16 old-school sci-fi TV gifts: Twilight Zone, Space: 1999 and more!
Considering the seasonal life cycle of the medium, we burn through and forget TV shows these days by the dozen. But it wasn't always like that. Back in the day, even a short-lived sci-fi series could generate some lasting fan love—so here's a list of perfect gifts for the sci-fi TV classicist.
From The Twilight Zone to Max Headroom, there's a lot to love about those simpler days of sci-fi television. Back before Lost was confusing us, shows like Lost in Space and the original runs of Doctor Who were blowing fans away week in and week out.
If you have a vintage sci-fi fan on your shopping list this holiday season, here are 17 great options that would fit great under the tree.
And here's a complete list of all Blastr Holiday Gift Guide features:
20 insanely elaborate movie DVD sets that'd make great holiday gifts
Awesome Serenity replica + 24 other great gifts for Joss Whedon fans
28 perfect Doctor Who gifts that look just like the TARDIS
Amazing Enterprise replica + 15 more sci-fi gifts costing $10,000 and up
22 videogame gift your friends will love (but you may want to keep)
21 awesome Star Trek gifts that look like the Starship Enterprise
21 cute and cuddly sci-fi plush toys that would make great gifts
24 massive TV Blu-ray and DVD box sets for sci-fi completists
16 old-school sci-fi TV gifts: Twilight Zone, Space: 1999 and more!
20 great holiday gifts for your geek girlfriend
21 life-sized comic book props you can give as gifts
A life-sized Iron Throne + 27 more awesome Game of Thrones gifts
Awesome zat gun + 21 more gifts for your Stargate-loving friends
11 must-read sci-fi novels that would make perfect gifts
18 of the cleverest sci-fi shirts you can give as gifts
50 gifts from Middle-earth and beyond for the ultimate Tolkien fan
Superman underwear + 19 more great gifts for your geek boyfriend
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Lost in Space (1966) Roto Jet GunA classic Lost In Space toy collectible gun is a must-have for any classic sci-fi collector. $1,025
Space: 1999 Bubble Gum collectible cards (1975)A low-price entry for shoppers on a budget, this is a great little piece of collectible sci-fi history. $3.99
Battlestar Galactica Colonial Viper Helmet Signature Edition Suit up and blast some toasters with this classic BSG Viper helmet. $589.99
Outer Limits collectible cards (1964)Extremely vintage and extremely valuable creepy creature card collectibles from the original series. $850.
Buck Rogers: Battle Cruiser Space Ship Desk ModelAfter looking at ships like the Enterprise, Battlestar Galactica and Serenity, this Buck Rogers ship model is a true throwback classic. $149.99.
Original Twilight Zone used âThe Fearâ 1964 screenplay An epic find from one of the greatest sci-fi shows ever. $1,500.
Doctor Who (classic) DalekThe greatest gift of all for a classic Doctor Who fan. This is guaranteed to âExterminate!!â your way into their heart. Pricey, but worth it. $4,000.
Star Trek: The Original Series PhaserPure, classic sci-fi cool. The original phaser collectible, still in the box. Take out pesky aliens, in style. $300.
Max Headroom vintage wristwatch - A bit of throwback awesome to the way-ahead-of-its-time sci-fi series Max Headroom. What better way to show your geek cred? $79.99.
Space: 1999 Eagle Transporter Spaceship classic replicaA classic replica of a classic ship from a classic sci-fi series. Great gift for any fan of this genre-shaking series. $2,000.
The Twilight Zone Bobble Head InvaderA nice little invader that would look great and show off some classic geek cred for a low price. $13.49.
V: The Original Series follow-up novelsA great slice of 80s sci-fi, these novels picked up the alien invasion story following the original series. $75.
Battlestar Galactica (1980) Screen-used propA rare, screen-used bit of background tech. How cool would this look on your desk? $2,100.
The Six Million Dollar Man original action figureItâs Colonel Steve Austin, and has the new BIONIC GRIP. âNuff said. $425.
Vintage Lost in Space (1967) lunchbox and thermosNothing says vintage geek chich like a legit old school lunchbox, decorated with gorgeous original art. $3.99.
Dark Horse Deluxe Buck Rogers Ray Gun Belt BuckleWear your classic geek cred. Literally. $21.99.
