Blood for the Baron!

• Phase 2C – 2D Interface (Early 1984)

Description :
Not a proper Phase as such, more a slight crossover between the two. Characterised by the use of the new moulds that would later be found in Phase 2D, as well as new paint types and patterns (for example, the sharp camouflage on the Z Force ...

• Phase 2C (Early 1984)

Description :
This phase sees the expansion of the range, and whilst figures of Phase 2A/B continue to be made, new figures and vehicles are added, and more figures are borrowed from the US GI Joe range of toys. The medal numbers on the card backs, numbers 45-55, allow us ...

• Phase 2B (October 1983 – but in reality probably a bit earlier)

Description :
This sees the launch of Q Force and Space Force. Many of these figures in this Phase are both T1 and T2 – in actual fact one or other of them may well be Phase 2C, but it is difficult to subdivide them without more ...

• Phase 2A (April 1983)

Description :
The start of the new all new Action Force, with the launch of the first three groups: The Enemy, SAS and Z Force. Q Force and Space Force were launched later, in Phase 2B.This staggered release is clearly shown by the medal numbers on the card backs that ...

• Phase 1B/2A Interface (Late 1982 - Early 1983)

Description :
Not a clear Phase as such, but a period of research and development. Whilst Series 1 was being pushed, its success meant that plans were made for a larger, more bold, toy line – Action Force. The number of Series 2 test shots, moulds ...

• Phase 1B (October 1982)

Description :
Increased interest leads to simplifications/changes in the moulds. There is decreased attention to detail (decals, etc.), and changes in moulding due to their now being 2 (or more) moulds making them. This results in the Type 2 variants in several of the ...

• Phase 1A (Early Summer 1982)

Description :
The first 13 AF figures (9 only oncardbacks) are based on the Action Man originals, each copying all details of the originals including helmet decals and paint highlights. That this first 13 are a homogenous group is shown by the medal numbers on the ...

Hi all
This is the Phasing of Palitoy releases and cardbacks I have been slaving over for a year or more. This should reveal the history of Palitoy's releases, and explain some of the variants. Also, where the cardback descriptions says Phase 1b, 2a, 2b, etc. This is what it is referring to.
Where ...

Logic in packaging? And Palitoy?

Maureen and Betty in their fag break seem to have been the driving force behind Palitoy's decisions!

But seriously, you are probably right... we just need proof!

Your welcome mate, a pleasure... mostly!