12 Action Figures That Lost Their Accessories Instantly
Many classic action figures lost their small accessories almost as soon as kids started playing with them.
- Sophia Zapanta
- 4 min read
Accessories made action figures more realistic, but they were often the easiest parts to lose. Small weapons, belts, and gear slipped out of hands or broke after only a few uses. These 12 action figures are remembered for how quickly their accessories disappeared.
1. G.I. Joe Weapons
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G.I. Joe figures were sold with rifles, pistols, and knives. The accessories were small and often got lost in yards, under beds, or inside toy boxes. Without them, the figures did not feel complete. Collectors often pay more today for figures that still include their original weapons.
2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Accessories
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The turtles each had signature weapons such as swords, nunchucks, and staffs. These pieces were thin and snapped into the figures’ hands but were easy to misplace. Kids who lost them ended up with figures that no longer looked like the characters from the show. Complete sets with weapons are rare and more valuable to collectors.
3. Star Wars Lightsabers
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Early Star Wars figures included lightsabers that extended from the arms. These parts were fragile and often bent or broke during play. Many lightsabers were lost soon after opening the figures. Characters with intact sabers are now worth far more in the collector market.
4. He-Man Shields and Swords
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Masters of the Universe figures came with battle gear like swords and shields. The weapons were removable and often disappeared quickly. Many kids lost them outside or mixed them into toy bins. Finding a He-Man with his original sword is now difficult for collectors.
5. Transformers Blasters
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Transformers toys included small blasters or rocket launchers. These pieces did not attach firmly and came off easily during transformations. Children often forgot where they placed them once the figure was converted. Today, Transformers with all their weapons are far less common.
6. Power Rangers Weapons
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Power Rangers figures had accessories like swords and laser blasters. The weapons were designed to be removable but slipped out of hands often. Many were lost during active play. Collectors place a higher value on Rangers that still include their full gear.
7. Batman Utility Gear
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Batman action figures often came with batarangs, capes, or grappling hooks. These items were easy to lose because of their small size and loose attachments. Kids ended up with figures that no longer had the tools seen in comics and cartoons. Sets that include the original gear are more sought after by collectors.
8. Ghostbusters Proton Packs
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Ghostbusters toys were packaged with proton packs and thin plastic streams. The streams bent or broke, and the packs often separated from the figures. Without these, the toys no longer matched their role in the films. Intact proton packs are now hard to find in the market.
9. Thundercats Swords of Omens
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The Thundercats figures included the Sword of Omens. These swords were fragile and disappeared easily during play. Kids who lost them were left with figures missing their main feature. Figures with the original sword intact are far less common today.
10. Jurassic Park Dinosaurs with Capture Gear
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Some Jurassic Park figures and dinosaurs came with capture gear, such as cages or restraints. These parts were often removed and set aside, then forgotten. Many were lost within days of opening the toys. Full sets with their capture gear are much harder to find.
11. WWF Wrestling Belts
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Wrestling action figures were sold with plastic championship belts. The belts were lightweight and often slipped off during play. Many were lost quickly in toy boxes or under furniture. Wrestlers who still include their belts are more valuable to collectors.
12. Spawn Weapons
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Spawn figures came with detailed weapons that were thin and detachable. These parts fell out of the hands easily and sometimes broke during rough play. Many were lost after only a few uses. Collectors now look for complete sets that include the original weapons.