8535 Mark Strong,

Mattel’s Mark Strong, reference 8535, was released in Europe in 1972 as the European version of Mattel’s early Big Jim concept. This vintage 10-inch action figure presents Mark Strong as an athletic action hero, reflecting the sports, strength and adventure themes developed by Mattel for the range. The figure features the muscular articulated body associated with early Big Jim and was sold in distinctive “Mark Strong – The Man from Mattel” packaging. Reference 8535 is documented with orange athletic shorts with white side stripes, while the original presentation also emphasized physical-action play through strength and karate-themed accessories. Released in 1972, this Mattel Mark Strong figure represents an important early European reference within the vintage Big Jim collection.