This is the first & original issue of the monster model of the "Creature From The Black Lagoon" movie released in 1954. Stored for decades loose, in a cardboard box with the rest of the collection by the original owner/builder, it has had some pieces come loose. Debated as to carefully clean it up from the dust, with a soapy water and reassemble the loose pieces, or list it as received.
With the instructions from another kit, checked the pieces thoroughly. The tongue of the lizard is missing and one of the twigs on the branch by the left foot, on the base. Of course, no box or...