YANN’S COLLECTION

• Polar Mission (2008) base (body + neck scarf + vest + pants + boots)
• Put original transparent glasses

• The snowmobile is the 2002 version (red) and not the 2005 (orange) version that retailed with the Arctic Storm figure

• Equipped with Fabbri mixed sets
• Need to add the last Fabbri light blue snow accessories ordered

• Using Fabbri kits accessories / need to add the right black pants that is with the last ordered pieces

• Addition of black trousers (not included in kit)

• Quad Assault (2002) / Battle Force (2005)
• One out of 4 missiles is broken at one end (needs replacement)

• Addition of the Jerrican + Toolbox (only 2 tools inside)

• Paying hommage to an older VAM outfit kit

• A custom made with some World's Peacekeepers Elite figure.

• Using many Mattel's Max Steel "Mountain Attack" parts.

• Trying to get close to the illustration of the 1993 kit of the same name.

• Addition of dog-tags plates + gun and holster + machine gun plastic strap + Unofficial UN cloth cover on a secondary helmet

• A mix of Battle Command duke and Action Man mortar combat vest

• Added some equipment (beret, belt, gun and body strap)
• 1993 is the year of release of the GI Joe Marine Parris Island gear

• Broken backpack antenna

• Trousers comes from Action Man vs X

• On a Grunt body
• Parts of the KIT only with some mods (kaki straps for the holster and kinfe sheath / black "Battle Force" visor on the rifle)

• Outfit like original box art illustration / Armor come from V.R. Warrior
• Is the black stand included ?

• Swapped with an Action Man figure / Added the belt and binoculars of "Desert Patrol"

• Hommage to the VAM Tank Commander figure

• My original "Battle Force" figure with the Green Beret kit sheath, "Jungle Patrol" vest, "Underwater Attack" mask

• Misses 1 silver grey machine gun (there is one the combat kit and another in basic training kit)

• Commando movie (John Matrix) inspired

• From the GI Joe kit (Classic Collection 1996).
• The piolet has been replaced with a more recent one, as well as the knife that is black instead of matte grey.
• Try to switch pants with white/kaki camo ?
• Switch to a better (non bent) silver grey ice pick

• Lanard Ultra Corps vest + shoes + mortar.

Arctic Surf Bike + Polar Extreme Kit kitbash (snowshoes from "Ice Mission" kit instead of original climbing-irons)

Scale the highest peaks and conquer the Alpine terrains with the "Vintage Austrian Mountaineer" action figure! Dressed in an eye-catching orange parka, this seasoned climber is the quintessential image of a mountain expedition leader. His attire, complete with brown knickerbockers and sturdy black boots, is a homage to the traditional mountaineering garb, ready for both the rugged outdoors and the biting winds.

Equipped with a classic rifle slung over his back and a trusty ice axe in hand, this mountaineer is prepared for any challenges the mountain might present, be it navigating icy crevasses or setting up camp in the wilderness. His loyal husky, adorned with a decorative collar, stands vigilant, a partner in both spirit and survival.

With tools like a camp stove, cooking pan, and a canteen, survival is the name of the game. The figure's accessories—a pair of red binoculars, a compass, and a utility knife—speak of his readiness to chart unexplored paths and witness breathtaking vistas.

The "Vintage Austrian Mountaineer" is more than an action figure; it's an artifact of adventure that embodies the spirit of alpine exploration. Ready to relive the golden era of mountaineering? This figure will inspire tales of courage and the call of the wild in every child.

• Clothes from "Ice Raider" (2000)
• The straps of the knife sheath needs to be replaced.

• Dressed according to the card art of the original kit with custom elements ( including a Max Steel blue belt and harness )

Addition of many elements

From GI Joe Adventures kit (2002) / Trousers from Beachhead 2002 https://www.yojoe.com/12inch/02/beachhead.shtml / Boots + ski mask from Action Man Sand Boarder Extreme (2001) / Vest from Arctic Adventure Set (1998)

• Military fatigues from "Light Infrantry" kit (1993 GI Joe - 1995 Action Man ). Accessories from the climbing kit (1994). Bag from Survival Base Camp (1995). Green belt from Total Mission (2002)