History of WWF Hasbro Wrestling Rings: Unboxing & Collector's Guide

Unboxing a Risky eBay Purchase

• 🎯 Matt Cardona took a gamble on a cheap, used WWF Hasbro ring from eBay, unsure if it was complete or damaged.
• 💡 The ring was described as having rattles inside, leading to uncertainty about its condition, but the low price prompted the purchase.
• ✅ Upon opening, it was revealed to be a foreign version of the ring, featuring black posts and a gold winged eagle, and surprisingly, in mint condition.

Evolution of the WWF Hasbro Ring

• 🧐 The video details the history and variations of WWF Hasbro rings, noting differences in posts, stickers, and title belts.
• 💡 Early US rings had blue posts (round and square), while later foreign versions used black posts.
• ⚠️ The "King of the Ring" ring is highlighted, originally rumored to be a Hulk Hogan ring, featuring red and yellow colors and a unique monitor sticker.
• 🔍 A rare variation includes a Vince McMahon sticker, with some versions featuring a cartoon drawing and others the actual wrestler.

Rare and Exclusive Hasbro Rings

• 🌟 The discussion extends to other rare Hasbro rings, including a UK version with a sound module and the JC Penney exclusive Macho Man Randy Savage ring.
• 🧩 The JC Penney ring was advertised with a green Macho Man figure but often came with the standard orange version, making the green variant extremely rare.
• 🏆 Cardona showcases his personal collection, including a graded green Macho Man figure that sparked his deep dive into collecting rare wrestling memorabilia.

Collector's Insights and Variations

• 🧐 Cardona points out subtle differences in the blue color of the plastic between US and foreign rings.
• 💡 He emphasizes that collectors can never have too many Hasbro rings due to the variety and the appeal to both vintage and modern collectors.
• ❓ Viewers are encouraged to share which ring they had as a child and if any variations were missed.