I’ve acquired many, many Star Wars items through the years. I spent the primary Christmas Day that I can bear in mind flying Luke and his X-wing round the home. I met Darth Vader (David Prowse) after I was 6. I can nonetheless really feel the shiver of worry as he strode by the double doorways, reaching over the gang to shake arms with me as my dad held me up. I by no means questioned why the Darkish Lord of the Sith was in Woolworth’s.
After I turned a dad, I had a contemporary excuse to go to that galaxy far, far-off and purchase new toys. (I nonetheless remorse promoting my very own in a storage sale to lift funds for our first house.) My spouse and I really like the unique films, and our youngsters want the prequel trilogy, however all of us loved watching the newest reveals collectively. Everybody is aware of I’m a fan, and I’ve acquired (and given) numerous Star Wars items through the years. These are a few of my favorites.
Up to date Might 4, 2026: I’ve up to date this information for what’s unofficially recognized worldwide as Star Wars Day, including items from Ruggable, Goal Darts, Lego, and Displate, eliminated some discontinued gadgets, and up to date costs.
