Louis Badolato
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More excellent news: Clive Gande of Grey Goose Collectibles (Figarti's European Distributor) has confirmed he will be attending.
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Louis Badolato
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Larry Lo and I went over the list of attendees, and, surprisingly, despite the fact that the economy is in the tank, and several of the usual attendees could not make it due to work, health or family reasons, the event should be about the same size as last year's.
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For those folks attending the Friday afternoon event, the address is:
Hoffman Management
300 West 55th Street, Suite 2S, New York, New York
The festivities will begin at 4:00 p.m. and run to around 6:45 p.m.
Among his vast collection of more than 8,000 figures Mark has virtually every manufacturer in gloss and matt represented.
Hoffman Management
300 West 55th Street, Suite 2S, New York, New York
The festivities will begin at 4:00 p.m. and run to around 6:45 p.m.
Among his vast collection of more than 8,000 figures Mark has virtually every manufacturer in gloss and matt represented.
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I have a little man and I know what you mean, somehow I have been allowed to attend this one! I count my lucky stars. As soon as he gets past the potential to break things stage, I am going to take him with me as I have a ton of stuff, but in no way the type of displays of the New York boys!
TD
Louis Badolato
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Well, John Jenkins and Clive Gande arrive tonight, so we are about to get started.
Just so you know, Mark Hoffman has indicated the Friday afternoon event can start as early as 2:30 p.m., so anyone who wants to go a little earlier, feel free. I will try to be there as early as possible.
Just so you know, Mark Hoffman has indicated the Friday afternoon event can start as early as 2:30 p.m., so anyone who wants to go a little earlier, feel free. I will try to be there as early as possible.
Louis Badolato
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My copy arrived, so the Book will be on display at the Symposium!!
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Final Meeting on Capitol Hill is OVER ! Time to pack for New York !!
My wife and I are taking AMTRAK up to New York in the Morning and will check in to the Hotel that afternoon. Ready for some TOY SOLDIER FUN.
Kirsten has called her old college roommate and they are going to take Manhattan on Saturday - this could get expensive
Come to think about it - now I might know why this trip is being allowed .... oh no !
I will bring a camera and snap some pics as well for all.
My wife and I are taking AMTRAK up to New York in the Morning and will check in to the Hotel that afternoon. Ready for some TOY SOLDIER FUN.
Kirsten has called her old college roommate and they are going to take Manhattan on Saturday - this could get expensive
Come to think about it - now I might know why this trip is being allowed .... oh no !
I will bring a camera and snap some pics as well for all.
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Final Meeting on Capitol Hill is OVER ! Time to pack for New York !!
My wife and I are taking AMTRAK up to New York in the Morning and will check in to the Hotel that afternoon. Ready for some TOY SOLDIER FUN.
Kirsten has called her old college roommate and they are going to take Manhattan on Saturday - this could get expensive
Come to think about it - now I might know why this trip is being allowed .... oh no !
I will bring a camera and snap some pics as well for all.
Ronn:
Don't forget to pack some Ci-gars!
Capitolron
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Louis - says they will be present and available - certain south of Key West types which must be burned to obey all US Customs regulations. And you know me - I take those regulations very seriously and will burn everyone I can get my hands on !
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The first days events are over, and despite only getting 5 hours sleep (we didn't get home until 3:00 a.m.) I thought I would give you a little report this morning. The afternoon event at Mark Hoffman's collection got under way around 3:30, although Clive Gande, Tim Tyler, Ken and Erika Osen and myself did not arrive until 4:15, as Tim's plane was a bit late. Mark's always impressive collection had grown exponentially, and John Jenkins was happy to see that all but three sets he had ever produced were on display together. Its a shame Rick Wang couldn't make it this year, but Clive of Greygoose Collectibles, Figarti's European Distributor, was pleased to see the "shock and awe" E-Boat, Leopold Railroad Gun and Complete V2 and V1 series all surrounding Mark's desk. Every one of K&C's recent vehicle releases were also proudly displayed in Mark's offices.
After Mark's wonderful event ended, while Tim and other recent arrivals returned to their hotels to change for the dinner at my club, Clive, Ken and Erika hopped in my jeep, and we took a tour of the NYC sights (as it was Erika's first trip to New York City).
By 6:30 p.m. we had settled into the Rao Library at my club, and were chatting over drinks and anti pasta. When all 16 of us (not including Andy, whose plane had not yet arrived) settled down for dinner, we toasted Ken's birthday, and Charlie Zucker - who has never missed a symposium - toasted the sponsors, Hans, Larry, Mark and myself. Between the pasta and main courses, all attendees who chose to shoot, went downstairs to the range and sniped at targets decorated with the face of Osama Bin Laden. I was pleased to see that our attendees would all have taken him out.
After dinner we retired to the bar in the lobby of the Marriott Hotel, and continued some excellent conversations, including a very educational discussion of the merits and demerits of the Sherman which Gary Binder would have loved. At this time Andy, who had finally checked into his hotel, joined us, and the festivities continued until around 2:00 a.m.
As exhausted as I am, I am looking forward to todays festivities, which will include diorama demonstrations from the Osens, a painting demonstration by John Jenkins, and, as always, Andy's talk. 25+ attendees are expected to join us todays, including our good friend Brad. I will try to report in later.
