{"product_id":"1979-croner-buck-rogers-twiki-robot-figure-australian-vintage-toy-extremely-rare","title":"1979 Croner Buck Rogers Twiki Robot Figure Australian Vintage Toy Extremely Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharacter: Twiki\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeries: Buck Rogers in the 25th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaker \/ Brand: Croner Toys – attributed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYear \/ Era: c.1979\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eType: Vintage character \/ action figure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approx. 9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Soft vinyl \/ PVC-type material\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinish: Silver painted finish over dark underlying material\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArticulation: Articulated at both shoulders and waist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChest Detail: Dr. Theopolis-style circular chest panel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarkings: No visible manufacturer’s markings located\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal \/ Reproduction: Believed vintage original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA scarce survivor from one of the more unusual chapters of Australian Buck Rogers merchandising.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis figure depicts Twiki, the memorable robot companion from the television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. It is attributed to the scarce Croner Toys Australian range produced around 1979, which included Buck Rogers, Tiger Man and the much smaller Twiki.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eStanding approximately 9 cm tall, Twiki features a silver-painted body, distinctive helmeted head, claw-like hands, circular Dr. Theopolis chest detail and simple articulation at the shoulders and waist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Croner range is considerably less commonly encountered than the familiar Mego Buck Rogers figures, making surviving examples particularly interesting to vintage science-fiction and Australian toy collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Vintage used condition with significant age-related wear – please refer to the detailed description and photographs below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an approximately 45-year-old vintage figure displaying substantial evidence of age, play and material deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Original silver-painted finish shows considerable rubbing, flaking and paint loss throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Areas of the dark\/black underlying material are exposed where the silver finish has been lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some exposed dark areas have developed a tacky\/sticky surface, consistent with age-related deterioration of the vintage material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Additional scratches, marks, discolouration and general surface wear are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Circular chest detail remains present but shows significant paint\/detail loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Both shoulders and the waist remain articulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Arms and legs appear complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No manufacturer’s lettering or markings have been located.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No attempt has been made to repaint, restore or otherwise cosmetically improve the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Due to the absence of visible maker’s markings, Croner Toys attribution is based upon comparison with known examples and is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure is being offered in its current vintage condition and would suit a collector who values originality and rarity over cosmetic perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely for condition, paint loss, material deterioration and overall detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocal pickup available from Vintage HQ Heidelberg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote. Any applicable customs duties, taxes or import charges are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? We’re happy to help! Just message us and we’ll get back to you promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Info\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e🛍️ Check out our other items — we specialise in vintage toys, collectables, first and early edition books and other nostalgic pieces, and are more than happy to bundle items to save on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📲 Follow us @vintagehqcomau on socials and on eBay for more nostalgic finds and stories behind these unique or rare pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Croner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52072280719589,"sku":"EB-147493090302","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/1255\/3701\/files\/57_ad50ce8e-2170-4b02-bbf2-40daabe22f1e.jpg?v=1786316782","url":"https:\/\/vintagehq.com.au\/products\/1979-croner-buck-rogers-twiki-robot-figure-australian-vintage-toy-extremely-rare","provider":"Vintage HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}