iHOBBY EXPO 2013: MAT IRVINE’S WRAP-UP REPORT
My last look at the excellent iHobby Expo 2013 includes some famous and not-so-famous faces, and even a book of mine. The biggest display object at iHobby Expo 2013 had to be the giant inflatable Space Marine, from Games Workshop. The figure was a promotion for the hugely successful Warhammer 40,000 wargaming series. The prime US model paint company, Testors, was at the show, as was Hornby, with a display that included Scalextric, Airfix and Humbrol. MRC (originally Model Rectifier Company) showed its US distribution strength, with clients that include Academy, Italeri, and Mini-Art. The Russian kit company Zvezda was there with a new range of models from the animated movies, Cars and Planes (below). I think it’s a pity that neither range is to a standard model scale but it’s good to see them on sale, nevertheless. Woodland Miniatures (below) is a regular at the show. Treasure trove! My Scale Car Modelling book for sale (below) on the Motor Books International stand. Tom Grossman (left...