Recently, our web hosting solution modified the way in which web site administrators can view their customer accounts. In keeping with current industry standards, administrators are no longer able to view a customer’s online password. If you experience any issues logging into your account, please contact us via email or by phone and we will reset your account and provide you with a temporary password. Once logged in, you can then reset your password to whatever you like.
Earlier this week, in conjunction with a rate hike by the US Postal Service, a number of important changes were made by the USPS to the way they handle parcels. To begin with, they have eliminated the Parcel Post and First Class domestic rates and combined them into a new level of service called USPS Standard. Essentially, this service is still cheaper than Priority Mail shipping and on a par with UPS ground service. Furthermore, they have done away with the green delivery confirmation labels that were affixed to the outside of the box. Now, a second white mailing strip is being affixed by the USPS to the box that contains an automatically generated tracking number. This means we cannot enter the tracking information for a shippable order until our return from the Post Office.
In light of the recent changes to the usage of credit cards, we thought it important to point out that we do not pass along a surcharge for credit card transactions. Under the terms of a $7.2 billion settlement reached last summer between credit card companies and merchants, merchants in some states could impose a surcharge on customers paying by credit card. This is both illegal in the state of New York, where we are located, and, from our standpoint, morally and ethically reprehensible. You may want to check with whomever you do business with to determine their credit card policy.
Thus far, Corgi has remained mum concerning the incorporation of a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress into their 2013 Aviation Archive program. However, that may soon change, as they have just added an intriguing post to their Tumblr page that could portend its use as a subject replica. According to the feed, Corgi stumbled upon a fascinating story involving a B-17 named ‘Ye Old Pub’, that was savaged by German aerial attacks over western Europe. Instead of finishing off the stricken plane, a chivalrous Luftwaffe pilot examined then escorted the plane to the North Sea in an attempt to steer it back home to England.
You can find more information on the tale here: http://corgi.tumblr.com/post/40628115507/a-higher-call-amazing-story-charles-brown-was-a
Thus far, Corgi has remained mum concerning the incorporation of a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress into their 2013 Aviation Archive program. However, that may soon change, as they have just added an intriguing post to their Tumblr page that could portend its use as a subject replica. According to the feed, Corgi stumbled upon a fascinating story involving a B-17 named ‘Ye Old Pub’, that was savaged by German aerial attacks over western Europe. Instead of finishing off the stricken plane, a chivalrous Luftwaffe pilot examined then escorted the plane to the North Sea in an attempt to steer it back home to England.
You can find more information on the tale here: http://corgi.tumblr.com/post/40628115507/a-higher-call-amazing-story-charles-brown-was-a
Wargaming.net, makers of the wildly popular MMO World of Tanks, as well as the upcoming World of Warplanes and World of Warships, has revamped its website, which now includes a multimedia presentation discussing its plans for the forseeable future. According to the marketing material, the three games will eventually be playable under one gaming roof, which will include a transferable economic model, secure identification system, and other features not previously available to players. For more information, we recommend checking out this video, or by visiting their web site, www.wargaming.net.
Wargaming.net, makers of the wildly popular MMO World of Tanks, as well as the upcoming World of Warplanes and World of Warships, has revamped its website, which now includes a multimedia presentation discussing its plans for the forseeable future. According to the marketing material, the three games will eventually be playable under one gaming roof, which will include a transferable economic model, secure identification system, and other features not previously available to players. For more information, we recommend checking out this video, or by visiting their web site, www.wargaming.net.
The Champaign Aviation Museum in Urbana, Ohio, is looking for volunteers to help them restore a Boeing B-17 heavy bomber. nicknamed “Champaign Lady”, to pristine condition. Seven years into the project, the restorers are looking for extra pairs of hands — with or without a “Rosie the Riveter” skill set — to turn their labor of love into the sixteenth airworthy Flying Fortress. For more information on the project, visit this link:
Foregoing its January shipment, Unimax, the makers of the wildly popular Forces of Valor military series, has indicated that their next batch of product will be coming in February. Several important reintroductions are among the mix, including a 1:32 scale replica of a US 105mm Field Howitzer M2A1 with crewmen (UNI81013). Look for further details concerning these items as well as some of their newest 2013 releases to be announced at the upcoming Toy Fair held in New York City.
Foregoing its January shipment, Unimax, the makers of the wildly popular Forces of Valor military series, has indicated that their next batch of product will be coming in February. Several important reintroductions are among the mix, including a 1:32 scale replica of a US 105mm Field Howitzer M2A1 with crewmen (UNI81013). Look for further details concerning these items as well as some of their newest 2013 releases to be announced at the upcoming Toy Fair held in New York City.
