Merry Christmas! This weeks picks come too late to be Christmas gifts, but maybe you got a few bucks in your stocking and are looking for some post Christmas die cast deals to "invest" those extra bucks.
Our two featured fighting vehicles are both from Franklin Mint in the 1:24 scale. The first is for those who have the most Christmas cash. From the Flying Mule and offered at $95.00 it is:
Franklin Mint Armour Collection B11E207
M1 Abrams Tank Diecast Model--NATO
1:24 Scale Length WidthM1 Abrams 16" 6"
Franklin Mint Armour Collection
The Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Armour Collection diecast vehicles from The Franklin Mint require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box.
Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Accurately detailed underside.
To check it out, go to Iraq, or click this link:
http://www.flyingmule.com/products/FM-B11E207
Our next pick is from the first Gulf War. Diecast Direct has only one left of these Humvees at $54.00 (with free shipping). They never let me show you any product of theirs that is featured. So you'll have to see it here:
http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_mod...ctCode=FM-B648
Going upstairs, we will continue with Franklin Mint, as many of their products, especially a large slice of their aircraft are on closeout from various vendors. This week we will start by featuring another livery of the JU-52 and at an even better price than last week. This 1:48 bird can be flying your way before the end of the year from Trinkets to Treasures, provided you air mail your $70.00 to them first. It is:
Franklin Mint Armour Junkers Ju 52-3m Tante Norway Campaign
[B11B657]
The Franklin Mint has earned legendary status by producing some of the most finely detailed and historically accurate die-cast aircraft models in the industry. This aircraft is no exception. This is a 1:48 scale model of the German Junkers Ju 52-3M Tante KGrzb V 106 Norway Campaign. The Junkers was first built in the 1930's yet remained in service for more than a quarter century. During the Second World War the Ju52 became the Luftwaffe's standard workhorse and was known affectionately as 'Tante Ju' (Auntie Ju). Flown mainly as a transport, it also fulfilled air-ambulance and, more unusually, mine-clearance roles. For the latter it was fitted with a large metal hoop which could be energized by a motor to explode magnetic sea-mines. This highly detailed die-cast model is built to scale. Approximate size is 15 1/2 inches in length and has a wingspan of approx. 22 inches. From the Franklin Mint Armour Collection number B11B657. The Franklin Mint Armour collection contains some of the finest detailed military and civilian scale model aircraft. They come completely assembled and ready to display! All Franklin Mint Armour diecast models are true to scale. Each model is precision-engineered and packed with authentic detail. Armour collection aircraft are decorated in authentic paint schemes - complete with military markings and historic artwork.
Aim your searchlight here:
http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/f...-campaign.html
Our final pick this week is also a German World War II bird, but this one is a Corgi in the 1:72 scale. Offered by Burbank's House of Hobbies for $17.99, it is:
Only 3760 made on this model. Comes with display stand.
Corgi 1/72 JU87 Eastern Front Russia 1943 (Predators Series) CRGPR99407
Button up before it flies over and then click here:
http://www.houseofhobbies.com/co1jueafrru1.html