Models & Die-cast

Wed 23 Sep Antiques & Vintage Six Cards from Oceanside Add to Long-Running Fleer and Upper Deck Sets A longtime contributor sends six cards, bringing updated totals for three sets as the collector reflects on the future of the blog.

Tue 22 Sep Toys & Action Figures McFarlane Super Powers Batman Beyond Figure Brings Neo-Gotham to Series 14 Terry McGinnis joins McFarlane’s Super Powers Series 14 with an animation-inspired head, a compact build and the character’s distinctive silhouette.

Mon 21 Sep LEGO & Building Sets Vintage Barware: Styles, Glassware, Buying Tips and Care Explore Art Deco, Victorian and Mid-Century Modern barware, plus tips for spotting damage, checking for lead and caring for vintage glass.

Tue 15 Sep Toys & Action Figures October 2026 Toy Farmer Issue Is Online The October 2026 Toy Farmer issue is online, but the supplied page contains only category and archive links, with no article details.

Mon 14 Sep Stamps & Postal History Murano Glass: Its Venetian Roots, Handcrafted Techniques and Authentication Clues Murano glass blends centuries of Venetian craft with distinctive colors and patterns. Learn how it’s made and what to check when examining vintage pieces.

Mon 7 Sep LEGO & Building Sets Vintage Farmhouse Décor: Rustic Materials, Heirlooms and Cozy Finds Build a vintage farmhouse look with worn wood, muted colors, family keepsakes and a thoughtful mix of old and new pieces.

Mon 31 Aug Toys & Action Figures Vintage Record Players: Turntable Types, Brands and Buying Tips Compare vintage and modern players, explore Technics, Thorens and Pioneer, and learn the parts and drive systems to check before buying.

Fri 28 Aug Antiques & Vintage Schleich Granite Wolf Review: Eldrador’s Crystal-Backed Stone Kingdom Beast Schleich’s 15 cm Granite Wolf pairs a lunging pose and oversized paws with translucent green crystals, though its airbrushed accents divide the design.

Wed 19 Aug LEGO & Building Sets Hernan Carracedo’s TMNT “Cowabunga!” Print Gets Three Limited Editions Bottleneck Gallery’s 18-by-36-inch TMNT print comes in a regular edition and two foil variants, with editions of 75 or 50.

Tue 18 Aug Stamps & Postal History Spider-Man: Far From Home Screen Print by Martin Ansin Gets Three Limited Editions Martin Ansin’s 24-by-36-inch Spider-Man: Far From Home poster arrives in Regular GID, Holo Foil and Spectral GID editions.

Mon 17 Aug Toys & Action Figures September 2026 Toy Farmer Issue Is Online The September 2026 Toy Farmer issue is online, giving farm toy collectors a new issue to browse.

Mon 17 Aug LEGO & Building Sets Vintage Wall Décor: Seven Ways to Style Art, Mirrors, Clocks and More From owl plaques to antique mirrors, seven vintage wall décor ideas bring character to a room, with practical tips for choosing and hanging each find.

Wed 12 Aug Stamps & Postal History Greg Ruth’s The Hedge Knight Art Print Brings Dunk and Egg to Bottleneck Gallery Bottleneck Gallery’s Greg Ruth print pairs Dunk and Egg with shield inspired artwork in two limited formats, with sizes, prices and sale timing specified.

Wed 12 Aug Stamps & Postal History Carlos Huante’s Space Jockey Print: Editions, Dimensions and Sale Details Bottleneck Gallery’s Carlos Huante print depicts the Space Jockey in a 24-by-18-inch edition, with a separate acrylic panel version.

Mon 10 Aug Coins & Currency Vintage Coach Bags: Collectible Models, Price Ranges and Authentication Clues Coach’s vintage appeal runs from Bonnie Cashin designs to 1970s standouts. Learn which models collectors seek and what to inspect before buying.

Fri 7 Aug Toys & Action Figures Pedigree Sindy Doll, Circa 1969–70: Hong Kong Marking and Identification Clues A Sydney doll-show find, this Pedigree Sindy has solid limbs, side-glancing eyes and a Hong Kong head mark, with her exact identity still uncertain.

Mon 3 Aug LEGO & Building Sets Starting a Rock Collection: Rockhounding, Specimen Care and Display From choosing a collecting focus to cataloging and displaying finds, these practical steps help build a rock collection with care and curiosity.

Thu 30 Jul Stamps & Postal History Jack Gregory’s The Dark Crystal Screen Print Brings Jen, Kira and the Skeksis Into Focus Bottleneck Gallery’s 24-by-36-inch Jack Gregory print is limited to 125; an acrylic panel edition offers a second format in a run of 35.

Mon 27 Jul Toys & Action Figures Collecting Die-Cast Airplanes: Scale, Condition and Getting Started Explore die-cast airplane history, scale, condition and customization, plus practical steps for building a focused collection within your budget.

Mon 27 Jul Toys & Action Figures Cyberzoic Kuraokami Review: A Large Arctic Dragon Figure with a Highly Articulated Tail Creative Beast Studio’s Kuraokami pairs intricate Arctic Dragon detailing with flexible neck and tail joints, plus a striking blue and purple paint scheme.