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07/06/2010 9:46 am
EMC / Historic Line
Hi Guys,
read your posts about the EMC's.
I have all three Hartmann-Cadillacs, 1 1985 Cadillac (with the rear-window nearly popping out !!) and last saturday I bought two 1903-versions of EMC's Caddies.
All very, very nice.
But,....I like Bashmasnikov's Historic Line Fascinations and Chryslers even better.
I have all Fascinations (3) and all Chryslers (3).
This is what Mikhail Bashmashnikov wrote to me about possible differences between EMC and his Historic Line.
"My 'Historic Line" is entirely my projects. The models have been produced together with V.Pivtorac/EMC. This is the explanation why my Historic Line models looks like better - because everything depends from knowledge, experience, responsibility, quality of research and details. That is why my projects Fascination and Chrysler are different from the other models from the same company".
Joop.
07/06/2010 10:34 am
Ilario is great, EMC is better, but is Historic Line the best? 😉
07/06/2010 10:50 am
Other than subject matter I for one cannot see any difference between the latest EMC Cadillac or a B&G Chrysler/Fascination.All jewel like to me.All get full marks!
07/06/2010 11:39 am
Vlad, I am and always will be a big fan of your models.
I am not a fan of ranking models. Everyone out there producing these fine models that we keep getting deserves our gratitude. A tiny glitch here, a questionable paint choice there hardly deserves the criticism that is sometimes heaped on them. Please Ilario, H&L, B&G, MMQ, CNQ/MAD, WMCE, Durham, BRK, Neo, Ixo, Minichamps, Spark, Autoart, and everyone else, keep those models coming. We'll buy what we like and, hopefully, can afford.
07/06/2010 12:29 pm
A lot of it depends on what people collect and......
how they collect, etc, etc, etc. Collecting criteria and budgets vary greatly as do various forms of artwork and most other collectibles. Sometimes you get what you pay for, and sometimes you don't, and sometimes you get much more than you pay for. These days we have some great models to choose from in all ranges - pretty much something for everyone.
Often, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
I answered questions including what I was asked.
07/06/2010 1:09 pm
Thanks, Joop. You're right.....
Mikhail's Historic Line models are a cut above. Thanks for the insight from B&G.
BTW, I'd like to congratulate you on some of the great NEO models you've chosen to release. Your subjects are well chosen, unusual and reminiscent of a long-neglected segment of automotive history. You manage to offer a tremendous amount of detail and great finish for a low price. With the likes of EMC and Ilario bracketed by your fine values, we collectors can't lose!
Keep up the good work!
07/06/2010 1:13 pm
I agree with Dick. If you look close enough you can always find..........
or I should say someone can always find something to complain about. Like Dick said, I say bring them on and I will buy what I like and can afford. In my opinion it is all good for the hobby and the collector. Spot On Ol Chap !! RANDY
07/06/2010 1:50 pm
John, does Joop have anything to do with Neo or are you thinking of Jaap van Dijk?
07/06/2010 1:52 pm
Not I have begun this ranking and comparison but it was very interesting to read. Thanks!
07/06/2010 3:00 pm
OOps...got my "o's" and "a's" mixed up! There go all my brownie points!