Action Figure Overview: Star Wars - R5-D4 (Kenner 1978)
My childhood R5-D4 (Kenner, 1978) Even though I know my family saw Star Wars in the theater, I was too young to remember that experience. However, I vividly remember the first time I saw Star Wars figures in the hands of another kid in my neighborhood on the way to school. I wanted Star Wars figures of my own so badly that it was painful having to wait until the weekend to go to the store. I remember getting my first four figures with amazing clarity, which is surprising considering that event took place decades ago. Over the next few months, I was able to get all of the first 12 figures and they were easily my favorite toys in the late 70s and early 80s. Death Star Droid and R5-D4 from the 2nd wave of Star Wars figures (Kenner, 1978) Apparently, I wasn't alone in my love of these toys! These awesome action figures sold so well that Kenner quickly decided to add another 8 figures to the line. My favorite of the new eight was the Luke Skywalker in his ...