Airfix Astronauts (1971)

A classic set of 1:76 scale figures originally released in 1971 and still available to this day.  Its nice to see the box art remains almost the same.  As a kid I spent as long staring at that picture as I did painting and playing with the figures.

 

 I'll admit I'm tempted....

Steve

Airfix Astronauts (1971) Original Release

Original box art for the Airfix Astronauts HO/00 scale figures, first issued 1971.

I owned these back in the day although I've no idea what happened to them.  Still the box art is enough to bring all the memories back.  What I like the most about this picture is just how busy the moon is.  I've no idea what everybody is up to for sure but it has the feel of a school sports day.


Steve