Toys | Fifty Four and Counting

Tamiya Subaru Impreza WRX STi 24Hr Nurburgring kit – A great RC kit, with a satisfying finish

For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingMarch 18, 2023

Following my posts over the years, you’ll know I love radio-controlled anything. I have drones, helicopters, a plane, a boat, a lorry and finally, a rally car! The Tamiya Subaru WRX kit uses the TT02 chassis for those that understand these things… I’m not well up on the differences, but by researching forums, it became…

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For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingJuly 2, 2021

A Wooden Dolls House, Petite Amélie – What every child wishes for

As a grandfather with five grandchildren, my imagination runs wild when I think of the various stages in a child’s life.…

For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingNovember 25, 2020

Lisbon and its famous Tram – A model worth building

When I was a little boy my late father took the family on a cruise. I remember visiting various European destinations.…

For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingAugust 6, 2020

Being the Grandfather I never had

I never knew either of my grandfathers, both sadly died before I was born in 1961. My father’s family were from…

For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingJanuary 31, 2018

Aedes ars Medieval Village model kit – Keeps you occupied with a real challenge

I thought I’d share with you a model kit that I started building months ago. I’ve been challenged by the largest…

For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingAugust 3, 2017

Lego Technic Claas Xerion, almost 2000 pieces suitable for Grandpas!

I’m still a big kid at heart and used to love building kits, making things, models, Meccano and Lego. Loved all…