If you knew someone that you thought was a prime candidate for collecting diecast, what model would you suggest to them to get the ball rolling?
I was inspired to create this thread after a conversation that I had over dinner this evening with friends. We were dinning at a local Sushi bar and this question was posed. "What's the ideal dish to recommend to someone who's never had Sushi before?" This question, of course. made me think of diecast. Why? I'll explain. Most people who've never had Sushi are scared of it, but would probably like it. All they know is "Raw Fish" and lets face it that thought alone would scare anyone. How I segue into diecast is that your introduction to this type of cuisine as with any hobby is extremely important in determining weather or not you'll embrace it.
Understand, I wasn't just day dreaming during dinner. I do have reason to wander into this subject. I'm frequently asked by first timers to make suggestions. As a collector myself, I want to be as objective as possible, but that's not always easy to do. I've attempted to answer these questions myself, but I am faced with the fact that my reasons, and access, for collecting may not be the same as my customers.
So, I defer the question to you.
What model(s) would you suggest to someone who's never collected these before? Please follow these steps and answer these questions in your response.- How were you introduced to diecast models?
- Did the collecting bug take right away?
- What elements of this hobby, or hobbies in general, make you want to be collector versus being the owner of say two examples.
I know this is a tough question, but that's why I pose it. - Submit up to three model suggestions.
- Explain your choices.
Your feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Wow, that turned in to more than I had intended.