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How To Build Scenes For Your HO Scale Model Train Layout

Saturday, May 28, 2011

 by Modeltrainpro.com

Mountains and landscape terrains for your HO scale model train layout are easily made by using styrofoam blocks from packing used by manufacturers. Small blocks of wood may also be used to make HO scale model train mountains and hills. After attaching the styrofoam and wood pieces, you will then need to form screen wire over the styrofoam and wood.

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Collecting Comics - A Good Fun Investment

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Author: Pamela Ravenwood

Either you are a comic book fanatic or you are interested in them as an investment - and possibly you are both. If you are new to comic books and are interested in turning your interest into an investment, there are a few things to know about comic book investing.

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RC Nitro Engine

Saturday, April 30, 2011

 by Wendall

RC cars are always among the freshest toys in any given year due to kids' interest in controlling autos of their own, and the fact that there are countless adult RC car enthusiasts throughout the world. RC autos run on electricity, gas or nitro-fuel.

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The Care And Feeding Of Die Cast Collections

Saturday, April 23, 2011

Author: Kadence Buchanan

There are die cast model cars and then, well, there are toys. Where is the dividing line and how to serious collectors of die cast vehicles judge the quality of their collections? Like most things, there's more to this collecting passion than meets the eye.

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What You Need To Know About Ho Scale Model Train

Saturday, April 16, 2011

by Ferdinand Dominic

Model trains, as well as any other reproduction of something that lasts in real life, require a scale so as to multiply the dimensions of the train that they represent. Else, they would look out of proportion.

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Comic Book Art

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

by Donovan Gauvreau

The very first comic book was born in the United States and is often said to have been officially launched by 'Famous Funnies' in 1934. What followed was mass production of a wide assortment of comic books that eventually led comic book historians to categorize them according to their birthday. They are either part of the Golden Age, Silver Age, Bronze Age, or Modern Age.

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Why Fifth Scale RC Vehicles Rock

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Author: Lisa Dixon

With an ever growing market in newer innovations of radio controlled cars, it is no surprise that 1/5 scale RC cars are leading the trend. In the earlier days, battery powered cars were simple, and in many cases, still are. Although the smaller battery powered radio controlled options still dominate the market, 1/5 RC cars and often 1/4 RC cars are beginning to leap ahead in popularity.

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The Common Bond of Diecast Models Cars

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

by Julie Ann Amos

Every generation has their own diecast models cars. Our parents played with Matchbox cars for the most part. By the time we were growing up, we had Hot Wheels. Some of us are old enough, our kids were playing with Micro Machines back in the eighties. You remember Micro Machines, right? You at least remember the commercials, with the motormouth announcer showing that you could fit a Micro Machine on a single dime. They had great marketing gimmicks at the very least.

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The Enduring Popularity Of HO Model Trains

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Author: Matt Blair

While there are some model train lovers who like having a garden train out in their yards, and others who've dedicated whole attics and basements to huge, detailed, layouts, there are plenty of other hobbyists who don't have the space for these. But we still want to be able to use more than one layout, or do more than just a simple oval. What can you do if you love trains, but don't want a huge one?

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Comic Collector - Are You Interested To Become One?

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

by Mike Selvon

While comic book series have been around since the 1930s, it wasn't until the 1960s that something changed within the comic book industry, instigating widespread interest in comic book heroes and narratives. Some say it was Stan Lee's re-envisioning of the industry, adding new psychological dimensions to his characters.

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What You Should Know About Nitro RC Cars

Monday, March 28, 2011

by Darren Pace

Currently, the nitro RC cars are one of the most popular trends within the field of RC cars. Mainly, this has to do with the way they offer a large amount of ease with their operation, in addition to accelerated speeds, which easily beat other remote control cars while racing. Ultimately, they offer a large amount of fun for both experienced and novice drivers alike.

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Die cast cars and bike models are favorites of everyone

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Author: straight2you

Vehicle toy models have always caught the fancy of boys of all the age groups. Be it kids playing with the small die cast versions of their favorite cars or the adults who love collecting the replicas of the cars they wish to own and make a collection out of them. Die cast cars and bike models can charm anybody with their looks.

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History of HO-Scale Trains - How H0-Scale Got Started and Became the Most Popular in the World

Friday, March 25, 2011

by Henry Michael

In 1921, the "double zero" or 00 scale train (1:76) was introduced in the United Kingdom. This train was and remains the most popular scale in the UK and runs on the same gauge track as the H0 scale trains, although the actual trains and rolling stock are a larger scale. In the 1930's the H0 scale was introduced as an alternative to the 00, but never really grabbed a foothold in the UK.

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History of the Black Penny Stamp

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Author: Ling Tong

The Black Penny stamp, also known as the Penny Black, was the first adhesive stamp to be used in the postal system. It was introduced to the postal system of the United Kingdom and Ireland on May 1, 1840 as part of the reforms suggested by Rowland Hill. All London post offices received official stamps to affix to the mail that went through them, but the practice of using the Penny Black did not immediately take hold throughout the country. Post offices in other parts of the country continued with their usual method of paying for mail, which often meant that the recipient was responsible for paying the postage.

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Your Guide To Electric RC Cars

by Tony Williams

Radio-controlled cars are becoming more and more popular, with people of all ages and gender getting into the hobby. However, as one first enters the world of RC cars, one learns that there are so many choices on the type, model, and kinds of cars. For example, you have to choose what will be the source to power your car: electric or fuel. As a beginner, you will look at the pros and cons of each. This article will be looking further at advantages and disadvantages of electric-powered RC cars.

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Fill Your Diecast Display Cases With The Best Models

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

 by Richard Shepard

If you are looking for a fun way to collect your dream cars then Hot Wheels diecast models are for you. For years they have been making the little versions of cars that are big on fun. Get started today with these 3 easy steps.

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How to make landscape for your trains o scale layout. - Shoestring update

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

by Alex Corbie

Another trains o scale shoestring update for you model train set scenery.

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Collecting Specialty Stamps: Here's What You Need To Know

Sunday, March 20, 2011

Author: Ainsley Hayes

Stamp collecting generally, and collecting specialty stamps in particular, have grown to be very popular in the last 50 years. While some people seek out these kinds of rare and costly stamps for the sheer love of it, other people are doing this to produce a profit. When done properly, collecting specialty stamps can be quite a lucrative project. This short article examines the four basic categories of specialty stamps, and can be used as a reference for any curious philatelist.

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Nitro Rc Or Electric Rc ?

Author: andy bax

The cost between Nitro RC s and Electric RC s is quite significant, nitro rc cars cost more to purchase than electric models.

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Nascar Diecast Cars - A Collector Favorite

Friday, March 18, 2011

by Michael Clark

What are Nascar Diecast Model Cars
Nascar diecast model cars are collectible toys that are produced using a die casting method. The cars are made of a metal alloy of aluminum and zinc, with the remaining parts of the car being plastic. Along with the growing popularity of Nascar racing in the 1990s, came the die cast cars and trucks of Nascar painted in the colors of the different racing teams. There were several different manufacturers of these products in the beginning with many of these manufacturers either dropping or selling their Nascar line as time has gone by.

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