Andromeda Stardust Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 Is there any way the OP could weigh the box to deduce if the console inside is Heavy sixer or light? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RichG1972 Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 Only thing I really hated about the boxes for the light sixer was that they featured a picture of the heavy sixer on the box which was often misleading, even wiorse YET was when the 4 switch models came out and they converted the heavy sixer graphic to a 4 switch heavy, which doesn't exist, again very misleading so it kinda misrepresents what is actually INSIDE the box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitkraft Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 Did you actually feel that way BITD? Because I didn't and I'd be surprised if very many consumers even really registered it. Only thing I really hated about the boxes for the light sixer was that they featured a picture of the heavy sixer on the box which was often misleading, even wiorse YET was when the 4 switch models came out and they converted the heavy sixer graphic to a 4 switch heavy, which doesn't exist, again very misleading so it kinda misrepresents what is actually INSIDE the box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RichG1972 Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 BITD? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitkraft Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 BITD = back in the day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntavio Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 I was under the impression that the true Heavy Sixer BOXES did not display the serial number on the actual box. That is not to say that Heavy Sixers did not have serial numbers, they just didn't display them on the box. Coupled with the fact that Atari featured the heavy sixer on the light sixer box, I venture to say it is a light sixer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RichG1972 Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 I was under the impression that the true Heavy Sixer BOXES did not display the serial number on the actual box. That is not to say that Heavy Sixers did not have serial numbers, they just didn't display them on the box. Coupled with the fact that Atari featured the heavy sixer on the light sixer box, I venture to say it is a light sixer. You VENTURE to say? : 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 26, 2015 Author Share Posted August 26, 2015 Correct. Most Heavies were in Sunnyvale until the last month or 2 of it's production in July-August 1978. These models were manufactured in Taiwan. The Sunnyvale, CA heavy sixer from 1977 and 1978 is most desired for many reasons, it is the first model, it was made in the U.S.A., it has the best clear rich vibrant color RF output, the later the version the more cost-cutting in parts and design was made resulting in washed out picture and interference. I even have a light sixer from Sunnyvale, CA, and have seen pictures of a light four switch from Sunnyvale, CA. As said, it still valuable as a sealed overseas manufactured Atari, it just wouldn't get the insane price a CIB 1977 would bring. Your box says Copyright 1978 so the system could be from 1978, 1979 or later depending on how long they used up that stock. I was under the impression that the true Heavy Sixer BOXES did not display the serial number on the actual box. That is not to say that Heavy Sixers did not have serial numbers, they just didn't display them on the box. Coupled with the fact that Atari featured the heavy sixer on the light sixer box, I venture to say it is a light sixer. I see the feedback is mixed. I see some responses swaying towards the lighter version. I see where some of the comments are saying the year on the box may not be accurate, but if that is the case is it safe to assume this is a heavy sixer because it was made in Taiwan, and not Hong Kong? Is the comment about the serial number on the outside of the box is not true for heavy sixers via Sunny or Taiwan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 26, 2015 Author Share Posted August 26, 2015 I just about guarantee that, if you were in the market, someone on here would put a package together for you... Console, sticks, and some good commons at an affordable price. Thank you for sharing your treasure with us. Thanks Opry99er for the comment. I'm sure if I wouldn't of posted pics I would of been the jacka$$ noob talk of the week. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 26, 2015 Author Share Posted August 26, 2015 Is there any way the OP could weigh the box to deduce if the console inside is Heavy sixer or light? I could weigh the box, but I don't know what I would be comparing it to since I don't have a light version on me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 (edited) Thanks Opry99er for the comment. I'm sure if I wouldn't of posted pics I would of been the jacka$$ noob talk of the week. LOL Yea... Natalie would have had some competition. You have escaped the ShatKittyBikeTriangle barrage... And to me, treasures are anything that I 'treasure". I treasure my old rusty tarnished Wico ball-top joystick, therefore it is a treasure. You have a mint boxed 6 switch 2600... Many would treasure such a find, myself included. I hope you keep it safe and secure. Edited August 26, 2015 by Opry99er 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas10e Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 I do have a heavy-sixer manufactured in Taiwan but the serial number is different pics here the box I have DOEN'T have the chess peice & unfortunatly doesn't have the serial # either (..so theres a possability it's a different box ) the serial # on the OP's box seems similar to the ones in the light sixer-list here the value should be placed, that it was a special gift given by your sons Grandpa ... I would think the decision to open it would be between the two of them at some future point in your sons life and it would be special for you as well I would hope perhaps he'll choose not to open it & give it to your grandchildren ...either way I'm