1/5 same DVDs as "The Lost Episodes"
  by capn sticky (Indiana)
These are the same 5 DVDs that are in the $17.99 item:
Say Kids What Time Is It? It's Howdy Doody Time: The Lost Episodes
(although you cannot tell from the titles or descriptions.)
Both contain color episodes shot in the 1970's, not the original black&whites from the 50's. They star Buffalo Bob Smith, but other characters may not be the same as the earlier series (Clarabelle definitely not.) Both are rated G (listing incorrectly says Not Rated)
The main difference between the items is this:
$26.99 item is packaged in a cardboard box.
$17.99 item is in a nice tinned metal box with hinged front and back doors
- also it has a bonus booklet w/ biographies and show history.
Which is a better deal in your opinion ?