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07-10-2008, 09:40 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2007 27' Safari FB SE
Tracy
, California
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 321
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Model of Airstream
I am looking for an Airstream gift for my wife. I 6-12 inch model that could go on her desk. We already have 2 of the Hallmark ornaments but I am looking for something more detailed. Any ideas out there?
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07-10-2008, 10:21 PM
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Rivet Master  Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by altamont
I am looking for an Airstream gift for my wife. I 6-12 inch model that could go on her desk. We already have 2 of the Hallmark ornaments but I am looking for something more detailed. Any ideas out there?
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Why not get her the model of the first vintage Airstream, which is a collectors item.
They are hard to come by, and expect to pay at least $200.00 to $300.00 for one, if your lucky enough to find one.
The roof even comes off, so that you can easily see all the furniture in it, as well, as an example, of the reefer doors opening.
The entrance door opens, the jack works and the footstep can be extended as well.
Andy
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07-10-2008, 10:28 PM
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
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I've been looking for one of these! Let me know if you come across one. 
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07-10-2008, 11:46 PM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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They were made by Franklin mint.
I bought one of the first ones that were available.
You can see me holding it in the photo of me in our web site.
Andy
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07-11-2008, 08:01 AM
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4 Rivet Member
2007 27' Safari FB SE
Tracy
, California
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 321
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
They were made by Franklin mint.
I bought one of the first ones that were available.
You can see me holding it in the photo of me in our web site.
Andy
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OK Andy, where do I get one??
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07-11-2008, 09:09 AM
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Rivet Master
2005 28' Safari S/O
Paradise
, California
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"THE OLDER I GET, THE BETTER I WAS"
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07-11-2008, 09:25 AM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by altamont
OK Andy, where do I get one??
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The only vintage model was made by Franklin mint, on a limited basis.
You can sometimes find them on E-bay.
They originally sold for $200.00, but I have seen them priced up tp $600.00.
How much to pay, I guess, depends on how bad you want one.
They are extremely well made.
At least for now, I don't wish to sell mine, since I want to modify it so that it has active clearance and tail lights.
That would make mine a real prize.
Andy
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07-11-2008, 11:43 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
They were made by Franklin mint.
I bought one of the first ones that were available.
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Yours is so old, I'll bet it needs new axles by now...do they make replacement Henschens for it?
Shari 
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07-11-2008, 12:05 PM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,707
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I just picked one up at the WBCCI International Rally swap meet ~ wooohoo! The older gentleman had won it as a door prize at the Florida Sate Rally a couple of years ago and it hadn't even been opened...all the little pieces were in their original wrappers and double layered boxes. Pretty cool!
FWIW...there was one on ebay that just closed, no box...but a good price. $207.50
 Franklin Mint Model Airstream
Shari 
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07-11-2008, 12:06 PM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by InsideOut
Yours is so old, I'll bet it needs new axles by now...do they make replacement Henschens for it?
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Yeah, Henschen axles are still available for the models, and my model has been sitting for so long that the rubber rods gave out.
The AC needs attention and the window gasket replacements are in order too. 
But the paint job and furniture all look brand new. 
Andy
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07-11-2008, 05:27 PM
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Rivet Master
Moncton
, New Brunswick Canada
Join Date: Jul 2006
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Diecast.com (Cars mainly, but they are expanding... check it out)
Not original, but true to specs, 2 models- weathered and new. They sell Franklin Mint items, but I don't remember if the Airsteam models were produced there. Sorry, catalogue is at Hubbys shop.
Hope it helps!
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07-11-2008, 06:44 PM
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Rivet Master Commercial Member
1954 22' Safari
Deerfield
, Illinois
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 1,419
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I have one of the heavy, models with working rubber wheels - based on a 50's Flying Cloud from Pottery Barn. Discontinued years ago, but mine's in great shape. I'm looking for about what I spent, which I think was $50. Lemmie know if anybody's interested!
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07-11-2008, 08:06 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
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Got this one on our Train layout
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07-12-2008, 05:54 AM
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Rivet Master
1963 26' Overlander
Austin
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 2,640
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
Yeah, Henschen axles are still available for the models, and my model has been sitting for so long that the rubber rods gave out.
The AC needs attention and the window gasket replacements are in order too.
But the paint job and furniture all look brand new.
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Andy, please be sure to balance the running gear on that thing.
-Marcus
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07-12-2008, 08:34 AM
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Rivet Master Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by utee94
Andy, please be sure to balance the running gear on that thing.
-Marcus
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Did that a long time ago.
But I am having trouble with that $3000.00 hitch.
Andy
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07-17-2008, 09:05 PM
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Rivet Master
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,025
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Airstream Model
Really a great model!
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