SikuSteve, Welcome aboard. I am probably the offset, my large collection of toys are mostly American made except for my Dinky collection and a few recent purchases, that is within the last 5 years. Most of my toys are my originals from early 1950's forward, including those toys from my sons. Now, I restore and found a small nitch modifying some of the broken Dinkys. You will enjoy and like this group, every day is a true adventure............ again welcome. dinkyboy
Many thanks for the post. It must be rewarding restoring Dinkies. The only Dinky i remember having when i was a wee nipper was the Mack with bottom dump trailer with "pup" trailer. This was consigned to the bin complete with box ...thanks to my rather inconsiderate parents...rant over lol. Wish i still had that beast, might be worth a few bob!
SikuSteve, After I joined the Army, many of my Dinkys and others went to a cousin whom my mother believed would appreciate them. I do not think that was the end result, I never did see them again, sooooooo I know the feeling. But........ I did have a stash and many of those still remain with me now. Phew. Luckily mom did not know of all my storage locations. I have since replaced a many of what I had at now costly prices. My grandchildren now play with all of them.
dinkyboy
Welcome onto this site, some great information from like minded individuals on all aspects of toy collecting, me I collect Dinky toys , military both UK and French... You'll enjoy your time here, we are all here to help each other.....
