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Here on the forum there has been continuing mention of the scale variations of diecast models. I can only speak to I/24 scale as that is the only scale I collect, mostly Mint, Welly, Maisto, and BBurago. I once thought the makers built to what I will call "box scale" meaning the model should look good in a window box. I know there has been a lot of change in the diecast industry such as the demise of the Franklin and Danbury Mint brands, transition of BBurago from Italy to China, the combined ownership and location of Maisto and BBurago and the realistic box labeling of Welly as 1/27 - 1/24 and the invasion of JADA into the market. I have seen a big improvement in BBurago, fallen in love with $9.99 drug store Wellys and Maistos, and the abundance of Ferraris and Porsches. I guess where I am going with this is what are the diecast product planners and designers thinking when they make product size decisions? I doubt it is mathematics, maybe access to 1:1 examples other than photos, or is it the influences of the intended market, i.e. JADA movie and TV models. I sure wish there was a diecast industry insider who could enlighten us or maybe some of you have seen or are aware of articles or threads you could share with us on other sites which address this topic. Your comments and insights would be appreciated.