A major part of action figure collecting is the victory of finding an ultra-rare figure. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, it's like the action figure gods have split open the heavens and rained down upon you the radiant light of collecting glory. Maybe I'm being over dramatic. Then again, maybe I'm not. Because it certainly felt like that when I spotted an original 1978 Blue Snaggletooth at a local comic book store.
As many of you may have read in a previous article I wrote on the Top 5 Most Valuable Star Wars Action Figures, the elusive Blue Snaggletooth is known to be one of the hardest figures to find and can command high prices, averaging a collectible market value upwards of $400. that seems like a lot of cabbage for a 3 3/4" tall piece of plastic, but in this case, it all boils down to rarity.
This particular figure looked to be in excellent shape, if not actually mint condition. There were a few scuffs, a little bit of paint loss, but overall a beautiful figure that has held up well in over the last 31 years. This is a prime example of how important it can be to do the proper research in order to spot a hot figure when you stumble on to it. I have had moments in the past when I passed up a rare figure, not knowing its true value, only to learn later that I was mere inches away from a great investment.
Sadly, I didn't quite have the $295 required to buy the figure right then and there, having to be satisfied with drooling all over the glass case in which the figure was safely locked. However, you can be sure that I'll keep my eye on it and as soon as I find myself with some spare cash, it will be mine. Oh yes, it will be mine!
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I have a obi wan DT 12 back still sealed for sale
hello reis and im able to help you i think.drool no longer i hope as i can get you a loose plastic wrapped blue snaggletooth with hardly any wear or chips and mint cond im thinking etc for no more than $300 and maybe even quite a bit less.but they are very costly as you kow and thats going to cost you something extra to quote han!just kidding but im on the case so email me if still required and ill tell you what i got so far.and may the force be with you always,eddy
i got one for immediate sale perhaps,eddy
I have a star world figure cases with 14 3 1/2 inch figures from star wars. I am interested in selling this collection.
i have all five of the most expensive figures. wow. didnt realise they were that valuable
Steve, you’re saying that just to see my head explode with jealousy, aren’t you?
Wow, I have two of the top five! Had no idea the Darth Vader with the telescoping lightsaber was more valuable than my blue Snaggletooth.
I HAVE THE BLUE SNAGGLTOOTH ALSO R2 D2 C3PO HAN SOLO LUKE SKYWALKER OBE ONE
I HAVE A CARRYING CASE FROM 1978 ALSO
I AM 40 YEARS OLD THESE WERE MINE WHEN I WAS YOUNG BLUE SNAG IS THE DEAL ANYONE MAKING OFFERS ON HIM
I have a original blue Snaggletooth also that I actually bought at some school fair for a dollar about 14 years ago. It doesnt have the gun and there is slight paint wear on his left boot, and a bit on his knuckle, if anyone wants to buy it off me, let me know. I was shocked to find out that that was a rare figure.
I’ll give you $2 for him! That’s a 100% profit for you!
I have a telescoping Darth Vader and I want to sell it. Where is the best place to do this?
eBay will give you the most money if you post it correctly and build up some bidding fights. But first, I strongly suggest getting it graded by the AFA. This will greatly increase it’s value and ultimately get you more money.
Good luck!
my parents just passed and i went through their storage sheds..they saved all of my star wars stuff…i have the darth vader that this article is talking about. (with the card)…anyone interested in purchasing? this figure is in excellent condition
I have an extremely rare AFA 85 rated Snaggletooth still in the original Kenner bag. Check listing on Ebay
i have star wars toys for sale from 1977 to1983 i have darth vader and c3po 12 inches tall and small figers my cell phone is 828 305 5650 home 828 657 4990 forest city north carolina zip 28043
what if you have a blue snaggletooth that you chewed one of the hands when you were little so one hand is longer than the other and no gun. (not me, mt boyfriend)
Hahaha! You know, surprisingly, it could still be worth a few bucks. Collectors are crazy about that figure.
Check out mine…. he is close to perfect & has 2 days left:)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290521473598&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT
See’n the top 5, makes me think about my figures. My killer Blue Snaggletooth came in the bar set, also Hammerhead and Greddo!
I am shooting my jealousy ray at you!