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Post by ifhp on Sept 12, 2022 23:43:51 GMT -5
 Photos Organized by Types of Ford Models by Michael, on Flickr Recently I created about 30 new "albums" on my Flickr about to sort out 12 years of scale model photography by model/marque. In the process I started noting which albums were becoming the largest, these being Falcon by a huge margin, followed by Taunus, and in third place, Early Ford V8s (flathead/sidevalve). |
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Post by Tom on Sept 12, 2022 23:49:07 GMT -5
Sorting and arranging all those pictures is quite the achievement!
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Post by ifhp on Sept 13, 2022 0:03:29 GMT -5
Sorting and arranging all those pictures is quite the achievement! Yes, it took all weekend, and at times I thought my eyeballs had melted. Why we are compelled to do the things we do? |
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Post by ifhp on Jan 1, 2023 20:44:46 GMT -5
 Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr 2022 Annual Model Census This year’s census shows a smaller grand total (38) then previous years – which is necessary due to storage limitations. PCT continues as my largest source of models, although the number of partwork models has decreased. Thanks to PCT’s offerings, 2022 was a very good year for large trucks. Vanguards is doing well with five new additions, same for Trax. It was nice to have new Goldvarg models to pick from in 2022 as well. By Decades: 1920’s: 1 1930’s: 2 1940’s: 1 1950’s: 2 1960’s: 14 1970’s: 11 1980’s 3 1990’s: 1 2000’s: 2 2010’s: 1 By Manufacturer: Premium & Collectibles Trading Co: 16 (partworks 8) Vanguards: 5 Trax: 5 Goldvarg: 3 Neo: 3 One each from: Rio, Sommerville, Auto Cult, Minichamps, Kess and TSM. By Country/Region North America: 16 Britain: 8 Europe: 8 Australia: 5 Brazil: 1 Other Lincoln: 2 Mercury: 2 Motorsports: 6 Trucks: 7 Resin: 13  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr PCT (Premium and Collectibles Trading Company) under many brand names.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Models from Vanguards. The racing Consul Classics diorama was a gift from Jerry.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Trax  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Goldvarg  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Neo  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr One model each from TSM, Rio, Sommerville, Auto Cult, Minichamps and Kess. |
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Post by ifhp on Jan 1, 2023 20:52:45 GMT -5
2022 Annual Model Census Awards & Recognition:  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Quality Control Lapes: Reclined headlight on Model Y by Sommerville. Missing windshield wiper on Granada Ghia Coupe by Neo, and dent in the tail trim on the Cortina XLE by Trax.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Design flaws: Taunus GLX (IXO) is a hybrid of German and Argentine features. The taillights on the 1969 Mustang (IXO partwork) are misshapen. The Ford 15M (Neo) has a "RS" badge on the back.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Biggest Disappointment of the Year Award goes to Neo's MK III Zodiac Farnham Estate for the misshapen roofline.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr The Best Deals and the Most Expensive models of 2022.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Most Anticipated: Cortina XLE I-6 by Trax, Least Expected: Ford V8 Berlin-Rom Stromlinie by Auto Cult, Favorite: Customline by Trax.  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr |
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Post by ifhp on Jan 1, 2023 21:01:30 GMT -5
More 2022 Annual Model Census Photos  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Oldest and youngest: 1927 Lincoln by Rio, 2016 Ford GT by TSM (diecast).  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Motorsports  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Trucks  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Resin models (excluding the truck).  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr 2022 Releases (I'm pretty sure).  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr North America  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Europe  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Britain  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Australia  Annual Model Census: 2022 by Michael, on Flickr Brazil |
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Post by JSB33 on Jan 3, 2023 3:38:48 GMT -5
I find myself really looking forward to your "Year in Review" posts. Another banner year of Blue Oval additions.
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Post by ifhp on Jan 5, 2023 0:16:44 GMT -5
I find myself really looking forward to your "Year in Review" posts. Another banner year of Blue Oval additions. Thanks. About mid-year I start looking forward to it too. |
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Post by ifhp on Feb 21, 2023 23:18:05 GMT -5
 Resin Model Ford Collection by Michael, on Flickr With the arrival of the Goldvarg Mercury Cyclone, my designated shelving for resin model storage is full. I have to store my models without their protective boxes because I need the models to be available for photo shoots on short notice. I learned a long time ago that storage for resin models has greater requirements than for die-cast. This cabinet is best for these models because it is waist high (bending over to retrieve delicate models seems like asking for trouble) and plenty of clearance between the shelves to prevent whacking the bottom of a higher shelf when moving models around. I don't have any room in my house for additional cabinets, and yet I don't want to stop collecting. It will be interesting to see how I wiggle out of this situation. Stay tuned. |
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Post by Tom on Feb 21, 2023 23:48:58 GMT -5
That seems to be a good solution for your unique requirements. I'm interested to see how you will resolve this.
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Post by DeadCanDanceR on Feb 22, 2023 0:48:38 GMT -5
I see enough room for extra shelves there! 😈
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Post by Tom on Apr 2, 2023 14:51:55 GMT -5
This was in my Aliexpress ad feed today. It was excessively priced and it doesn’t seem to be a very good model, but it might just plug a hole in your Aussie Ford collection...   |
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Post by GBOAC002 on Apr 3, 2023 4:37:46 GMT -5
I've always like Aussie Fords and this is one of my 'faves', but I'd like that one in a more inspired colour.
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Post by ifhp on Apr 10, 2023 1:06:58 GMT -5
Tom, I have never seen this EF Falcon model in white before, I have a blueish version and I've seen a dark red version to (possibly a taxi version too). The model brand on mine is called "Paradise Garage" but I suspect the model is a PCT product.  EF Ford Falcon Futura by Paradise Garage by Michael, on Flickr |
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Post by Tom on Apr 10, 2023 2:58:23 GMT -5
Ah, good to see that you have it. Looks much better in blue/green.
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