HCC788 - 1986 LEATHERNECK - Marine - Vintage G.I. Joe toy review!

[@xavierprotocols]

One of my favorite Joes back when I was a kid. I always preferred the Joe's with more realistic looking camo or uniforms than the funky colors or unprofessional look for a unit that is supposed to be a highly trained Special Forces Unit.

[@Alverant]

I remember in the comic he had to dress up in a Cobra uniform but he still kept his rifle. When the Baroness noticed a non-Cobra weapon and asked where he got it, Leatherneck said, "I ummmmm captured it." in a very unconvincing lie. She believed it and put him in charge of something very important because only a competent Cobra trooper can capture such a weapon.

[@user-si9fx4xb6v]

I remember that issue well. I have noticed that in both the toy line and the comic book Cobra, tended to favor foreign made weapons over American made weapons. Granted their are some exceptions to this(The Crimson Guard has an Armalite AR180), but it has largely been unchanged even in the new sculpt era.

[@Huntress236]

I can't wait for Leatherneck to join GIJOE Classified.

[@andrewgort1869]

I liked your story about your Marine covers. I too had an old Marine cover as a kid and Gung Ho as my favorite followed by Leatherneck. I also think my fascination with them was a inspiration which made me enlist in the Marine Corps. Ooorah!

[@lonesquiff6551]

Ah yes Leatherneck. He was one of my earliest Joes.

[@dean4125]

Leatherneck was one of my favorites also when I was a kid. along with footloose and Dusty. I Loved those realistic looking military style figures the most.

[@thedroidwhisperer2699]

I was actually going to request a review of this figure, so I'm thrilled to see him get such a caring review. I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one with a soft spot for Leatherneck.

[@HCC788]

Oh, yes. Leatherneck was one of my buddies back in the day.

[@rtd1409]

Yes a great review from a top tier (Top 5 for me) GI Joe team figure. In 1986 I remember my Mom bringing in a few finds from freshly opened boxes at the Thrifty a block away. We head back to buy more and by the card art thumbnail on the back of the Dial Tone and Viper that were the first two I got from 1986 I knew Leatherneck was the first I had to have. I used to take my original figure with me many places and still have him. A mint figure rules the Joe team on my desk. Great one!

[@shermanvermin76]

Leatherneck (one of the 1986 Joes) replaced 1983's Gung-Ho (although Gung-Ho did return in 1987, with a new version) [and, funnily, was sold *at the same time* as Leatherneck].

[@hneugiii1245]

I have to agree with you on the rifle it's my favorite Joe rifle. I just ordered 15 bootlegs of it from China. My Vipers are also in the process of trading their arms in for Cobra AKs.

[@billislois]

One of the greatest figures and he and sgt slaughter was the reason i became a marine drill sgt

[@HCC788]

That's awesome! Thanks for your service.

[@sparkster1701]

Semper fi!!!

[@billislois]

Sparkster 1701 always faithful

[@shermanvermin76]

I can definitely see Leatherneck working with (even though they're different ranks) Colonel Mustafa and General Adnan (as well as Sergeant Slaughter). I remember liking Leatherneck for his black moustache.

[@allhailmegatron8043]

You mean Drill Instructor right?

[@nabueso81]

I had this figure, so much memories, I always make him drive my Lynx tank, his uniform camouflage mixed perfect with the vehicle camouflage. Thanks for uploading this video.

[@seandowling935]

Love these 83-86 figures. This is the peak of the line for me and Leatherneck is another winner. One of the characters that I prefer the cartoon version to the comic. He and Wetsuit were great foils for each other.

[@HCC788]

Giving the characters a rivalry is a good way to develop both of them. They way they bounce off of each other tells us something about their personalities.

[@Mechaninjalo]

Just would like to say I just as a week ago started re-collecting G.I. Joes I had when I was a youngster, Thanks for the great fun videos and helpful reviews of the toys. Wishing u and yours the best during the holidays and for the New Year :)

[@RealHectorCanales]

Congratulations on ALL THE SUBSCRIBERS. I remember when you were trying to get at least 100 subscribers. Great job. I hope to be as half successful as you. I'm currently waiting for my Leatherneck (purchased on eBay). Your video heightens my anticipation. My original Leatherneck did not survive my discovery of fire as a kid.

[@HCC788]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy your Leatherneck!

[@ianpokluda9489]

Have a great Christmas! Looking forward to more 2017 videos. Leatherneck has underrated detail, great "Predator" M203 M-16

[@HCC788]

Have a great holiday season! I think 2017 will be pretty good.

[@user-si9fx4xb6v]

I agree, the M16A2 with the M203 grenade launcher is a great accessory. Its one of my favorite weapons in the vintage line along with Iceberg's M60 , Low Light's sniper rifle, Flint's shotgun, Hawk version two's Colt 1911A1 pistol and Lifeline's pistol( which I believe is suppose to be a Sig Sauer P226). Having a Marine G.I. Joe character with the M16A2 is very fitting since the Marines were the branch of the Armed Forces to field it.

