7156 Skin Diver

Released by Mattel in 1983, the Big Jim Skin Diver, reference 7156, is an Action Set devoted to underwater exploration. This vintage outfit transforms Big Jim into a frogman equipped for diving missions. The documented set features a distinctive orange sleeveless diving top with integrated hood, black diving leggings and a speargun, all presented on the period Big Jim Action Set card. The contrasting orange-and-black equipment gives reference 7156 a particularly recognizable appearance among the later European outfits. Produced near the end of the original Big Jim line, this Mattel release continues the adventure and exploration themes that had accompanied the character throughout the collection, while its compact carded presentation is characteristic of the vintage clothing and equipment sets marketed for Big Jim.