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Expert: - 8/27/2011


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Hi, I am looking for a Millenium Falcon model that will be a good scale fit for my Galoob Action Fleet starfighters (X-wings, A-wings, TIEs, etc).  An Action Fleet X-wing is about 7 inches long, and I think I need a Falcon that is about twice as long as the X-wing, so I am looking for something in the 14-15" range.  I'm looking for something that's about as realistically detailed/scaled as the Action Fleet line, or more so, and is easy to handle.  Buttons/electronics/moving parts are not important.  I'd like to spend well under $100.  The best fit I've seen is the 1990s Power of the Force Falcon.  Any better suggestions?

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The standard size Falcons will be slightly larger than your desired range, as you found, but have excellent detail.  Also, in the 90's, a Falcon figure carry case was released that was just a touch smaller/more petite/slimmer.  It has little to no detail....no exterior protrusions, no landing gear, nothing really to look at other than you know it is the Falcon....just a shell with the figure compartments inside.  Not real pretty to look at in a display or diorama but may be closer to the scale you are looking for.  Other than that nothing really comes to mind.   Good hunting!  Dave

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I am a graduate and self studied/taught expert in answering specific questions about vintage Star Wars and GI Joe figures, vehicles and misc. collectables. The reference to Star Wars 'vintage', to me, refers to the items which appeared from 1977 to 1985. Notice this also refers to the elusive items which were produced for the two cartoon series productions. 'Vintage' GI Joe items include only the 12 inch / 1:6 height variety produced proir to 1980. In most cases I should be able to identify an item by description. For approximates on value I of course would need some decent photos.

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I have been a collector, buyer, seller and general fan, of vintage toys, for the last 30 years. My schooling and self study has included years of research and travel to various events. I have owned/still own numerous examles of many collections for study, research and comparison. I am still an avid trader, buyer and seller of these and several other high quality items.

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