[DoodleBob]

This year's potentially deadly top 10?

1. Calico Critters Nursery Friends — This $14.95 collection of not-so-friendly critters is labeled for ages 3+, "however 'flocked animals,' regardless of labels, are appealing to oral-age children, as recognized by the industry small parts regulation. The Calico Critters collection includes small parts, such as a pacifier, with the potential for choking injuries," says W.A.T.C.H.
2. The Toysmith Missile Launcher — W.A.T.C.H. says, "5 year old children are advised to 'GO! Launch' this 'missile; with the provided slingshot-like launcher, and 'watch it soar…up to 75 ft!' The warnings and cautions make no mention of potential for eye or facial injuries. Moreover, the act of initiating launch occurs near a child’s face, as depicted on the packaging."
3. Marvel Avengers Vibranium Power FX Claw — This claw might look cool, but W.A.T.C.H. says watch out. "These rigid, plastic 'power FX' claws, 'inspired' by the famous comic book character, Black Panther, are sold for 5 year olds. The manufacturer includes a caution prohibiting 'hit[ting] or swing[ing] at people or animals.'"
4. Gloria Owl — She may seem sweet, but Gloria's a potential choking hazard. W.A.T.C.H. says, "This cuddly, plush owl is sold for babies as young as 12 months old. Nevertheless, even the manufacturer recognizes the toy’s long, fiber-like hair may not be adequately rooted, and is prone to 'shredding.' The hair, once separated, presents the potential for ingestion or aspiration injuries."
5. WWE Jumbo Superstar Fists — "These 'jumbo' size fists are sold to enable 3 year old children to emulate pro wrestling 'superstars.' No warnings or cautions are provided regarding the potential for blunt force or impact injuries," says W.A.T.C.H.
6. Scientific Explorer Sci-Fi Slime Kit — Not the slime! Apparently this kit is full of chemicals, so beware, tiny scientists. "There are numerous warnings and cautions on the box, package inserts, and the included chemicals and ingredients. For example, the zinc sulfide pouch warns that its contents '[m]ay cause eye, skin, and respiratory irritation. Harmful if swallowed.'"
7. The Original Boomerang Interactive Stunt UFO — Keep your fingers intact: "Children are encouraged to 'PERFORM AMAZING STUNTS & TRICKS!' by 'tossing' it into the air. Despite warning about potential propeller 'damage,' the manufacturer urges users to play 'catch' by 'pass[ing] the UFO back and forth to friends.'"
8. Boom City Racers Starter Pack — This is an eyeball hazard. "The 'BOOM CITY' race cars are sold with a ripcord 'launcher' so children as young as 4 years old can use the 'stunt set' to 'RIP, RACE, [and] EXPLODE!' these miniature vehicles. The manufacturer provides numerous warnings and cautions, including not to aim at 'eyes or face.'"
9. My Sweet Love Lots to Love Babies Minis — This tiny baby may look innocent, but she isn't. "This 'mini' baby comes with a feeding set, sold for 2 year olds as'[a]ccessories for doll use only.' The slender, rigid plastic spoon is approximately 2¾” long with the potential to be mouthed and occlude a child’s airway."
10. Star Wars Mandalorian Darksaber — This is not the way. Baby Yoda would definitely get into trouble with this Darksaber. "Young children are encouraged to 'SWING FOR BATTLE….!' with this 'ancient, black bladed lightsaber' made of rigid plastic, with the potential for facial and other impact injuries." (However, this does seem like a cool toy for adults...)

[DoodleBob]

Once again, they failed to list Bag o' Glass.

[Hulka]

How the heck did we survive childhood?

[colorado tanker]

I want a missile launcher! What could go wrong with that?

[blueunicorn6]

Barbie’s Meth House

[rfp1234]

[Little Ray]

What pitiful people those consumer pukes are.
Personally, I like the missile launcher and the interactive UFO stunt toy.

[Red Badger]

How did we ever survive childhood in the 50’s and 60’s?....................

[Pilgrim's Progress]

Frankly, I am shocked that Chia Barry isn’t on the list. Everyone knows that he is not green! Heck, he ain’t even black!

[TChad]

The contestants for this year’s Irwin Mainway Award are not impressive.

[1Old Pro]

Stick with the BB rifle.

[Dr. Sivana]

After I got married, my wife found out I had some old Mercurochrome in our medicine chest. I had no idea it was even controversial, much less banned.

As a kid, I had the Remco voice control astronaut base ( https://www.ebay.com/itm/1969-REMCO-VOICE-CONTROL-ASTRONAUT-BASE-IN-ORIGINAL-BOX/324279383777?hash=item4b808eb6e1:g:-iIAAOSw8vtfTVEs Remco and Marx had the COOLEST toys). I was seven, and wanted to see what the rocket would look like from overhead. It went into my eye, of course.

We also had a hand-me-down toy called Creepy Crawlies, where heat was applied to plastic blocks that expanded into plastic monsters.

[Deplorable American1776]

They forgot one... The Dominion Voting Machine, you put in a name (Donald Trump) and it comes out with Joe Biden. That Toy should be recalled ASAP, along with anyone elected by the machine in 2018 and 2020... 😀

[SkyDancer]

And way back when:

[Deplorable American1776]

Jeez, I’m glad I grew up in the early 70s. I had chemistry sets with Mercury and uranium, creepy crawlers sets (made my own fishing lures with them) and lead melting set... Made fishing weights. Am I still alive?

[mware]

When I was a kid the most dangerous toy was a Glass Blowing Kit for kids

[leaning conservative]

When I was young my friend & I broke a thermometer open & rolled the mercury around on the floor. Fun times.....

[eldoradude]

For your little budding tyrant...

[reed13k]

My wife loves Calico Critters (Slyvanian Family is the overseas name) and does crafts and seasonal displays with them. She grew up in Japan where they originated and couldn’t afford to buy them as a youngster.

She held off forever on any personal hobbies outside gardening, because she was concerned about our finances. I finally had enough last year and set her down to show that we were really, really ok and I wasn’t spouting nonsense.

She is still frugal, only buying stuff on sale or used; but I’m so happy to see her enjoying something for herself after all this time.

[HangnJudge]

I want the light saber!

[Yaelle]

No one but a hummingbird could choke on a calicocritters pacifier. It’s about as big as a grain of rice.