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BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (TV SERIES, 1978 - 1979) - Muffit II Robot Daggit Costume

Currency:GBP Category:Collectibles Start Price:7,500.00 GBP Estimated At:15,000.00 - 25,000.00 GBP
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (TV SERIES, 1978 - 1979) - Muffit II Robot Daggit Costume
A robot "daggit", Muffit II, from Glen A. Larson's sci-fi television show Battlestar Galactica. In the Twelve Colonies, dogs were called "daggits". Boxey's (Noah Hathaway) daggit, Muffit, was lost during the destruction of Caprica after the Cylons invaded. He received a robotic version, Muffit II, from Dr. Wilker (John Dullaghan) while on board the Galactica during the first episode, "Saga of a Star World".

This is one of two Muffit IIs known to exist from the original show. The daggit was portrayed by a chimpanzee wearing the costume. It comprises a foam core with faux-fur and silver foam panels. The body, legs, arms, feet and head are all separate pieces. The creature features electronic components in the form of rotating ears and an opening mouth driven by servos that would have been operated on set via a remote control, which is no longer present.

The item has been previously restored and features new interior foam in places under the fur and new eye spheres that colour-match the originals. Both ears are replicas, and some of the silver tabs that adorn the side of the neck and arms have been repaired and restored. Given the age of the costume, no attempt has been made to operate the electronic components and the piece does not come with a controller. Muffit II has some wear from production use, age and storage, including some scratching and scuffing, most notably on the feet. The joints on the feet, arms and neck exhibit glue residue from repair. Dimensions: 101.5 cm x 68.5 cm x 46 cm (40" x 27" x 18")

£15000-25000 M

*Contains electronics; see electronics notice in the Buyer's Guide