Tag Archives: Hakes

We’ll Win this War with Snap! Crackle! and Pop!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by The Retroist

During World War II everyone got in the act of promoting the war, including the Rice Krispies Mascots, Snap, Crackle and Pop! As you can see in this advertising sign being sold at Hake’s, they took on the job of … Continue reading →

Johnny Hero

Posted on March 26, 2012 by The Retroist

Johnny Hero was a thirteen inch tall figure produced by Rosko Industries for Sears. It was basically a sports figure that could be fitted with various team uniforms. Several sports team uniforms were made for good ol’ Johnny, including the … Continue reading →

Mego Mr. Mxyzptlk Action Figure

Posted on March 19, 2012 by The Retroist

I had a friend who inherited his older brother’s Mego action figures. When he received them, almost all of them were in mint condition. His brother must have never played with them. After a week with their new owner they … Continue reading →