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One of a kind pair of G.I. Joe prototype dolls, including original remote control. First prototype is a representation of a member of the ''NYPD Emergency Service Unit'', who wears a full Emergency Service Unit uniform, including a removable black velcro bulletproof vest. The exceptionally detailed uniform includes a variety of removable miniature plastic weapons, including a combat rifle, shotgun and ''Glock'' handgun affixed to the right thigh as well as two grenades affixed to the rear waist. The black uniform features a removable gas mask along with the removable vest, and the doll wears knee and elbow pads. The head is covered by a removable lycra hood. Soldier holds a flashlight in his left hand, and there is a removable walkie talkie affixed to a case which attaches to the left side of the bulletproof vest. Wiring component that controls lights on his uniform is housed in a black pack with ''NYPD Police Emergency Services Unit'' written in white lettering, affixed to the prototype's back. Red shotgun shells are attached to the doll's left leg as well as to the upper back. Second prototype is an army soldier, wearing a green and brown camouflage uniform. Soldier also wears a green beret and black gloves, and holds a handgun in his right hand. Battery components for the remote control (fully operational allowing movement of the soldier) are held in an olive green backpack, as well as on two waist packs which rest on his rear end. Soldier wears black mock lace-up combat boots and a light green belt with buckle. Lot comes with a wooden base with the G.I. Joe logo as well as a gold nameplate to the front which reads ''1964-1994 G.I. Joe / 'A Real American Hero'''. Either doll fits into black plastic footholds which are affixed to the brown wooden base. The black silver and red ''Futaba'' brand remote control has two metal knobs which control the camouflaged doll's extremities. Set also includes an extra pair of black combat boots. The prototypes measure 12'' tall. Included base measures 4.5'' x 6''. Remote control measures 7'' x 2'' x 6''. Entire set weighs 4 lbs. 5 oz. Near fine. From the estate of G.I. Joe creator Donald Levine and with a COA from his widow.
Set of Two G.I. Joe Prototypes Commemorating the Thirtieth Anniversary of The ''G.I. Joe'' Series -- Accompanied With Original Remote Control, in Working Condition
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