Here is some background information on some of our key manufacturers. All models are hand-built from a white-metal alloy as described in another section of the website. 43RD AVENUE from MILESTONE MINIATURES: 43RD Avenue produces an interesting range of model cars in different collectible series. 43RD Avenue is based on England and is daring enough to re-create cars that no one else has. BROOKLIN : Brooklin Models is one of the world's leading manufacturers of 1:43 scale, collectible white metal model automobiles and trucks. Dollar for dollar, Brooklin is the best value in white-metal models. MOTOR CITY U.S.A. THE premier manufacturer of white-metal collectible models. Motor City has the reputation for building the most highly detailed and accurate 1:43 scale model cars in the world. The models are crafted in the U.S.A. Motor City's divisions include Motor City (the top of the line) U.S.A Models, American Models and Design Studio. All models are made in extremely limited quantities. SMTS: Founded in 1983, SMTS is based in England. We are excited to offer SMTS' complete line of Trans Am race cars driven by some of the most famous drivers. US MODEL MINT: The "youngest" of the white-metal manufacturers, U.S. Model Mint does an interesting assortment of both cars and trucks. The company tackles subject matter that no one else has addressed with outstanding craftsmanship. The models are manufacturered in England. WESTERN MODELS: Western was founded in 1974 and is based in England. Western has the largest selection of classic American cars from the 1930s through the 1970s. Their models have excellent detail and workmanship.