I just got my latest Danbury Mint model, a 1956 Buick Roadmaster Riviera. As per usual, DM's detail and quality is absolutely second to none... this model is gorgeous! Well worth the price and then some.
But this isn't a commercial for DM.
As I was looking over the model, a thought struck me: DM uses "real" hood hinges in all of their newly-tooled models. That is, they are "scissor-type" hinges, with operational tension springs... and they really work (and look) exactly like the 1/1 hinges do. Check out this photo:
So I'm thinking... wouldn't this be a cool aftermarket product? I think a lot of people would be interested in a pair of such detailed, functioning hinges. If DM can do it, so can anyone else, right?
I mean... we already have detailed pre-wired distributors... photoetched detail sets... seat belt hardware, battery clamps, braided hose, etc., etc. Who is going to step up and be the first to offer fully functional, real scale hood hinges?
Any takers?