Vintage WICO “THE BOSS” Joystick – Atari 2600, Commodore 64 – Fully Tested

Description

Discover a piece of gaming history with this vintage WICO “THE BOSS” joystick, a highly sought-after controller from the 1980s. Compatible with the Atari 2600 and Commodore 64, this joystick is a rare find for collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts. The unit has been fully disassembled, cleaned, and tested to ensure it works perfectly. The internals are in excellent condition, providing a smooth and responsive gaming experience.

The joystick features a classic two-tone design with significant yellowing and discoloration due to age, which adds to its vintage charm. The base is rectangular with a slightly angled front, and the joystick lever is black with a rounded, ergonomic shape. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of gaming history that has been lovingly restored and tested.

FEATURES:
• Brand: WICO (Wico Electronic Products)
• Model: “THE BOSS”
• Compatibility: Atari 2600, Commodore 64, and other 8-bit game consoles
• Condition: Fully tested and working perfectly; significant yellowing and discoloration
• Materials: ABS plastic casing, soft flexible plastic joystick lever
• Color Scheme: Originally two-tone light grey/black
• Button: Single, large, rectangular button on the top
• Connector: DB9 (Atari)
• Embossing/Markings: “THE BOSS” on the front, “WICO” on the back, “USA,”
• Manufacturing Period: 1983–1988