Warman's Matchbox Field Guide: Values and Identification (Warmans Field Guide) [Paperback]

Tom Larson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 31, 2008

• Matchbox cars are only second to Hot Wheels in popularity
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  Features unique index to help you locate fellow Matchbox collectors
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  Small package allows you access to information while you're on the got

For a collector with a passion for pocket-sized racers, access to updated pricing and photos of your favorite "compact cars," along with the tools to make the most of every collecting opportunity is a collecting essential. Compact and organized, with listings for a variety of cars, this book allows you access to details while you're at a show, or in the hobby shop. With price listings for each car, collector advice, and contact information for hundreds of groups and associations, this small-size guide truly represents the idea that great things come in small packages.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Tom Larson is a respected and experienced collector, with more than thirty years of Matchbox interest, and more than 2,500 cars in his collection. He also chairs the Matchbox Northwest Collector's Club.

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications; 2 edition (March 31, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896896676
• ISBN-13: 978-0896896673
• Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 4.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #441,306 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #70 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Transportation

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Little Book on Matchbox, November 18, 2006

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This review is from: Warman's Matchbox Field Guide: Values And Identification (Warman's Field Guides Matchbox: Values & Identification) (Paperback)

It's hard to believe that so much information is packed into such a little book. It's the big little book for Matchbook collectors. The photo quality in this book is second to none. Although the prices of these gems are always in flux, it is great to have an updated price guide. The history, collecting tips and listing of online resources contained in the book are treasures in and of themselves.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Guide--very handy and helpful, July 4, 2006

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Midwest Matchbox Collector (Midwest USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Warman's Matchbox Field Guide: Values And Identification (Warman's Field Guides Matchbox: Values & Identification) (Paperback)

Most Matchbox guide books are encyclopedic in size. This is the first one I've found that is easy to take with you to toy shows, garage sales, and flea markets. The photos in the book are outstanding. The helpful collecting tips are well-written and are sound advice for collectors. All in all, I'm very pleased to recommend this book. Mine already has considerable wear, and I'll probably be needing another one by Christmas (hint to family)!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MATCHBOX COLLECTOR, May 19, 2006

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Mickey Kosko (Sammamish, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Warman's Matchbox Field Guide: Values And Identification (Warman's Field Guides Matchbox: Values & Identification) (Paperback)

This is one fine little book. The pictures are superb and the text is short and concise. This book would work well for the seasoned collector as well as a collector that is new to Matchbox.