#45: Nerf Blasters
The iconic Nerf Blaster, launched in the 1990s, revolutionized child’s play. Priced at $20, it was the era’s novelty for safe, semi-automatic foam dart fun, widely available in key toy retailers like Toys R Us and K-Mart.
Today, these vintage toys have morphed into cherished collector’s items, commanding prices as steep as $300. This price surge reflects the nostalgia and value collectors find in reminiscing about carefree days spent in spirited Nerf battles with friends.