Hello, from a newbie with questions.. (1 Viewer)

[mr148927]

Hi, My nae is Paul and I live in Boston... My dad is actually the collector in the family. He collects alot of WWII German, and American soldiers. His biggest feat to date is a Germn parade complete with Hitler, the gnerals, 3 cars some 50 men marching, banners etc. I will try and get some pictures up next time I go to his house. The reason I am here, is my dad is pretty sick. However, he just has a tough road ahead. He wants to slim down his collection, for he will be moving once he is released from doctors care, and the nursing home. So here I sit among a ton of figures. I have been able to match some up to the #'s on the boxes. Alas, I am far from done. Can anyone suggest a good place to find pictures of sets, as I am not sure if there are 2, 3, or 4 in some sets etc. Also what would be the best way to sell this collection? Being that I deal in sports memorabilia, I will definately sell seperately in sets etc. Any suggestions on websites to go to ? Any help woudl be greatlyappreciated.
Thanks
Paul

 

[6th Wisconsin]

www.toysoldiersusa.com is great for King and Country, if that is what is in the collection.

 

[mr148927]

6th Wisconsin... Thansk for your service first of all.
Yes most of his collection is King and Country...He has some Figarti, a few Etrl also.. I will try the site you recommended . Thanks

 

[lancer]

Hello Paul and welcome to the forum. Sorry to hear your father is ill and I hope he will be ok. 6th Wisconsin gave you the best site for King & Country pictures. Most all of the sets from old to new are there. Good luck with your search. -- Al

 

[mr148927]

I have another question, if I may.. Are there any special sites, that deal with the buying/selling/trading of toy soldiers? Or are there any sites, dealing with resale value guidelines? As somethign is only worth what someone is willing to pay.
Thanks

 

[mr148927]

www.toysoldiersusa.com is great for King and Country, if that is what is in the collection.

WOW!!!! I knew when I saw this forum, I would get some help. I have been all over the internet today looking around trying to identify this stuff. Alot I will be going looking blind, but I think I have it all right in front of me...
Thanks everyone.. also I am sorry in advance, if I ask too many questions...'
On that note, How do you know if something is a limited edition run? what it is #'d to? Does it become more wanted if it has been retired?

 

[MapleLeaf]

There a section on this forum
collector classifieds / sale or trade
lots of people advertise and maybe could be of help
Good luck
Maple Leaf

 

[Mitch]

Welcome to the forum. my best wishes for your father and his health. You can also go to King and country's UK website www.kingandcountry.co.uk and they have a back catalogue which has a lot of the old stuff
Mitch

 

[Iron Brigade]

Hi, My nae is Paul and I live in Boston... My dad is actually the collector in the family. He collects alot of WWII German, and American soldiers. His biggest feat to date is a Germn parade complete with Hitler, the gnerals, 3 cars some 50 men marching, banners etc. I will try and get some pictures up next time I go to his house. The reason I am here, is my dad is pretty sick. However, he just has a tough road ahead. He wants to slim down his collection, for he will be moving once he is released from doctors care, and the nursing home. So here I sit among a ton of figures. I have been able to match some up to the #'s on the boxes. Alas, I am far from done. Can anyone suggest a good place to find pictures of sets, as I am not sure if there are 2, 3, or 4 in some sets etc. Also what would be the best way to sell this collection? Being that I deal in sports memorabilia, I will definately sell seperately in sets etc. Any suggestions on websites to go to ? Any help woudl be greatlyappreciated.
Thanks
Paul

Dear Paul:

My sympathy with regards to your father's poor health and at least for a time his going into a nursing home. If you post photos of the K&C sets (and others types for that matter) that you can not indentify at the Tree Frog Treasures Forum I am sure any number of people at the Forum will be able to ID them. Also, perhaps you could find a nearby K&C dealer to help you ID some of the K&C sets. You can go to www.kingandcountry.com and click onto their dealership list in USA.

As for selling "toy soldiers" or really military miniatures, I have found that by far the best way is through eBay. If you do not have the time to sell by your self you could go with a responsible eBay consignment seller in your area who will charge about a 30% sales commission + eBay/PayPal fees. Good luck!

"Iron Brigade" / Gary

 

[WWii addict]

WOW!!!! I knew when I saw this forum, I would get some help. I have been all over the internet today looking around trying to identify this stuff. Alot I will be going looking blind, but I think I have it all right in front of me...
Thanks everyone.. also I am sorry in advance, if I ask too many questions...'
On that note, How do you know if something is a limited edition run? what it is #'d to? Does it become more wanted if it has been retired?

My limited edition tank has a plate under the tank saying that it's limited edition. Generally, limited editions becomes more wanted if it's retired. Hope I helped

 

[bromhead]

best wishes