Stumpy Grave Grabber Prototype FOUND | Morris Costumes Sample Animatronic on Facebook Marketplace
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What this video covers
A rare Morris Costumes prototype animatronic known as the Stumpy Grave Grabber — believed to have been shelved for roughly seven years — resurfaced when a seller listed it on Facebook Marketplace, sending waves through the haunter community. The video covers the discovery and its significance, referencing an early demo from 2014 as context for just how long this sample has been out of circulation. It is widely considered the only known example of this prototype in existence, making it a notable find for Halloween prop enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Key takeaways
- ◆A presumed one-of-a-kind Morris Costumes prototype animatronic surfaced on Facebook Marketplace after roughly seven years out of sight
- ◆The prop is referred to as the Stumpy Grave Grabber and was never commercially released, adding to its rarity and collector appeal
- ◆A 2014 demo video from BrothersCrypt is credited as the earliest known footage of the animatronic in action
- ◆The discovery generated significant buzz within the haunter and Halloween prop-collecting community
- ◆The video highlights how prototype and sample props can quietly disappear and resurface decades later through secondary markets
Who this is for
Halloween prop collectors, haunters, and Spirit Halloween enthusiasts fascinated by rare and unreleased animatronic prototypes.
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