakks: When Jakks Pacific introduced Classic…
We can’t Forget: Kmart Day Recolors Checklist
Kmart supported the Hot Wheels collecting hobby by sponsoring the Kmart Collector’s Day events. Kmart stores would host a special collector’s event where exclusive vehicles would be made available. This was the chance for collectors to open a sealed case with the hope of finding a Treasure Hunt or Super Treasure Hunt. Kmart ceased holding these events after…
Dear Mattel, What about the New Generation?
Mattel has released the Ruthless Aggression Elite Collection, and there is the upcoming Monday Night Wars set, but what about the New Generation? The New Generation era began with the departure of Hulk Hogan in 1993, and ran through 1996 with the oncoming Attitude era. There were plenty of big names and stars in the…
Dear Mattel: We need Three More Ruthless Aggression Elite sets
In 2022, Mattel released the Ruthless Aggression Elite Series, exclusively at Walmart. For most of it’s run, it was a fiasco to obtain the 18 figures, across 6 waves into 2023. But the set was a critical and sales success, and I think there could easily be three more waves with talent that is available…
New Year’s resolutions, from Keck Collects
Short and to the point this time, but here are the thing that I hope to accomplish in 2024 when it comes to collecting Hot Wheels/Premium die cast and Wrestling Figures in General: Make at least one “Big Boy Purchase” from the Holes in my Collection. Complete the WCW OSFTM “Rubber Guys” collection Complete the…
Let’s Talk About The Hot Wheels Legends Tour Cars
The Hot Wheels Legends Tour began in honor of the 50th anniversary of Hot Wheels. These events were held at Walmart stores around the country, where real car customizers were invited to show off their full size creations with the winner of the tour being immortalized as a Hot Wheels car. Along with the car…
Find Out Why I’m Tapping Out on Hot Wheels
The Background: The total collection is over 12,000 cars. Most of which have been bought in the last ten years. I began dabbling in Hot Wheels in 2007, discovered Treasure Hunts and Super Treasure Hunts in 2010, and went off to the races in 2013. I began going to shows, vintage shops, flea markets, and…
