Meet Mac Ragan, Diecast Collector, Historian (and Industry Icon)
Over the past couple of months, hobbyDB has been featuring the stories of some of the folks who bring you the diecast cars you know and love. Mac Ragan is well-known for his work in the diecast vehicle...
View ArticleHot Dog! You’ll Relish These Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Collectibles
Hey, kids! Do you relish the opportunity for a job that lets you ketchup in your career? Oscar Mayer is looking for Wienermobile drivers, but only if you can cut the mustard! Okay, terrible buns… er,...
View ArticleA New Volvo Model Database
Musings By Joschik Christian Braun obsesses over collectibles, models and toys more than the average person, but (he believes) in a productive way. Documenting collectibles has been a passion since...
View ArticleImages on hobbyDB – the current Plan & Philosophy
We believe the more images the better for a research tool like hobbyDB! Here are some ideas on how we would ideally like to show them (and as always please share your thoughts and feedback in the...
View ArticleMeet Tim Bruckner, DC Action Figure and Statue Artist
Recently hobbyDB brought you the stories of some of the designers of Matchbox cars from the early 2000s. You all thought it was fascinating to learn of the people and processes behind some of our...
View ArticleWe’ve officially reached 95% of our Crowdfunding target!
Throughout our crowdfunding journey, we’ve spoken to collectors from all over the world to understand what they want in their all-in-one collection management tool. Whether it be researching a...
View Article11 Wandering Tribes – Lost, Living, Exploring in Space
With Captain Picard about to head off on another voyage into space, it seems like a good time to think about other space travelers. More specifically, let’s think about those wanderers who live in...
View ArticleSaying good-bye to Gemr
Over the years, different collectible companies have emerged with the goal of helping the collector community. One of the coolest parts about being a part of this community, is that you get to know the...
View ArticleA Collection of 10 of the World’s Largest Collections
One comment we at hobbyDB hear a lot is “do you get to play with toys all day?” (The answer, sadly is no.) Another is “you must have the world’s largest collections of (Hot Wheels, Funko Pops, video...
View ArticleTim Bruckner, Man of DC Action Figures!
A couple weeks ago we introduced you to Tim Bruckner, who spent about 20 years sculpting DC action figures and statues for DC Direct (now known as DC Entertainment) and other companies. We barely...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Poser: DC Sculptor Tim Bruckner Captured Iconic Moments
A few weeks ago we introduced you to Tim Bruckner, who spent about 20 years sculpting action figures and statues for DC Direct (now known as DC Entertainment). As his career there evolved, he spent...
View ArticleWreck Royale Vehicles Are Smashing Good Fun
In 1970, Kenner’s SSP Smash-Up Derby toys crashed their way into the rec rooms of kids everywhere, inspiring good, wholesome vehicular violence (you remember the jingle, right?). Fifty years hence,...
View ArticleTalking to Josh & Mike from Talk’n Pops about Funko and Collecting in general
Christian recently spoke to Josh and Mike for their Podcast that has been going forever, covering Funko Pops and some other subjects. You will find this particular episode here. Or you can listen to...
View ArticleMeet hobbyDB’s Newest Backers! Part 1; Industry Insiders!
We’re thrilled to have so many new shareholders from so many different walks of life! Some are site super-users, others are people who have worked in the collectibles industry for years and love what...
View ArticlehobbyDB Featured on CNN
Ever wonder the lengths to which people collect? How about banana labels or sugar packets? Over the weekend, our CEO Christian Braun offered some expert advice to CNN reporter Fernando Alfonso III....
View ArticleLast Chance to Get Your Hands on RARE DC Comics Paint Masters & Tool Parts!
As much of the collectibles world heads towards 3-D modeling and prototyping, the traditional way of producing character models is quickly becoming a lost art. In the past, artists would sculpt their...
View ArticleCounterfeits, Fakes, Imitations, Unlicensed – the Bad Boyz of the Collectible...
For some collectors, these are the subject of what they collect, for others the cause of much financial and emotional pain. In particular new collectors are often taken for a ride and if your...
View ArticleHere’s Another Collection of the World’s Largest Collections
We recently shared a large collection of the world’s largest collections, ranging from diecast cars, Funko Pop figures, and James Bond memorabilia. In each case, hobbyDB has a pretty good start on...
View ArticleNew Filters offer Collectors many more possibilities using the hobbyDB database
Now you can use a new filter to either see which items are in your wish list, or exclude items that are already in your wish list within your hobbyDB search results. This new filter compliments the...
View ArticleA message from the hobbyDB Founders
We want to thank you again for your trust in hobbyDB and what we are working on to achieve. On behalf of our entire team, we are wishing you all safety and wellness, especially during these uncertain...
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