Machine Gun Emplacement
Store exclusives have long been a way for companies to cement their bonds with their strongest outlets. The Machine Gun Emplacement Set (5931) was a 1965 Sears exclusive, one of many that would sell through the retail giant. Boy I miss the Wishbook!
The box art shows Joe steely-eyed and determined under fire, though one might suggest he keep his head down a bit. The set was a group packaging of several small cards, along with a figure. Kids got:
There was a ton of play value here for the traditional back yard warriors |