Toy Fair Part 2: Non-Traditional Models
Monday, February 15. 2010
My own collection sticks pretty much with static models, even with toys & vehicles that weren't necessarily designed to just sit on a shelf or desk. This is actually something I encourage in others as well - people who "only collect diecast" or "only work in styrene" are unnecessarily limiting themselves. In that vein, I want to pass on a couple of the cooler toys I saw at Toy Fair.
First up, for sci-fi fans, Owi is expanding their line of aluminum kits to include dinosaurs (scheduled for release in April). The first three out of the gate will be a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops. Each finished dino is about 8.5" (215mm) long, and build up with relative ease. They also have a line of mini solar kits, which are 3-in-1 kits that feature electric motors powered by solar panels. If you're familiar with Zoids, the mechanics of these are very similar. Both these and the aluminum kits would be good for young builders and older builders/collectors who would like to add something unique to their robot collection.
Next up is something even closer to my own collecting: Carrera had a few new 1/24 slot cars on display, including some truly beautiful vintage racers and hot rods. Anyone who remembers slot cars as simple toys really needs to take a look at these: the quality and detail work easily rivals static display models. I was particularly impressed with details like their wire wheels. I'm hoping to get a chance to review one or two of these, so I can really take the opportunity to show how well they stand up to static models.
Tomorrow: Models and 1/24 figures
First up, for sci-fi fans, Owi is expanding their line of aluminum kits to include dinosaurs (scheduled for release in April). The first three out of the gate will be a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops. Each finished dino is about 8.5" (215mm) long, and build up with relative ease. They also have a line of mini solar kits, which are 3-in-1 kits that feature electric motors powered by solar panels. If you're familiar with Zoids, the mechanics of these are very similar. Both these and the aluminum kits would be good for young builders and older builders/collectors who would like to add something unique to their robot collection.
Next up is something even closer to my own collecting: Carrera had a few new 1/24 slot cars on display, including some truly beautiful vintage racers and hot rods. Anyone who remembers slot cars as simple toys really needs to take a look at these: the quality and detail work easily rivals static display models. I was particularly impressed with details like their wire wheels. I'm hoping to get a chance to review one or two of these, so I can really take the opportunity to show how well they stand up to static models.
Tomorrow: Models and 1/24 figures
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