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Keeping Ken
Jef Beck's definitive reference site on Ken dolls, from Malibu Ken to Talking Ken to Spanish Ken. Includes the early and mod era, the spirit and urban era, the collectible eras, and up through the present. Each page includes high res images of the dolls along with outfits and accessories. And don't miss the Ken Parts Department, Ken News, and Keeping Ken Bulletin Board.
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