Beijing International Model Show (5 Viewers)

[Mastercom10]

I know for someone like yourself that has a lot of knowledge it must be frustrating to see the issues with items, I don't think any of the manufacturers dismiss historical accuracy, I really can't speak to this with 100% certainty as I don't work for any of them, all I do is sell the merchandise that they produce.

And if anyone thinks I'm only saying what I said because I'm worried about how inaccuracies being pointed out will impact my sales; I'm not.

Truth of the matter is Mike from Sierra passing away has really gutted me, I have yet to bounce back from receiving this terrible news.

Mike is gone and the hobby moves forward, but IMO, it just won't be the same without him or Sierra being around, very, very sad to see.

Regarding Mike and Sierra Toys, I have been a customer several times and it is true that he will be missed in our hobby.

 

[Mastercom10]

Oh and as far as the frustration over Germans, only Germans; I think the reason this is the case is from as I understand it, China is a huge market.

HUGE.

And the Chinese collectors are attracted to the German items; figures in camo, tanks in camo, Tiger I, Tiger II, themes like Stalingrad, Kursk, Battle of Berlin, so this is what drives production, it's not a slight on Allied figures and armor, manufacturers make what the collectors will buy and they will buy any and all Germans, at least in China, their biggest market.

Yes, I know there's a certain fascination with the German army, and this represents an inexhaustible source of money for manufacturers.

 

[jazzeum]

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Is that supposed to be Roosevelt third from right. If so, looks good.

 

[Sahara]

Any time line on the Romans that were shown a few months back?

 

[villagehorse]

Trying to find space for the armoured train, but I am worried about the eventual price I have to say. Robin.

 

[Warrior]

Yes, I know there's a certain fascination with the German army, and this represents an inexhaustible source of money for manufacturers.

Three biggest sellers; WWII Germans, ACW Confederates, Napoleonic War French.

What do all three of those armies have in common?

 

[Warrior]

Yes, I know there's a certain fascination with the German army, and this represents an inexhaustible source of money for manufacturers.

I do wonder how long WWII product can continue to sell well in a market like China; from what I'm hearing, other time periods may be selling well, even better than WWII.

 

[jason foote]

I love the Afrika Corps figures. They are stunning. Glad to see war park doing some ancients