sure he'll be playing some Atari & having a great time with all of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 I do have a heavy-sixer manufactured in Taiwan but the serial number is different pics here the box I have DOEN'T have the chess peice & unfortunatly doesn't have the serial # either (..so theres a possability it's a different box ) the serial # on the OP's box seems similar to the ones in the light sixer-list here the value should be placed, that it was a special gift given by your sons Grandpa ... I would think the decision to open it would be between the two of them at some future point in your sons life and it would be special for you as well I would hope perhaps he'll choose not to open it & give it to your grandchildren ...either way I'm sure he'll be playing some Atari & having a great time with all of you Thanks for the links, and the info about your system. Very interesting about the serial #s. I will eventually pass this down to my son, but I will get an open Atari first so he can experience the old school greatness first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Yea... Natalie would have had some competition. You have escaped the ShatKittyBikeTriangle barrage... And to me, treasures are anything that I 'treasure". I treasure my old rusty tarnished Wico ball-top joystick, therefore it is a treasure. You have a mint boxed 6 switch 2600... Many would treasure such a find, myself included. I hope you keep it safe and secure. Havent seen Natalie, but I would like to see what was posted on the one you are referring to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 ^^^ Marketplace forum, "Atari 2600 New in Box with Unopened PACMAN" ^^^ Make sure you have a couple hours to read and don't drink any soda when you get to where bennybingo jumped into the mix... Soda, nose, keyboard... bad combination. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 ^^^ Marketplace forum, "Atari 2600 New in Box with Unopened PACMAN" ^^^ Make sure you have a couple hours to read and don't drink any soda when you get to where bennybingo jumped into the mix... Soda, nose, keyboard... bad combination. Poopyheads... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 (edited) ^^^ Marketplace forum, "Atari 2600 New in Box with Unopened PACMAN" ^^^ Make sure you have a couple hours to read and don't drink any soda when you get to where bennybingo jumped into the mix... Soda, nose, keyboard... bad combination. OMG! That Natalie fella or gal that posted that topic was hilarious! I wish I would of been a part of the group back then so I could of seen the but hurt take place! Edited August 27, 2015 by Carlstew123 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassGuitari Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 OMG! That Natalie fella or gal that posted that topic was hilarious! I wish I would of been a part of the group back then so I could of seen the but hurt take place! Just be sure to keep triangles away from your ass or you will have sad times. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philflound Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Does anyone here have a sealed heavy sixer and sealed light sixer? You can actually weigh the box and then compare with someone else who has one sealed. That should be a great indicator of what is inside. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutsy Doodleheimer Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 First of all I never got to say welcome to atariage!!! All newcomers have to know the infamous story and legend of "backin89". You need to see the backin89 and airgames threads. You need to see these threads. Trust me it's a MUST READ!! http://atariage.com/forums/topic/232173-atari-2600-vcs-incredible-hulk-parker-brothers-sealed/page-1?hl=+airgames http://atariage.com/forums/topic/173247-help-me-get-my-daughter-a-bike-for-christmas/ http://atariage.com/forums/topic/174216-need-donations-to-help-a-poor-dude/ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Just be sure to keep triangles away from your ass or you will have sad times. Oh I know my place, or should I say I will choose my battles. Never heard that phrase before, but I'll keep that in mind. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlstew123 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 First of all I never got to say welcome to atariage!!! All newcomers have to know the infamous story and legend of "backin89". You need to see the backin89 and airgames threads. You need to see these threads. Trust me it's a MUST READ!! http://atariage.com/forums/topic/232173-atari-2600-vcs-incredible-hulk-parker-brothers-sealed/page-1?hl=+airgames http://atariage.com/forums/topic/173247-help-me-get-my-daughter-a-bike-for-christmas/ http://atariage.com/forums/topic/174216-need-donations-to-help-a-poor-dude/ Thanks for the welcome, and sharing the threads. They are classic! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikey.shake Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 (edited) So, I've been laughing all morning, going through 35+ linked-to pages of hilarity. I get the bike, I get the crackpipe, I get the Hulk, and I get Hello Kitty. And it's not to say I don't love it (I'm a big fan of pork products... like HAM)... but what's with the Shat? Is there a reference there I'm missing, other than his inherent hilarity? (I also realize I'm asking to be Shat on for inquiring.) ... also, please send me money or buy my broken Vader for $20,000. Or go to hell. (You poopyheads.) Edited August 27, 2015 by mikey.shake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassGuitari Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 ...but what's with the Shat? Is there a reference there I'm missing, other than his inherent hilarity? IIRC backin89's profile pic was William Shatner. T.J. Hooker, I think. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikey.shake Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 IIRC backin89's profile pic was William Shatner. T.J. Hooker, I think. *facepalm* It's all twice as funny now... thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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