Vintage Battleship Board Game (Model #4730)
Milton Bradley · Toys & Games > Board Games > Vintage
Era / Decade
1970s (specifically circa 1975-1979 based on MB key logo and cover art design)
Material
Cardboard outer box, plastic game consoles, pegs, and ships
Condition
Good (vintage). Outer box shows moderate edge wear, corner scuffing, surface creasing, and minor discoloration. Completeness of inner plastic pegs and ships needs to be verified.
Demand Level
Moderate. Steady demand from board game collectors, prop buyers, and vintage game enthusiasts.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$15.00 - $35.00 depending on contents completeness and overall state of internal pieces
Estimated Retail Value
$15.00 - $20.00 (modern equivalent standard retail price)
Comparable Sales
Complete 1970s Milton Bradley Battleship games regularly sell on eBay for $20.00 to $35.00 plus shipping; incomplete or box-damaged copies sell in the $10.00 to $15.00 range.
Description
Classic vintage 1970s Milton Bradley Battleship board game, model 4730. Features nostalgic box art showing children playing, labeled 'America's All Time Favorite Game'. Perfect display piece for retro game collectors or vintage game night fun.
Key Features
Nostalgic 1970s Milton Bradley box artwork, item model number 4730 clearly printed, classic blue and red folding plastic game boards, strong cross-generational retro appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage original. Features classic MB logo, Springfield Massachusetts address, model number 4730, and period-correct typography/lithography. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Outer box displays shelf wear, corner bumping, faint scuffs, and age-related fading along edges; internal piece count (ships and red/white pegs) unconfirmed from cover view alone.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best reach for vintage board games), Etsy (great for mid-century decor/games), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Inventory every single piece (ships, white pegs, red pegs) and state exact counts in listing title/description, as completeness heavily dictates resale value. Photo the interior plastic trays unfolded.