Recent content by Desertkiwi

Its apparently still in storage here in NZ, however there was some talk about it being reassembled and put on permanent display in Turkey. I dealt PJ & Co would be keen to see it leave NZ though.

.....well yes you could say there was a slight mis-understanding between parties, however Māori did get their own back sometime later when they ate a few stray sailors from HMS Adventure..... :eek::rolleyes::rolleyes::oops:

Mums the word mate.:censored::p

I'm with you mate, its a great model.

By all accounts he thoroughly enjoyed his brief stay in the land of the long white cloud, however couldn't say the same thing about his trip to Hawaii. :oops:

Thanks Gary, yes I'm being very bias here, however I think of K&Cs ALH and other fringe ranges that have become popular over time. Collectors like yourself are are always looking for something different and the Musket Wars during Victorian times down here comes to mind. I live in Tauranga (NZ)...

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Loving the Italian theme WO, keep them coming......

I'm mystified why this even matters? What am I missing here? Please enlighten, as I'd like to understand your reasoning and view point? Wartime photos only show a tiny glimpse in time. I don't collect FL due to price, however enjoy viewing their products and really liked their latest Ferdinand.

....I often think what UK vets from the Iraqi/Afghan conflict must feel, returning home and finding your country filled with Muslim migrants from that region.

I started watching this series a couple of nights ago and concur its very good, seems balanced and provides insight from many perspectives. The disclosure of 'The Pentagon Papers' was a revelation and helps explain the public's reaction at that time. It was a brutal, ugly war that should...

Hi Steve, I’m assuming you’re referring to the illegal migration issue in the UK from mostly Muslim countries and how they’re being housed and fed?

Always look forward to K&Cs dispatches...... The Ned Kelly set was a genuine surprise as was the Nelson setting. Have always liked anything nautical. Maybe Andy will one day will dip his toe into the NZ Musket Wars and the battle at Gate Pa and others. Have always thought Māori warriors...

Reminds me of this classic John.

Yes Narcos is a great series and well worth a watch. No you're not old fashioned, you've just been around long enough to be able to compare what things were like 40/50yrs ago. Drug dealers are scum and prey upon human misery and all the trappings of addiction and associated crime. Kick the...