This is part preview, part history.The Matchbox team is allowing me to preview the latest version of one of my favorite Matchbox castings, the 1957 GMC Stepside. The Stepside has enjoyed all kinds of decos, from plain to military to farm to police. I've liked them all.The latest version is a treat. This time the …
New York Toy Fair 2016 Recap: Auto World, Johnny Lightning, and Racing Champions from Round 2…
Toy Fair 2016 was held in New York City on February 13 through 16. Several diecast brands were there, showcasing to retailers what is coming, and we were fortunate enough to have someone there to recap the festivities. Our old friend Tim Pagano headed over, checked out the displays, jotted down some info, and took some …
Don’t miss the Greenlight Sale this weekend at Wheel Collectors…
'Tis the season for lots of deals...We have heard from a lot of you that have taken advantage of the many diecast sales going on at Wheel Collectors and Japan Booster. I appreciate their support of the Lamley Blog, and I am happy to be associated with two sellers that are diecast nuts like the …
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The crazy demand for Dukes of Hazzard diecast with the Confederate flag: What are your thoughts?
If you live in the US, there is little chance you are not familiar with the discussion, or controversy, surrounding the Confederate Flag.Following the horrific, racist shooting at a South Carolina church last week, national dialogue has revolved around whether or not it is appropriate for the Confederate Flag to not only fly at the …
"My Favorite Models", by Jeff Koch, writer/photographer at Hemmings Motor News…
Another series that has taken a bit of a hiatus from the blog is the "My Favorite Models" series. We have only had four, but it has come from a prestigious group, from the Design Manager at Matchbox, to two former Matchbox Ambassadors, to one of the brains behind Japanese Nostalgic Car.One article we have …
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