Diecast Toy Aircraft: An International Guide, Sue Richardson — 1st Edition

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Diecast Toy Aircraft: An International Guide, Sue Richardson — 1st Edition

Name: Diecast Toy Aircraft: An International Guide, Sue Richardson — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4861
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Publication: London, New Cavendish Books, 1997

Formatting: 4to, pp. 320.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The publisher’s original blue cloth binding remains firm, tight, and square, retaining deep, vivid colour and bright, unoxidised silver tooling to both the spine and front board. The corners are sharp, and the spine ends show only trivial pushing. Internally, the text block is exceptionally clean, crisp, and bright throughout, free from any foxing, previous ownership markings, or blemishes. The unclipped printed dust jacket is similarly well-preserved, exhibiting excellent colour saturation and gloss, though it bears minor edgewear and a few small creases and nicks along the bottom margin of the front panel, alongside the light surface rubbing typical of glossy jackets.

Catalogue Note: First edition. Profusely illustrated with 394 full-colour photographs detailing hundreds of diecast planes and helicopters in plan view and side elevation. Richardson's authoritative guide remains a standard reference for aviation toy collectors, covering variations, dates, and comprehensive listings across numerous manufacturers.

A definitive and comprehensive reference work for toy collectors, Diecast Toy Aircraft: An International Guide meticulously catalogues the rich history of miniature aviation. Featuring hundreds of brilliantly photographed models from around the globe, Sue Richardson’s expert text guides both novices and seasoned enthusiasts through the nuances of casting variations, colour combinations, and historical manufacturer details, celebrating the golden era of diecast production.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Sue Richardson

Book Publisher: New Cavendish Books

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Leisure, Crafts & Hobbies

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 320

Book Publication Year: 1997

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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