Jimbunas Diecast Collection

AVGWarhawk · 04-29-11, 08:34 PM

I collect diecast cars as well.

Thread hijacked!

Jimbuna · 04-30-11, 06:06 AM

That's an impressive looking collection Chris, I'm waiting for the first ankle biter to fly the nest so I can convert the room into a man cave and put mine on display.

Thus far I've got my eye on a few of these but may end up looking for something with glass or perspex fronts like the one further below to keep the dust off.

Ordered this Tonka earlier today for the collection:

AA33606 Panavia Tornado GR.4A No. 13 Squadron, RAF Marham, Norfolk, "Operation Iraqi Freedom"

AVGWarhawk · 04-30-11, 07:54 AM

The glassed covered shelves are the way to go. Specifically with the dust that likes to collect. Glad you are going to display. Often folks buy and keep them in the box because the item will retain better value. What's the purpose of buying the items in the first place? Display or make a few more dollars/pounds down the road? I open them, display and toss the box. These are madet to enjoy on display.

Tonka? Is the original Tonka that manufactured steel construction vehicles for kids to play with? Nice looking model. Have a link you purchase these from?

Oberon · 04-30-11, 11:38 AM

I used to have a Tonka digger

Anyway, pic as requested:

Jimbuna · 04-30-11, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oberon

I used to have a Tonka digger

Anyway, pic as requested:

That's a nice aircraft for the collection...I'm currently on the lookout for a TSR-2 if I can find one reasonably priced.

BTW...Kratos was asking after you on Thursday night.

AVGWarhawk · 04-30-11, 08:18 PM

I was not sure if Tonka for the toy manufacturer is what you meant!

Jimbuna · 05-01-11, 04:58 AM

Tonka Home Page: http://www.hasbro.com/tonka/en_US/

Jimbuna · 04-30-11, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AVGWarhawk

The glassed covered shelves are the way to go. Specifically with the dust that likes to collect. Glad you are going to display. Often folks buy and keep them in the box because the item will retain better value. What's the purpose of buying the items in the first place? Display or make a few more dollars/pounds down the road? I open them, display and toss the box. These are madet to enjoy on display.

Tonka? Is the original Tonka that manufactured steel construction vehicles for kids to play with? Nice looking model. Have a link you purchase these from?

Yeah Tonka was indeed a childhood metal toy manufacturer but my use of the word was in the context of the Tornado aircrafts nickname being 'Tonka' as the Typhoon having the nickname 'Tiffy'

What links would you like...the Ikea furniture or the suppliers of the aircraft?

04-29-11, 08:34 PM	#1
AVGWarhawk Lucky Jack Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a 1954 Buick. Posts: 28,286 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	I collect diecast cars as well. Thread hijacked! __________________ “You're painfully alive in a drugged and dying culture.” ― Richard Yates, Revolutionary Road

04-30-11, 06:06 AM	#2
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,844 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	That's an impressive looking collection Chris, I'm waiting for the first ankle biter to fly the nest so I can convert the room into a man cave and put mine on display. Thus far I've got my eye on a few of these but may end up looking for something with glass or perspex fronts like the one further below to keep the dust off. Ordered this Tonka earlier today for the collection: AA33606 Panavia Tornado GR.4A No. 13 Squadron, RAF Marham, Norfolk, "Operation Iraqi Freedom" __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

04-30-11, 07:54 AM	#3
AVGWarhawk Lucky Jack Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a 1954 Buick. Posts: 28,286 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	The glassed covered shelves are the way to go. Specifically with the dust that likes to collect. Glad you are going to display. Often folks buy and keep them in the box because the item will retain better value. What's the purpose of buying the items in the first place? Display or make a few more dollars/pounds down the road? I open them, display and toss the box. These are madet to enjoy on display. Tonka? Is the original Tonka that manufactured steel construction vehicles for kids to play with? Nice looking model. Have a link you purchase these from? __________________ “You're painfully alive in a drugged and dying culture.” ― Richard Yates, Revolutionary Road

04-30-11, 08:18 PM	#6
AVGWarhawk Lucky Jack Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a 1954 Buick. Posts: 28,286 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	I was not sure if Tonka for the toy manufacturer is what you meant! __________________ “You're painfully alive in a drugged and dying culture.” ― Richard Yates, Revolutionary Road

05-01-11, 04:58 AM	#7
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,844 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Tonka Home Page: http://www.hasbro.com/tonka/en_US/ __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

04-30-11, 11:38 AM	#4
Oberon Lucky Jack Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 25,976 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 20	I used to have a Tonka digger Anyway, pic as requested:

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