At the height of the Ultimate Warrior’s popularity, the WWF couldn’t pump out collectibles and merchandise fast enough to meet the demand. As an eleven year-old, Warrior didn’t crack my top 3 favorite WWF Superstars, but when my father took me to a live event, I had my sights set on a pair of neon wristbands with his face on them. As far as merch went, the Warrior was atop the mountain.
The Ultimate Warrior’s passing is as sad as it is sudden. From the opulent neon to the signature bicep tassles and boot fringe- Warrior’s look was exclusive, and vintage Ultimate Warrior merchandise embodies everything that was great about the 80s. Here are 11 essential Ultimate Warrior items and collectibles that every fan should have:
Ultimate Warrior NITE LITE
Ultimate Warrior ring gear
Ultimate Warrior soap
Ultimate Warrior magazine covers
Ultimate Warrior Tonka® Wrestling Buddy
Ultimate Warrior wristbands
Ultimate Warrior pencil sharpener
Ultimate Warrior action figure (one of many)
Ultimate Warrior dollar
Ultimate Warrior iPhone case (not vintage, but a must for any hardcore fan)
Ultimate Warrior lunch bags
top image via Bam! It’s Bernie
