Collectors Gazette

Collectors Gazette - the only monthly newspaper for toy collectors! Keeping you up to date with all the latest collecting news, along with in-depth features on vintage diecast, railways, tinplate and TV & film models. We also bring you up to date price guides, event listings and swapmeet reports from around the country. The Digital version is fully interactive with exclusive images, videos, extra auction results and more!

Motoring memories • Jigsaws and toy cars – two popular pastimes from a bygone age which hold a powerful nostalgia for collectors today. As Hazel Ralston shows, there is sometimes an overlap between these two hobbies.

The Thrill of the Chase • Charlie has been involved in the glorious amphitheatre of collectable vintage toys for over 40 years. A magpie collector with a garage heaving with bygone treasures, he sets off in pursuit of vintage toys, unusual collectables and the occasional bargain, wherever the trail leads.

Are you a Boopaholic? • Every other month, Ann Evans and Rob Tysall will be visiting a toy collector’s club or society. This month they’ve discovered the Official Betty Boop Fan Club – an online club for anyone interested in the 1930s beauty, Betty Boop.

Collecting Champions • Chris Stonor continues his series focusing on people who are keeping the toy and model collectable market alive and thriving. This month he meets up with Keith Bradley of Keith’s Cars of Derby, AKA son-of-the-corner-shop on eBay.

The best of British • Bob Brechin, former Palitoy Chief Designer, shares the fascinating story behind one of Britain’s most iconic toy companies.

The book club • Ed Karswell ponders the world of model collecting.

PRICE GUIDE • Rounding up the latest toy sales from across the country with a brief visit to specialist auction rooms…

eBuys • From collectables of the future to old favourites, eBay always manages to produce some amazing finds… and even more amazing prices!

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