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04/08/2021 9:53 pm
Only the wall position is permanent for now, still trying to figure what cars to display and how to protect them from dust if displayed without cases. Any idea would be appreciated.
04/08/2021 10:36 pm
Good looking shelves! But using the display cases would probably limit you to two models for each shelf. I prefer enclosed shelving, but over the years I have added several different styles; consistency is not one of my strong points. House and yard sales sometimes provide smaller units, such as these:
But rarely do we find matching pairs. At least the models stay out of most of the dust.
Here is one of my professional shelving units for 1/43 models, complete with hinged fronts:
This set has 21 divisions, each large enough for two 1/43 models. The shelving is also deep enough to allow a slight angle for improved display. Companies that make such shelving units are fairly common. I can't find the paperwork on this unit; it was purchased quite a few years ago and I don't remember the company name.
Isn't it great to have a problem of displaying our "too many" 1/43 models? Enjoy! David H 
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04/08/2021 10:55 pm
@d-m-holcombe Great shelves and cases David, I like the shelving diversity, love your Packard's collection! I am familiar with the acrylic cases, I just don have much wall to mount them. The FM shelf is kind of accent shelf in the home office, my main focus remains 1/24 but I liked the richness of the shelf itself.
The other 2 shelfs in the same room are already quite an irritation to my wife ... 
The vast majority of the collection is still in the basement.