[@mattlerch531]

this was a great review. solid figure. semper fi to U.ncle S.ams M.isguided C.hildren. the animated series played to the rivalry between the navy and marines (wet-suit and leatherneck) even though gung-ho,torpedo, deep-six and shipwreck were aleady established, we never got to see that form of rivalry or friendly insults cast around. being in the navy myself(gunnersmate for 2years) i was privy to that rivalry having worked along side MARDET onboard. we would sling insults and crack jokes like "i wanted to join the marines, but they found out my parents were married", or "what does marine stand for, my a** rides in navy equipment, or muscles are required intelligence not essential." there were others but since this a family site i wont say them. i can appreciate leathernecks attitude more than when i was growing up because of that. great review once again and merry christmas to the HCC family.

[@HCC788]

Thank you! Have a great holiday, and thanks for your service. I hope you didn't make those poor Marines cry with your biting wit.

[@mattlerch531]

HoodedCobraCommander788 it was all in good fun. most of the wit came from the old timers, had to train up the the youngsters the right way.

[@josiahalcorne7568]

One of the best from arguably the best year of G.I. Joe.

[@iceman0151]

Side notes to the file card. (1) Marine Corps Drill Sergeants are called Drill Instructors and there are no tech sergeants in the Marine Corps.

[@gunnysgames2321]

David Strother 100% Correct.

[@fuse557]

OMG thank you for saying that! Was bugging me bad! Semper Fi

[@rizzle29]

Great review as always... Thank you for a great 2016 and looking forward to what you have in store for 2017!

[@JoeMotionVideos82]

I always enjoyed the antics between Leather Neck and Wet Suit, in the cartoons. But one thing did bug me about his sculpt, that you pointed out. That is the strap holding his knife. There is no other strap going across his chest, to prevent it from slipping off of his shoulder. I have owned one for years and never paid any attention to it, until now.

[@HCC788]

Hm. Yeah, I didn't notice anything about the strap.

[@donaldthompson9938]

Great Review, I got my Leatherneck about 4 mons. ago. Looking forward to next year's reviews. Merry Christmas

[@HCC788]

Thank you! Happy holidays!

[@hugoalbertoalcocervazquez5931]

Para mí la mejor figura de GI Joe.

[@theygone6962]

Thanks for the new instalment;

[@HCC788]

Thanks for watching!

[@dyb126]

Great review love leatherneck. I want to start a vintage GI Joe collection who should be my Main priorities

[@theygone6962]

I'd say your favorites

[@dyb126]

Well that's good advice but I'm 11 so I dont have memories of GI Joe but it looks really cool

[@theygone6962]

I'd go with complete figures because going back and finding parts or equipment for missing items sometimes cost more than the figures themselves from what I've found out during my short time collecting

[@RealHectorCanales]

the railway experince I would suggest you get all the realistic Gi Joes, such as Leatherneck. Guys like Sci-Fi are a little far fetch (& easier to find) or FAR WORSE COBRA LA aren't really ICONIC. Duke, Flint, Shipwreck, are all iconic figures in Gi Joe even they are not everyone's favorite (HCC isn't so crazy about Shipwreck BUT HES MY FAVORITE).

[@mattlerch531]

yojoe.com has a list of all joes. look them up there and pick a few that catch your eye. most figures on the market have a wide range of conditions and prices, so do your homework there first. also look out for pirated figures or the funschool (from india) versions and the off colored accessories that may come with the figure. make sure the figure you choose is complete, if not finding the right accessories maybe tough. even if the o-ring is broken, that is an easy fix, get the figure. watchout for broken thumbs and loose joints. as far as vehicles, do the same, research is key.

[@gxbouncer1]

Great video and Merry Christmas buddy!!!

[@HCC788]

Thank you! And happy holidays to you!

[@soterioncoil2163]

I pretty much agree with your opinion for this review! Jolly good.

[@HCC788]

Thank you!

[@jmsberetta]

great year, and video

[@HCC788]

Thank you!

[@shermanvermin76]

Originally, I'd have had Leatherneck fight against Croc Master, but now that the Joes know an even *worse* enemy than Cobra - the Headman - I've finally ceased thinking about G.I. Joe and Cobra hating each other.

[@ghostbusterguy20011]

merry christmas bud keep up the good work

[@HCC788]

Thank you! I'll try! Happy holidays!

[@MidnightRangeTM]

They misspelled parris island on the card

[@mgvillanmp478]

nice work man this is a great figure ...the downside I never had him ..merry Christmas to you and your my friend

[@HCC788]

But through the power of ebay, you COULD have him! Happy holidays!

[@crazynavy9442]

Where is the “r” in camp lejeune?

[@christlee587]

i love leatherneck!

[@HCC788]

Me, too!

[@mangalone4095]

Leatherneck is Force Recon.

[@mangalone4095]

Left arm insignia. Swift, Silent, Deadly.

[@Tremain]

I love the character of Leatherneck but the V1 (and 2) sculpt looks more like a scrawny math teacher than a tough marine. The third version while having a ridiculous outfit at least looks like a buff square jawed marine.

[@HCC788]

Hey, not everyone can be square-jawed. We thin-mandibled guys stick together.

[@jakubbuszko3089]

Thank you a lot , let's me think about smarter comment Commander ...

[@nickynostalgia6493]

They really botched the file card on this one. Call a Marine Corps Drill Instructor a Drill Sergeant and you get roasted. Quarter deck now recruit! Good job on the review though. Semper Fi Marines.

[@christianbrix4311]

'Metzger' means 'butcher' in German (butcher/slaughter - coincidence...?)

[@Straight0uttaCrofton]

is Marine really a "job" though

[@jones7299]

Thx but we were volunteers so no thanks needed