Agreed!

That complexity may be why they don't make them anymore. Simpler is generally better.

@@AvengerII Yeah less parts that could break and wear down. I am not sure how often this dummy was used compared to nowadays like with Jeff going on tours and such.

@@TheThatoneguy12121 Jeff makes his puppets simpler in general to AVOID having breakdowns and to control the weight. This ultra-complicated puppet has to weigh a ton! I think these are the reasons you don't see those puppets anymore. The water lines were also disconnected probably to keep that puppet from corroding or getting soggy. It is wood and parts will absorb moisture or trap it and rot over time. It's an antique piece; I doubt he'll ever perform with it again. Jeff is close to 60 and although he's in excellent shape for his age he tries not to stress himself so he keeps the puppets light, too. If they're gonna do something unusual, he builds that function into the puppet like he did Walter's nephew/grandson?, Url, with the iPhone thumbs. He doesn't make his puppets utility knives to make his life easier.

@@AvengerII First off thank you for the in depth response! I appreciate it. I never really thought of how much those older dummies must weigh. I just wonder how often it was used in a months time versus nowadays like with how Jeff performs. It's amazing that it's in the condition it is. I was getting a bit nervous when he was pulling at the wrong tooth! Haha

@@TheThatoneguy12121 You're welcome! Jeff has shown bits of how he makes his puppets in his videos. I think Peanut is the only one he doesn't make himself!

In his bio he wrote he doesn't like gimmicks in his act, which this kinda is. He mostly does them just for "entertainment", but not for his kind of comedy. Like the five voices and drinking while speaking bit. I assume if he'd resurrect him/them, only as a side part of his act, as an attraction.

Ya and made millions from it

Jeff dunham is his own force behind each and every one of his characters each having their own voice ,individual personalities,and jeff being a personal friend of mine; hes absolutely fantastic and really cares what the millions of fans feel and comment....he loves life and all people from every walk of life....i respect jeff for who he really is.and because he respects me as well as all of his fans.....i love and adore jeff dunham!!

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