Classic Star Trek Classic Science Tricorder by Playmates 1994

If you were in Starfleet back in the days of Captain Kirk, you most like have been issued a Classic Phaser and a Classic Communicator, but if you're in the science or medical division, you are most likely issued a  Classic Tricoder as well.

Although, I feel this version of the Tricoder is molded in a child's size, it, like it's counterparts, is very well done. The Classic Science Tricoder features:

• Includes Three Classic Tricoder Sounds: Alpha Wave Scanning, Beta Scanning and Warning Alert!
• Light-up Viewscreen Display!
• Flashing Tricoder Indicators!
• One-Size Fits All Shoulder Strap!
• Bonus: Technical Blueprint Included!

The Classic Science Tricoder was a multipurpose scientific and technical instrument widely used throughout Starfleet, circa 2366. Earlier models of the field device were standard issue for Federation landing parties. Capable of scanning, computing, and recording several million bits of data at a time, the Classic Science Tricoder quickly became an indispensable tool for starship crews. Regarded as the first in a series of Tricoders, the Classic Science Tricoder is highly sought after by technical collectors of all generations.

Classic Star Trek Classic Communicator: Starfleet Standard Communication Device by Playmates 1994

Lock to my signal! One to beam up! Yesterday, we looked at the Classic Star Trek Classic Phaser and this time we look at its counterpart, the Classic Communicator.

I love this toy. Playmates did another superb job of re-creating the original. Especially, its chirp, when you flip up the metallized antenna grill. The Classic Communicator also featured:

• Includes Three Classic Communicator Sounds: Opening Activation Sound, Hailing and High Frequency!
• Working Signal Lights!
• Flip-Up Metallized Antenna Grill!
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity!
• Bonus: Technical Blueprint Included!

This is the first generation of subspace communication devices. The Communicator's compact and lightweight design along with its powerful range of 1200 kilometers made this communication device standard issue to all officers in Starfleet. This classic model was used for ground-to-orbit and global audio contact. Once aboard a Starship, the main computer handled all intership communications. Though this communicator was obsolete by 24th century standards, its simple design allowed for easy field maintenance and modifications. Of particular note are the manual dials which controlled emergency signals and frequency response of the communicator. These manual overrides were later replaced by an internal sub-matrix processor.

Classsic Star Trek Classic Phaser: Starfleet Standard Issue Sidearm by Playmates 1994

There's one. Set for stun! Oh, Wait. That's Star Wars. We're still on Star Trek week here. Although, with the release of the Star Wars movies on Blu-Ray we could do Star Wars week. Hmmmmm. Maybe next week. In the meantime, here's a look at the Playmates Classic Phaser.

For a toy, this thing could give any actual prop or replica a run for it's money. Playmates did an awesome job of recreating Starfleet's sidearms. This Phaser's features were:

• Light Up, Adjustable Beam Emitter!
• Two Classic Phaser Sounds: Stun & Higher Setting (They meant kill, must have been a misprint)!
• Certificate of Authenticity!
• Bonus: Technical Blueprint Included! 

The Classic Phaser configuration consists of Type I Phaser interlocked with a Type II Phaser body. The two Phasers combine to create a powerful defensive weapon with minimal phase degradation. The Classic Phaser was standard issue to all officers in Starfleet. Designed around Federation's policy of creating weapons for defensive purposes, the Classic Phaser is a prime example of early Starfleet innovation. The Classic Phaser's simple yet highly effective design made it one of the most reliable weapons of its time. Highly powerful with adjustable settings, the Classic Phaser was the paradigm for early portable defensive side arms.