Up Close: DST Spider-Man

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The highly anticipated launch of the first of Diamond Select Toys/ EMCE Marvel comics ReMegos has certainly been a topic of great interest among Mego collectors. The unique structure and higher price point (both enforced in the terms of it’s license) have given many collector pause before they purchase.

What we hope to do is showcase the item as objectively and honestly as possible and let you make the final decision.

Some tips and advice:

  • DO NOT attempt to remove the window box without the assistance of a hair dryer to heat up the glue, if you simply tear it, you will damage the litho.
  • Get extra bodies, either from Dr.Mego or another supplier.
  • Peter Parker’s vest is extremely tight, great care should be taken in dressing him. Once dressed, DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE HIS CLOTHING. We ended up tearing the sweater vest in trying to remove it.
  • Peter’s glasses simply refuse to stay stuck to his head, an application of glue dots makes them stay. Personally, I don’t like the glasses but to each their own.

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AKA Brian. Curator/helper monkey on the Mego Museum. Webmaster/Creator of Plaidstallions.com . President (and sole employee) of Odeon Toys. Freelance pop culture writer, toy historian and author of the book "Rack Toys: Cheap, Crazed Playthings" which is now available. Shoe size is 15 wide.