Diecast Model World
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Diecast Model World is a glossy British magazine dedicated to the world of collecting diecast model vehicles.
The magazine is self-published by Mike Forbes, editor of Ian Allan Publishing
's classic transport journal Vintage Roadscene and former editor of Diecast Collector Magazine
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The first issue of Diecast Model World featured articles on Bristol buses
by Forbes, Corgi
fairground models by Alistair Golding, vintage fire engines by Mike Pigott, Dinky forklifts by Roger Wynn, and Japanese models of Austin cars by Andrew Ralston. There was also a roundup of new products, a feature on classic models and their real-life counterparts by Malcolm Bates, and an article about promotional model trucks from supermarkets by Mike King. Sadly, King died just prior to the magazine being released.
Diecast Model World is published quarterly, in January, April, July and October. At present it is only available by direct subscription, although copies can be picked up at certain toy fairs and swapmeets.
The magazine is self-published by Mike Forbes, editor of Ian Allan Publishing
Ian Allan Publishing
Ian Allan Publishing is a UK publisher, established in 1942, which specialises in transport magazines and books.In 1942 Ian Allan, then working on enquiries on the Southern Railway, published his first book, "ABC of Southern Locomotives"...
's classic transport journal Vintage Roadscene and former editor of Diecast Collector Magazine
Diecast Collector Magazine
Diecast Collector is a British magazine dedicated to the hobby of collecting diecast metal vehicles. Published monthly, it is a thick, glossy magazine featuring a variety of articles on toy and model cars, trucks and buses....
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The first issue of Diecast Model World featured articles on Bristol buses
Bristol buses
Bristol buses may refer to* Bristol, the make of bus made by Bristol Commercial Vehicles* Bristol, the trading name of Bristol Omnibus Company, which operated buses in Bristol, Gloucestershire and parts of Somerset and Wiltshire in England...
by Forbes, Corgi
Corgi
Corgi may refer to:*Welsh Corgi, breeds of dogs, specifically:**Pembroke Welsh Corgi**Cardigan Welsh Corgi*Corgi Toys, a range of die-cast toys created by the Mettoy company; or the following brands that have their origin in this company:...
fairground models by Alistair Golding, vintage fire engines by Mike Pigott, Dinky forklifts by Roger Wynn, and Japanese models of Austin cars by Andrew Ralston. There was also a roundup of new products, a feature on classic models and their real-life counterparts by Malcolm Bates, and an article about promotional model trucks from supermarkets by Mike King. Sadly, King died just prior to the magazine being released.
Diecast Model World is published quarterly, in January, April, July and October. At present it is only available by direct subscription, although copies can be picked up at certain toy fairs and swapmeets.
Contributors
- Malcolm Bates
- Mike Pigott
- Roger Wynn
- Andrew Ralston
- Alistair Golding
- Mike King