After Mark's wonderful event ended, while Tim and other recent arrivals returned to their hotels to change for the dinner at my club, Clive, Ken and Erika hopped in my jeep, and we took a tour of the NYC sights (as it was Erika's first trip to New York City).
By 6:30 p.m. we had settled into the Rao Library at my club, and were chatting over drinks and anti pasta. When all 16 of us (not including Andy, whose plane had not yet arrived) settled down for dinner, we toasted Ken's birthday, and Charlie Zucker - who has never missed a symposium - toasted the sponsors, Hans, Larry, Mark and myself. Between the pasta and main courses, all attendees who chose to shoot, went downstairs to the range and sniped at targets decorated with the face of Osama Bin Laden. I was pleased to see that our attendees would all have taken him out.
After dinner we retired to the bar in the lobby of the Marriott Hotel, and continued some excellent conversations, including a very educational discussion of the merits and demerits of the Sherman which Gary Binder would have loved. At this time Andy, who had finally checked into his hotel, joined us, and the festivities continued until around 2:00 a.m.
As exhausted as I am, I am looking forward to todays festivities, which will include diorama demonstrations from the Osens, a painting demonstration by John Jenkins, and, as always, Andy's talk. 25+ attendees are expected to join us todays, including our good friend Brad. I will try to report in later.
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Louis - why didn't you tell them about that great WWII K&C figure each attendee received ?
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OK - here is the GOOD STUFF !
Yesterday at Louis' House we had a chance to hear andy give some great remarks on past, present and future for King & Country.
Everyone found the general remarks quite interesting as well as those given by Ken Olsen on Britians. But, all thes things pale in comparison to the intel that has been given and ...... here it is:
1) New Release of a K&C Range on India / Far East - probally around "Flashman" ! - sometime in the next few months !
2) Confederate Calvary releases this year ! Union personalities coming soon.
3) Crusaders ! Yes, it is going to happen - Crusader Diorama Castle in some shape and form is heading our way !!
4) DIORAMA K&C BUILDINGS IN THE WORKS - to be able to go with several ranges (like the french farmhouse)
5) FRENCH LINE ARTILLERY - coming and great surprizes with it ! OMG
6) Fields of Battle ! We are done with Dunkirk and now turning our attention to the Battle of Britian !! - Very exciting RAF sets coming our way.
7) Market Garden - will be discontinued due to poor sales.
Well thats about it
Louis, Hans, Larry and Mark were wonderful - on this trip all have appreciated the time and effort to put this little event together. Last night's dinner at Larry restaurant was simply outstanding.
I will have more from John Jenkins (who is a really great guy) later - but, I must leave because Andy is hosting a Brunch for us - WOW - got to love this event !
Yesterday at Louis' House we had a chance to hear andy give some great remarks on past, present and future for King & Country.
Everyone found the general remarks quite interesting as well as those given by Ken Olsen on Britians. But, all thes things pale in comparison to the intel that has been given and ...... here it is:
1) New Release of a K&C Range on India / Far East - probally around "Flashman" ! - sometime in the next few months !
2) Confederate Calvary releases this year ! Union personalities coming soon.
3) Crusaders ! Yes, it is going to happen - Crusader Diorama Castle in some shape and form is heading our way !!
4) DIORAMA K&C BUILDINGS IN THE WORKS - to be able to go with several ranges (like the french farmhouse)
5) FRENCH LINE ARTILLERY - coming and great surprizes with it ! OMG
6) Fields of Battle ! We are done with Dunkirk and now turning our attention to the Battle of Britian !!
- Very exciting RAF sets coming our way.7) Market Garden - will be discontinued due to poor sales.
Well thats about it
Louis, Hans, Larry and Mark were wonderful - on this trip all have appreciated the time and effort to put this little event together. Last night's dinner at Larry restaurant was simply outstanding.
I will have more from John Jenkins (who is a really great guy) later - but, I must leave because Andy is hosting a Brunch for us - WOW
- got to love this event !nysoldiers
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Fortunate to attend this great event for the second time. Speaking with Andy of K&C, John Jenkins and Ken and Erika Osen at Louis' house was informative and enjoyable.
Adding to Ron's update Andy talked about the possibility of adding Texas Rangers and "Fort Apache" personality figures to the Wild West series. He also hinted at marines for the Sand Pebble Series. Andy was colorful and animated as it is obvious he loves his work.
John Jenkins showed us some new figures which are outstanding.
More "Snow Shoes" Rangers and Indians, Culloden British and Jacobites,
Battle of Quebec, Indian village and canoes. He is pondering new ranges as well.
What can be better than talking toy soldiers in the "Big APPle".
Thanks guys for a great event!
Adding to Ron's update Andy talked about the possibility of adding Texas Rangers and "Fort Apache" personality figures to the Wild West series. He also hinted at marines for the Sand Pebble Series. Andy was colorful and animated as it is obvious he loves his work.
John Jenkins showed us some new figures which are outstanding.
More "Snow Shoes" Rangers and Indians, Culloden British and Jacobites,
Battle of Quebec, Indian village and canoes. He is pondering new ranges as well.
What can be better than talking toy soldiers in the "Big APPle".
Thanks guys for a great event!