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Corgi Kids on a Hay Stack: Nice Hitchcock-type Story

Corgi Kids on a Hay Stack: Nice Hitchcock-type Story

There was not that much to be done in the 60s, so hanging around on the hay seems perfectly OK to me - but I like your Hitchcock sense...

Posted on 21 March 2009 | 9:59 pm

Toys and Prices 2009 Toys and Prices 2009 : A Heroic Effort

Toys and Prices 2009 Toys and Prices 2009 : A Heroic Effort

That must be a tough assignment, recording all toys! I think the effort is mastered almost as good as can be. But of course the problem is that the book only touches the surface on almost all brands. I would think it would be a good tool for general antic dealers...

Posted on 19 March 2009 | 4:58 pm

Housetruck: It's kind of cute!

Housetruck: It's kind of cute!

I have to say, I actually think this is kind of cute! It reminds me of those ceramic trucks you can buy in souvenier shops in some parts of the far east. However, the story of where it came from is awesome!

Posted on 18 March 2009 | 6:06 pm

Housetruck: Almost hideous

Housetruck: Almost hideous

You can do uglier than that!

Posted on 18 March 2009 | 2:37 pm

Thirties and Forties - Miniatures in 1:12 Scale: Filling the house with things

Thirties and Forties - Miniatures in 1:12 Scale: Filling the house with things

If you ever wanted to stock a dolls house to look like a thirties or forties household then you need this book and this book only! From the cactus in the hallway to the cooker in the kitchen, Jane Harrop shows just how to make each and every object you are likely t...

Posted on 11 March 2009 | 1:06 pm

Miniature Ship Models: The end of the line for miniature ship models?

Miniature Ship Models: The end of the line for miniature ship models?

Paul Jacobs has some serious credence in the miniature ship modelling world. A collector for 50 years, he also has his own line of 1:1250 scale ship models called the Saratoga Model Shipyard. This beautifully presented hardback book is a look in to this scale and t...

Posted on 11 March 2009 | 12:48 pm

Vintage Action Man - Catalogue and Price Guide (1966-1984): A buyers guide that fits in the pocket

Vintage Action Man - Catalogue and Price Guide (1966-1984): A buyers guide that fits in the pocket

The Vintage Action Man Catalogue is a booklet targeted at a specific group of people: the collectors and buyers of vintage Action Man figures. The publication is a collection of prices and descriptions from the varied history of Action Man. This would definitely co...

Posted on 11 March 2009 | 12:13 pm

Guide to Norev 3 inch miniatures, 2002-2006 and 2007-2008: !! A must have for Norev 3 inch enthousiasts !!

Guide to Norev 3 inch miniatures, 2002-2006 and 2007-2008: !! A must have for Norev 3 inch enthousiasts !!

Nowhere information can be found on Norev 3 inch diecast carmodels. These guides provide all information on releases, references and corresponding clean and crisp photographs !

Posted on 10 March 2009 | 3:12 pm

1972 Chevrolet pickup Long step 4x4: Chevy 4X4 on the move!

1972 Chevrolet pickup Long step 4x4: Chevy 4X4 on the move!

This is a typical conversion in 1:1 here in Canada and so is the paint job. Two tones were very popular in may colors with white. Like here in Canada you use what you have at hand an in this case it looks to me like a Fleet side cab with a Step side box. Happened q...

Posted on 8 March 2009 | 6:48 am

MY 1972 CUSTOM STEPSIDE PICK-UP: Goda Like Chevy's

MY 1972 CUSTOM STEPSIDE PICK-UP: Goda Like Chevy's

Top notch build. Great setting for the final model too. You know you have built it as you have provided pictures during the build. Lots of work and attention to detail is displayed here. Great work on the dash board and that is one good looking box floor. Do I like...

Posted on 8 March 2009 | 6:38 am

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