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September 13, 2016 By Brian 14 Comments

Collector Profile: Chaz George’s Rare Batman Toys

If you are a Batman collector, you will certainly appreciate Chaz George’s collection of rare Batman memorabilia. Let’s take a closer look…

batman ideal captain action

How did your collection start? What was the first item in your collection?
My collection started over my deep love for Batman. The first item in my collection I recall was the Batman 8″ Mego Action Figure as a child growing up in the 1970’s and then when I got the fervor as an adult collector that was the first must-have piece to acquire, and it grew from there and took over my life.

Approximately how many items are in your collection?
There are a few thousand items in my collection at the moment because I have sold at least 3,000 pieces in the past 20 years.

batman ideal utility belt

batman vintage utility belt

Do you have a favorite item in your collection?
My all time favorite item is the 1966 Ideal Batman Utility Belt Set. It is considered by collectors of vintage Batman toys to be the top “Holy Grail” item. While it was one of the more common items back in ’66, it is now nearly impossible to find a complete, all original set for sale. I have owned 20 sets over the years. I’m obsessed — I’m down to 13 variations on the set, including three in original boxes and the rare Ideal Factory (White) ~Test Shot~ Prototype Set, which I purchased from a doctor many years ago, long before people started reproducing some of the parts.

batman stretch armstrong

How do you store/display your collection?
I used to display everything I had when I could keep up with the dusting, but lately my fixtures are taken up by my daughter’s extensive Monster High & Black Butler collections, which I help her with. I enjoy knowing the bulk of my items are safe from the elements and I like having a small display in my bedroom.

batman justice league playset

Is there a “holy grail” item that you would love to add to your collection?
Recently my focus has been the 1966 Ideal Batman/Justice League of America Play Set, I finally completed it! It is said there are only 4 complete examples known in existence. It is a magnificent triumph. Since I’ve conquered the toy department, my ultimate “Holy Grail” item is the very first comic book debut appearance of Batman in Detective Comics No. 27 from 1939.

batman pedal cars

Do you collect other things?
I’ve collected many other subjects, they include: Other DC & Marvel Super Heroes especially Superman and Spider-Man, Star Wars, The Beatles, The Monkees, Michael Jackson, Monsters, McDonald’s, Masters Of The Universe, Tom & Jerry, Scooby-Doo, Smurfs, E.T. and Lionel Kiddie City.

Do you have any advice for new collectors who are just starting a collection?
My advice for new collectors who are just starting out would be to follow your heart and the golden rule of collecting what you love because my hunt is driven by nostalgic sentiments more than monetary value. Collect stuff you can’t live without.


batman-chazgeorge-portrait

Chaz is offering some Batman rarities in Serious Toyz Auction #58 on September 22nd & 23rd and in Heritage Auctions Comic and Comic Art Auction in November.

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  1. Tony says

    September 13, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    That Justice League America set looks like sooo much fun!I’m the same way whereas I’ll collect things that I used to own as a kid or that I really wanted as a kid but never got.I couldn’t begin to try an accumulate entire collections of any one line,unless It’s a small attainable one.Great post 🙂

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  2. Rich says

    September 14, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    Holy epic collection, BATMAN!

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  3. Jon says

    September 15, 2016 at 2:10 pm

    Wow, what a collection! I never knew there were variations of the Utility Belt. Not sure why they included a gun though…

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  4. Jim Nagel says

    September 18, 2016 at 12:49 pm

    Love the collection of rare Batman. I want it all and more. Will only go up in value.

    Jim

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  5. Gary says

    September 18, 2016 at 1:06 pm

    Very nice article

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  6. Ray Flores says

    September 18, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    Wooooow!!! Your Bat-collection is amazing!!!! And your Ideal JLA set is to die for!!!!

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  7. Elissabat Hyung says

    September 18, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    Brilliant collection!!

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  8. Karen says

    September 18, 2016 at 7:56 pm

    Chaz, you rock! Holy cow Batman. You are one serious collector. I admire you for doing what you love. Great job!

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  9. Sam says

    September 19, 2016 at 10:51 am

    Beautiful collection

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  10. Jim says

    September 20, 2016 at 2:53 am

    Chaz, what a fabulous collection!!!! My passion started at the age of 10 (1979). I’m an everything collector but my favorite is sports cards and memorabilia. I consult for Freeman’s auction house in Phila . My holy grail piece that I acquired many years ago is the 1909 t206 Eddie plank baseball card. Thanks again !!! Your buddy , Jim

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  11. Mark says

    September 26, 2016 at 6:45 pm

    I so love the collection, just makes us wish we could buy. Wished we had time machine to go back an load up in this stuff. Is art and memories all in one. Perfect collection.

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    • Susan says

      October 8, 2016 at 3:27 pm

      Very cool collection! We too are passionate collectors and dealers of all sorts of memorabilia so we appreciate seeing the passion others have. Enjoy!!

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  12. Rob says

    October 10, 2016 at 12:21 am

    Ever see theese in a coleection?

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  13. Ed says

    January 12, 2019 at 5:40 pm

    Does the Batman: A Celebration of the Classic TV series comes in a limited edition version signed by Adam west and burt ward?

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