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Merek Tiger - "Benji"

I was overjoyed when the opportunity to buy this (rather infamous) inflatable arose; a friend wanted to sell and I had the means to buy.

For those who do not know the background information regarding this toy, it is one of a collection of several limited-run, custom-designed toys manufactured by Jets and sold by Merek/Draco. As such, prices are high, but the build quality is excellent and the toys have been designed specifically to suit the preferences of inflatable enthusiasts.

Therefore, this toy is very attractively shaped, quite enormous, very smooth and unobtrusive, sturdy and heavy-duty.

I cannot say much more about this toy except that is a wonderful addition to the collection and is quickly becoming a favourite of mine.

I have named my tiger "Benji".
Tags: second-hand, personal-favourites, specially-produced, toys-with-names, merek, own
Manufacturer: Jetsonic Creations
Obtained from: Purchased from a friend
Origin: China/USA
Features: Single air chamber, extra-large valve, lapped seams, 9ft long
Vinyl type: Thick gauge, soft, smooth white with glossy orange and black ink
Aesthetics: Extremely cute or realisticExtremely cute or realisticExtremely cute or realisticExtremely cute or realisticExtremely cute or realistic Overall Score:
94%
Build quality: Rock-solid constructionRock-solid constructionRock-solid constructionRock-solid constructionRock-solid construction
Air retention: Stays inflated for weeksStays inflated for weeksStays inflated for weeksStays inflated for weeksStays inflated for weeks
Boinkability: Extremely boinkableExtremely boinkableExtremely boinkableExtremely boinkableExtremely boinkable
Stability in water: UntestedUntestedUntestedUntestedUntested

Comments

Posted by Kodi Husky on Fri 17th Apr 09, 9:35pm
What for an awesome tiger I want to buy one too.
Posted by Schorse on Thu 18th Mar 10, 7:10pm
My tiger is also the No. 1 on my fav list. I so want to get the 15ft version ;-)
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