Chips old Boys

Geyperman M.P , I think these are quite sort after now ? I also think this is one of the best Vintage M.P figure uniforms that was released . My Geyperman , has gone a bit loose at the knees , any suggestions for a fix anyone ? Big thanks to Lestrype for the correct black  boots , you can see these in the last photo , I had mine dressed with tall brown boots , Signalman suggests these were also used . I didn`t think the black boots would look so good , but I rather like the look of them now he is wearing them .

Striking MP Chip!

I’m really liking the look of your Geyperman M.P. Your pictures are brilliant of your Geyperman M.P.

I'm just delighted to have been some small part of your wonderful restoration of Geyperman Chip!
I think the black boots look great! So glad they arrived safely! (And proved to be originals too!)

Wonderful shots Chip! your Geyper looks fantastic!

Sharp-looking "original" figure! While I of course enjoy "playing with" GI JOE and friends, these days I love seeing a classic restored to his original glory!

Nice figure and pristine uniform!

Great looking figures to be sure. The Mounties are ace.

You're right Chip, that Geyperman MP of yours is a very sought after figure in that state and as such is valuable.

They do a really nice repro version on Hobbycrash and even that's usually out of stock.

Hope to see some more of your vintage guys.

Chip wrote:

Geyperman M.P , I think these are quite sort after now ? I also think this is one of the best Vintage M.P figure uniforms that was released . My Geyperman , has gone a bit loose at the knees , any suggestions for a fix anyone ?

That is a cracking uni Chip.. I have a real soft spot for Geyper man second issue. I love the look in their eyes.

I'd also be interested in any tips for tightening the old legs /knees. I have use rubber bands before now

Gunner Munro wrote:

I love the look in their eyes.

Speaking of the eyes, look closely at the paint job in Chip's first photo. It's formulaic, but not at all what I'd expect an eye to look like.

LeStryge wrote:

Gunner Munro wrote:

I love the look in their eyes.

Speaking of the eyes, look closely at the paint job in Chip's first photo. It's formulaic, but not at all what I'd expect an eye to look like.

Yes Barry. You probably know these were EE head moulds destined to have the 'Eagle Eyes' but for a reason I can't remember, the Spanish makers of Geyperman didn't go with the new eye look.

Maybe some other more knowledgeable member can fill in the blanks and correct me if I am inaccurate?

I think the Geyperman heads are some of the best Vintage heads .

Chip wrote:

I think the Geyperman heads are some of the best Vintage heads .

There's a lot of love for them alright Chip.  
There was a big discussion thread on AMHQ about this very topic a few years ago.

Most collectors, myself included, regard these figures very very highly indeed.
The fixed eyes are a moot point amongst some, but it must be said, that this with the head sculpt gives them a unique signature look of their own.

I only own one Geyperman Adventuro reissue figure.
These are tooled from the original molds and the build quality is top notch.
This guy is one of my collection faves.

He looks real good , and as the original moulds were used he has more appeal than the A.M 40th stuff in my opinion .

Action Man Secret Mission to Dragon Island .

This was without doubt one of my favourite A.M kits . I had the set as a kid , sadly he went on missions elsewhere . But I Have re recruited a couple of sets . It is a very hard figure to put together if you scrounge the set up via loose parts , or have some parts missing . Unique to the set , was the uniform , the thin cotton belt has an adjustable slider , the silver Colt and knuckle knife , and the rucksack and map all unique to this set as far as I know . A small comic came with the set too , which I forgot to get photos of , but do have . My eagle eye set has a gold handled Knuckle knife , I have a feeling I have a silver one tucked up in a Special Operations Bag , but have yet to confirm . There is a few knock off silver Colts out there , and again my Eagle Eye set has one of those I believe . Add in those fragile Gold pliers and the compass , all quite difficult to pick up these days . Anyway here is my Secret Mission to Dragon Island set . Hope you dig him like I do .





















I added some kit , I thought would be rather fitting to this set , just for fun and play value . I thought a detonator and a roll of fuse wire , would help with the dynamite , a signal lamp and flare gun to help him get extracted from the island once his mission was over , and a pair of bins and first aid kit .

The kits was excellent to start with but your additions take it to another level!!! 

Nice assortment of original accessories, including a paper map! Fun stuff!

Awesome Chip!
Military era for AM and Joe are my favorites!

Thanks very much for looking and the kind words peeps .

I really like him Chip,

I'm in the middle of sorting through my VAM at the mo , so will take on the Chip Dragon Island challenge and see what I can rustle up !

This set was after my time .. effectively I stopped serious AM play around '74 ( 13/14 ish) and they probably went "up in the loft" around that time .. So i missed out on the grippers, eagle eyes and BP's ..

But I think that 1970-77 period must be the Golden Era for our old pal.

Taken me forever to get some figures and pics together . Here is my Vintage A.M Commander " Chip " . I was inspired to use a shirt and tie as opposed to a scarf , by some pics from the rather inspiring work of MiskatonicNick . Re flock was by Dreadnaut , thanks Kev . Like me has gone a bit grey , and occasionally needs to wear glasses . I home made the tie , and done a copy / custom of the Colditz officers suit case . Added a few bit`s and bobs for props . He needed his hands renewed , so has 40th grippers . I am quite pleased how he turned out . Perhaps of interest to some , his trousers actually have a stitched in A.M label , very much a rarity I would say . Hope you like him anyways .

Hi Chip, 
That's a mission accomplished with your captain there  He looks fantastic . I really like the shirt and tie look, it's very fitting   I also like the officers suitcase you made and filled with very fitting accessories   I am glad you are pleased with him and I myself would be very pleased with the offer had turned out  
And your figures above the offer are very nice looking figures Chip. A real pleasure to view 

He looks great Chip.
The glasses with the grey hair is a very nice touch, along with the shirt and tie and suitcase.
That's a figure anyone would be proud to have in their collectioin.

Quite a distinguished trooper, there! The necktie gives him a stylishly formal appearance.

The wooden desk, or more like a map table, is very nice, too. Did you construct that yourself?

Very,very cool Chip! the shirt and tie are a fab combo! Also, what a great flock! You have put together a really nice set