July 4, 2008 Latest News

The Code 3 staff wishes you a very happy 4th of July holiday and asks that you might take a few moments to remember and reflect upon those who are in uniform protecting us and the freedoms we hold so dear!

Typically, this post identifies the new releases on tap for Code 3 Collectibles and I hope I have prepared you for the fact that it will not happen as we initially planned. Previously, I have tried my best to explain the host of situations causing disruptions in the established production schedule and I hope you understand our challenges. However, tools are now in place, test shots reviewed and all that remains is getting the production schedule back on track.

Until we make it back to that track, though, it was determined that until a definitive date for our next release is established that we would hold back on any announcement. But, we have provided a little preview for Club members in the Club Workshop.

It would be much easier and more enjoyable to announce both new releases and identify new models under development but, as I’ve mentioned before, raising false hopes with erroneous information frustrates me and, even more importantly, you.

I do feel confident that future models, re-releases or new molds, will be excellent and hopefully well received by the Code 3 collector base. A host of unique items and approaches are in the pipeline and I believe the current hiccup will turn into an even better line of replicas.

Enjoy this very special holiday and reflect on the many gifts we share—including the liberty to voice our opinions openly and freely.

LIBERTY

Here in the harbor, made famous by her very existence

Stands a lady, polished by a new American pride...

And her name is Liberty.

She holds a torch ignited by the flame of love,

And from her raised hand and her gentle eyes

She offers a blessing of reassurance with silent lips:

"Give me your weary, your dreamless, your hopeless,

Those who have lost faith in themselves and our country.

Send these, the embittered, to me.

I am living proof of what a nation of people can do,

When they believe, when they commit, when they join hearts.

I lift my torch beside the door that remains open,

A golden opportunity for all who enter,

When the hope is peace

And the reason is freedom for all."

poem by Judith A.Lindberg

John H. Dunkel

INTRODUCING THE INCREDIBLE FDNY SQUAD 61 - SOLD OUT

Squad 61's rescue-pumper was the first Seagrave Commander II series apparatus in FDNY. This apparatus was donated to the FDNY by the management and employees of Seagrave Fire Apparatus of Clintonville, Wisconsin. The Seagrave employees sponsored various fund raising events to help defer the cost of this vehicle. The 2003 rescue-pumper, which carries FDNY registration number SP03016, was assigned to Squad Company 61 on December 17, 2003. In a special ceremony at the FDNY Fire Academy on Randall's Island, it was presented to the Fire Commissioner, the Chief of Department, and the captain, lieutenants and firefighters of Squad 61, by the President of Seagrave.

ONE OF THE BUSIEST LADDERS IN NEW YORK

FDNY Ladder Company 43

Ladder Co. 43 was originally known as Hook and Ladder 43 and was organized on November 27, 1913, in a big three door firehouse at 240-244 East 111th Street, in a section of upper Manhattan known as East Harlem. They shared those quarters with Engine Company 91, who are still located there. Their first apparatus was a 1913 American LaFrance 65 foot aerial, one of the very first motorized aerials in FDNY. On February 1, 1974, Ladder Company 43 moved to a new fire station a few blocks away, at 1836 Third Avenue, which they share with Engine Company 53. Their first alarm area consists mainly of old tenements, plus several high-rise housing projects, hospitals and numerous retail stores. They have been one of the busiest FDNY ladder companies for many years.

A HIGH PRESSURE RELEASE FOR APRIL

Annandale, VA 2004 Pierce Quantum

Annandale Volunteer Fire Department, part of the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, was founded in 1940.

Annandale Virginia Engine 408, with its unique shade of red, is another model that Code 3 Collectibles has invested heavily in tooling modifications to produce this accurate replica of the Annandale Engine. Visiting this Department was a real treat as I was able to view the truck first hand and check the many details that would be included in the model. I also saw first hand the pride the Fire Fighters of this Department take in their equipment and in their job!

JUST COMING OFF THE PRODUCTION LINE!

A special model that screams detail -
Fairfax County, VA Pierce Dash Engine

One of the very dedicated Firefighters from this Company was diligent in making this machine happen. Every detail was photographed and checked by Eric Forbach to assure that the model was “dead on” to the real thing. This is one not to miss and we are sure it won’t last long. I saw it on the production line, being handled in the “clean room (air controlled area to assure no dust in the paint) by line workers with white gloves. How is that for treatment? Get it on order today!

Fairfax Virginia -2005 Pierce Dash Engine 440 operates out of the largest Fire and Rescue station in Fairfax County at over 24,000 sq. ft. 1500 GPM pumper with 625 gallon water tank and a 40 gallon foam tank. Detroit Diesel series 60, 425 HP Allison 4000 EVS transmission. Engine 440 call volume for calendar year 2007: 1468

MORE MODELS IN STOCK AND READY TO SHIP

#12778 1/64 Palm Beach Gardens, FL Pierce Quantum Pumper

#12808 1/64 St. Patrick's Boston E-One Cyclone Pumper

#12996 1/32 Chicago Luverne Pumper - Diamond Plate

#12990 1/32 FDNY Seagrave Ladder 10

#12847 1/64 Boston E-One Rear Mount Ladder 25

#12854 1/64 FDNY Seagrave Rear Mount Ladder 24

Next update: Friday, July 11, 2008