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Before I summarize Andy’s talk, I would like to thank Myszka and Mike Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier for organizing and hosting this event, and Andy for taking the time to talk and answer questions. This is the 9th year that Sierra Toy Soldier has sponsored this event and next year will be the 10th...

Before I summarize Andy’s talk, I would like to thank Myszka and Mike Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier for organizing and hosting this event, and Andy for taking the time to talk and answer questions. This is the 8th year that Sierra Toy Soldier has sponsored this event and the 10th anniversary will...

Before I summarize the talk by Richard Walker of Britains and Andy Neilson of King & Country, I want to thank Peter and Shannon Reuss of Treefrog Treasures, Mike and Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier Company, and Tim Tyler of Troops of Time for sponsoring the wonderful dinner. The format was...

Before I summarize the talk by Andy and Richard Walker of Britains, I want to thank Peter and Shannon Reuss of Treefrog Treasures, Mike and Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier Company, and Tim Tyler of Troops of Time for sponsoring the wonderful dinner. The format was different this year in that...

Before I summarize Andy’s talk, I would like to thank Myszka and Mike Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier for organizing and hosting this event, and Andy for taking the time to answer questions. Andy started by saying King & Country was founded 29 years ago, and out of the three businesses he started...

Before I summarize Andy's talk, I want to thank Peter and Shannon Reuss of Treefrog Treasures, Mike and Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier Company, and Tim Tyler of Troops of Time for the wonderful dinner. Andy started by thanking the hosts for organizing the 7th annual dinner and recognizing...

Dear Fellow Collectors, For those of you who have not booked transporation from and to O'Hare, Viatas Limousine charges $34 for a shared ride in a Lincoln Towncar. If you want this rate, you need to call them directly at 1-800-421-0607 and ask for the shared rate. If you use their online...

Before I summarize Andy's talk, I want to thank Peter and Shannon Reuss of Treefrog Treasures, Mike and Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier Company, and Tim Tyler of Troops of Time for the wonderful dinner. I took 8 pages of notes and will summarize Andy's talk in this post, and follow with the...

This is the 7th year that Figarti has been in business. In 2010, it is a great time to collect, but purchases by collectors are more selective. Chinese factories are struggling with labor issues, increased costs, currency devaluations, etc. However, hobby is growing. Rick thanked his...

Dear Fellow Forum Members, Does anyone know of military miniature or toy soldier stores in Rome and Florence? I would need the name and hopefully the address of these establishments. Thanks:)

As some of you know, a great many people in our hobby mistakenly think I am Rick Wang of Figarti (and one lone collector who calls Rick “Steve”). I have had many collectors come up to me and ask how “my” father is doing, offer suggestions on future sets, request a meeting to discuss an idea, or...

This year, more than 35 collectors gathered to hear Rick and James, Rick's father. As discussed on other threads, Figarti displayed its "D-Day + 1" theme and introduced "Bloody Tawara." The IS-2, Winter Ground Stuka, Winter 15 cm Howitzer and M16 Halftrack were also shown. James Wang...

First, I would like to thank Mike & Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier for sponsoring Andy's talk. The gift figure is a Royal Navy sailor in white uniform standing at attention with rifle on shoulder -- looks like a guard figure to go with D-Day Minus 1 theme. Andy started by talking about the...

I purchased one of the 1st Legion grey Stug tanks at the Chicago Show, and discussed the merits of this tank with other collectors during the show, so I believe I can speak about the varying opinions of this piece. When picked up, the 1st Legion Stug is very, very light when compared to...

Rick's Comments During 2009 Lunch with Figarti have been posted in Figarti thread.:)

The comments are in bullet points since Rick showed slides as he made comments. After introducing his team, Rick reviewed this year. Great time to be collector since a lot of great products were being released by all the manufacturers. Figarti is making more frequent monthly releases...

I have posted a summary of Andy's talk on the K&C subforum.:)

Before I summarize Andy's talk, I want to thank Peter and Shannon Reuss of Treefrog Treasures, Mike and Myszka Hall of Sierra Toy Soldier Company, and Tim Tyler of Troops of Time for the wonderful dinner. Because of the flu, Tim was unable to attend the dinner. I am probably mispelling his...

Guys, There are some changes in the arrangements that the Hyatt has with various transportation companies. This year, only All Star Cab (888-533-4240, $27 flat fee one way) and American Cab (847-253-4411, $31.50 flate fee one way) are listed as choices from O'Hare. There is no need to make an...

At the last few meetings, Andy has opened up the floor to questions after a few introductory remarks. If you are not attending the Chicago Show or the K&C Dinner, I invite you to post reasonable, common sense questions that I will either ask or forward to Andy. However, I cannot promise that...