This week we’ve been getting a new look into SPECTRE with this new featurette and Daniel Craig’s James Bond getting his skiing groove on in the snow. Bond has a number of iconic looks but an unforgettable feature is definitely the classic Aston Martin DB5, which first appeared in 1964’s GOLDFINGER and then returned in THUNDERBALL, GOLDENEYE, TOMORROW NEVER DIES, CASINO ROYALE and SKYFALL.
In 1965, it also peaked in popularity because Corgi launched a collectible version for film fans and their small scale version sold over 6,000,000 models, plus they won the first ever ‘Toy of the Year’ award. In fact, after the GOLDFINGER, starring Sean Connery, Corgi began its decades-long relationship with the Bond franchise producing many different models, including a gold Aston Martin DB5 1:46 scale model complete with retractable machine guns, ejector seat and rear bullet screen. Why wouldn’t you want your own little version, it’s immense!
Now, 50 years later, Hornby have unveiled a fully featured re-issue of the Corgi original DB5 and we’ve got a few pictures to share with you, including it’s really impressive retro styled anniversary box:
There are also been a limited number of special edition gold and silver models produced to celebrate the 50th anniversary milestone and available out there right now. Check out more from our London Toy Fair feature.
SPECTRE opens in the UK and Ireland on 23rd October and across the world from 4th November.
Dan loves writing, film, music and photography. Originally from Devon, he did London for 4 years and now resides in Exeter. He also has a mild obsession with squirrels and cake. The latter being more of a hobby. Favourite movies include HIGH FIDELITY, ALMOST FAMOUS, ROXANNE, GOOD WILL HUNTING, JURASSIC PARK, too many Steve Martin films and Nolan's BATMAN universe. He can also be found on www.twitter.com/danbullock
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