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Monthly Archives: January 2008

Stolen photos = Picture Theft…

Taking pictures of diecasts can be an extremely tough task if your not a photography guru. So what do you do when someone steals your photos -

ask nicely of them to remove your pics
ask for the appropriate credit

Always good choices, providing either work. Either-way, it tends to work itself out in the end.
Over the years, [...]

Auto Dealer Edition Diecast Models…

Various editions of diecast model cars exist. You have Limited Edition diecasts, Hobby Edition diecasts, Elite and Super Elite diecasts – but of them all, Dealer Editions are amongst the most popular of them in some cases.

Dealer Edition diecast models can be ordered at your local dealer, providing that you have a part number. If [...]

Diecast model car message forums…

If you have a common interest or hobby, chances are pretty good the Internet factors into it at some point or degree. Along with the Internet, message forums for discussing these interests and hobbies are popping up everywhere and have become some peoples sanctuary for further enjoyment of the hobby or interests. I first heard [...]

Is it true? – Kyosho to loose Ferrari license…

Lots of chitter chatter throughout the diecast model car community that Mattel will not renew Kyosho’s sub-license.
As nothing has been announced officially, those who are on the inside, alledgedly, state that the rumor is true. Depending on where you read your information, this divorce will not have any effect on models that have been announced [...]

Hot Wheels 1:18 Aston Martin Vantage…

It’s always a great thing when you add an honest diecast model to your collection.
What does “honest diecast model” mean: a scale model that delivers great detail, accuracy and satisfaction at a certain price point. Usually the term is reserved for budget brands due to the lower expectations for the price point.
Well, Hot Wheels provides [...]

RC2/Ertl is retiring from the diecast hobby…

I used the word “retire” as it sounds so much better.
I hate rumors with a passion, that’s why it’s always great to see something official whether it confirms or denies those rumors.
Looks like RC2/Ertl is retiring from the diecast model car hobby. However, the news is not all bad for diecast muscle car collectors, allegedly [...]

Diecast model tires…

For a diecast model collector who has devoted a lot of time and resources to the hobby comes a few concerns and challenges.
Deterioration of a model is one of those concerns and stopping that deterioration from happening to other models is the challenge.
Last year I made a post about a 1:18 Maisto Kawasaki ZX10R wheels [...]