Small Scale Military Headquarters

A little further research reveals that DeAgostini released a mix of original models from Criel, as well as releases from the Vitesse Victoria line.

This seems to fit what we are seeing on the Schuco page.

Mike


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Many of these Schuco releases appear to be identical to the DeAgostini military vehicles released in Italy. I have four of them, and the are identical to the photos.

Most of the DeAgostini Models were modeled by Criel Model, and Italian military model manufacturer.

Mike


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I have dealt extensively with Diecast Direct and HLJ. Absolutely no problems.

Mike

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Does anyone remember what year CDC sold the aviation line to the Franklin Mint?

Mike

In a few weeks I hope to get scans of the 1998 Catalog up as well. Meanwhile....enjoy!

Mike

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Make that: Military Vehicle Technology Foundation

Spelling's not a strength of mine


Mike

Here is Jaques Littlefield's website: Military Vehical Technology Foundation

http://www.milvehtechfound.com/index.html

Mike

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Mr. Football, Hinchliffe models are 'white metal' miniatures manufactured (I think) in the UK. They require some assembly (typically the treads, machine guns, etc). They are also unpainted, so you need to be handy with an airbrush. :) You can browse around a bit at www.skytrex.com or www.alnavco.com...

I was given one for Christmas. I can't speak for the technical accuracy, but I can vouch for the fine details. The detailing is exceptional, with many small parts, all well assembled. The hatchlines are well defined, and the small lettering is quite crisp. Even the 'grill' on the top hull near the r...

Chamberlain and Ellis (Tanks of the World, 1915-1945) says the T-34/85 started in service in 1945. According to Armour in Profile #21, the SU 100 first saw service in 1944. Chamberlain and Doyle (Encyclopedia of German tanks of WWII) note that the Jagdpather was manufactured between January 1944 to ...

I have both the Matchbox and the CDC Wirbelwind. They are essentially identical, and are very well done.

As noted by hworth18, the Matchbox versions are remakes of the CDC Armour tanks.

Mike

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It would be really nice if they would fill in some of the 'gaps' between the CDC armour and Dragon Armour lineups.

Mike

Very nice format! Well done!

Mike