Gung-Ho (Marine)
Hasbro • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1983
Condition
Very Good. The EGA chest tattoo appears crisp. There is minor paint wear on the bandolier and eyebrows. Elbow rivets show light oxidation/discoloration typical of age. Joints appear relatively tight, though the internal O-ring's tension cannot be fully assessed from the image.
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 (Loose/Complete) / $8.00 - $15.00 (Loose/Incomplete as shown)
Description
The figure depicts a United States Marine Corps member with a mustache and black headband. He wears a tan vest open at the chest, revealing a blue Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor (EGA) tattoo. He features a molded gold/bronze ammunition bandolier across his torso, olive drab camouflage pants with a molded holster, and black boots. The figure features 'Swivel-Arm' articulation at the biceps, which was an upgrade introduced in 1983.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 (Loose/Complete) / $8.00 - $15.00 (Loose/Incomplete as shown)
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $12.00 in current visual condition without accessories
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Original mass release; swivel-arm battle grip version (Wave 2); Made in Hong Kong or China
Model Number
Product Code 6103
Toy Type
3.75 inch (1:18 Scale) plastic articulated figure with internal O-ring
Toy Condition
Very Good. The EGA chest tattoo appears crisp. There is minor paint wear on the bandolier and eyebrows. Elbow rivets show light oxidation/discoloration typical of age. Joints appear relatively tight, though the internal O-ring's tension cannot be fully assessed from the image.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging (Loose)
Rarity & Significance
Highly significant as the first Marine character in the G.I. Joe 'A Real American Hero' line. While common in production numbers, finding a specimen with a pristine chest tattoo and tight joints is desirable for collectors. It represents the transition period where Hasbro added bicep swivels to increase playability.
Special Features
Original figure came with a XM-76 grenade launcher and a green Marine cover (hat). The figure features the iconic blue eagle, globe, and anchor tattoo on the chest.
Notable Variations
There is a 'Straight-Arm' version from early 1983 which is rarer but lacks the bicep articulation. Differences in the shade of the tan plastic and the darkness of the camo paint on the legs exist between Hong Kong and China manufacturing runs.