Bullmark Giant Mikras Soft Vinyl Kaiju, Ultraseven Capsule Monster, c. 1970, 32 cm, Showa Era
Bullmark Giant Mikras Soft Vinyl Kaiju, Ultraseven Capsule Monster, c. 1970, 32 cm, Showa Era
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Mikras, the horned capsule monster of Ultraseven, in the giant size of Bullmark soft vinyl. Made around 1970, standing about 32 cm (12.6 in) tall, and keeping much of the red paint that fades on most survivors.
The Piece
In Ultraseven, first broadcast in 1967, the hero carries capsule monsters that he releases to fight on his behalf, and the stout, horned Mikras is the best loved of them. Bullmark, the Tokyo maker that succeeded Marusan as the great name in kaiju soft vinyl, produced Mikras in a giant size around 1970 for the lasting re-runs of the Ultra series.
The figure is moulded in maroon vinyl, with a green bib, a blue crest of hair and silver horns sweeping up from the head. The broad mouth is painted red with white teeth and staring eyes, and a blue stripe runs down the spine between rows of scales. The feet are sculpted with claws and toes, and the arms are jointed at the shoulder. The red highlights, which fade easily, are still strong across the body.
Among Bullmark’s giant kaiju, Mikras is harder to find than Giant Taccong and at least as scarce as Giant Garuban, and is a centrepiece for a collection of first-generation Ultra monster toys.
Height about 32 cm (12.6 in). Every measurement is taken by hand, with the piece laid flat and the tape read by eye, so please allow a gentle margin of about 1–3 cm (0.5–1 in) for the natural give of fabric, handwork and the human hand.
Details
- Maker: Bullmark
- Character: Mikras, Ultraseven capsule monster
- Size: Giant series
- Material: Soft vinyl, sprayed and hand-painted
- Height: 32 cm (12.6 in)
- Era: Showa, c. 1970
- Production: Original period piece, not a reissue
Condition
- Very good overall, with no damage to the joints or locating lugs and no names or marks.
- Much of the red paint remains, with natural fading and light rubbing at high points.
- Minor age-related changes to the vinyl.
Condition grade A (excellent, light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Sculpt, vinyl and paint are consistent with Bullmark’s giant-series Mikras of about 1970. Keep soft vinyl away from direct sunlight, heat and other plastics; red pigments in particular fade with light.
Delivery from Japan
The figure is wrapped and boxed as a fragile toy. It ships from Tokyo, insured and tracked, by EMS or an equivalent express service; import duties, where due, are payable on arrival. Please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.
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