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PostSubject: Augusts Interview 2016 - Gunner Munro   Augusts Interview 2016 - Gunner Munro Icon_minitimeMon Aug 01, 2016 9:15 am

Name ?

Steve, Here I am with the most recent recruit my Grandson Ezra.

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Online name ?

Gunner. Its a nickname from back in the day when I was in the TA . This was what my work colleagues called me. I was Army barmy when I was kid ( My Nan used to live near the Bridging Camp at Littlesea , Dorset) and as all good 1960's minted kids I spent most of that decade reliving WW2 with airfix soldiers/'plane kits and of course AM ! I was going to join the regs but when I hit 15ish Gurrls & Punk Rock took over my interests. I ended up marrying Debbie ( see SKJ post) - Nah ! just kidding.. but did marry Wendy , ended up post Uni working for ICI . but I just had to scratch that Army itch , joined the TA Infantry - Mercians/Cheshires and spent 5.5 great years defending various woods in NW england against the evil Warsaw pact Laughing

Location ?

Northwich, Cheshire, via Weymouth, Dorest & Ulverston in Cumbria. I've lived in Cheshire since 1983, so I guess I'm an adopted "son of the Oak".

First Vam/Joe/Mam or 1/6 figure ?

This was my basic soldier , 1966. He is now N01 -all that remains is his head !

What was your favourite figure as a kid, and do you still own him?

Very difficult as there were various stages and as various VAM 'retired' battle injured. But I guess if you have to push me I would say its my Sailor. I got him as my last VAM of Xmas '71 ?- Unfortunately I can't recall his HMS station.
Here he is with Black...and yes thats Gunner 2.0 in the background via Thatsmyface.com!

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Favourite figure now ?

Can't call that - so all my child hood figures. I have them all - or rather bits - mainly just the heads.I've just to add a Tommy Gunn-I have my child hood ones head but its lost/temparily misplaced in the house some where. I also want a couple of Marx knights who, along with General Custer was part of the crew ( honary Action Men!)

Most desired item ?

I'm afraid there are several, but what would be really cool would be a Spartan APC. I missed that first time around and I think it looks cool. The Munrovian's could really kick some Dragonian butt with one of those Cool

What will you do with your collection as you get older ?

I will keep evolving it. I'm determined to enjoy this phase of my life. A very dear friend of mine passed away suddenly 2 years ago. So I'm thinkig "sod it ! Carpe Diem" and If I could put it too some good at the same time/ charity ? that would be good. I'm recently a Grandad - so would love to enthuse Ezra and the GK's as they come along Laughing

What does your wife/girlfriend/partner think of your collection/hobby?

Just asked -"I don't know what to think!" via a look & a raised eyebrow that says " just how old are you ??"

Do you set yourself a budget ?

every day I say just focus Steve, focus, finish one project first. Then I browse e-bay, see a post here or over on UAMHQ and before I know it parcels are arriving ! - Mrs M says " its like Xmas for you every day !"

Worst Vam/Joe/Mam or 1/6 figure ?

I like some of the MAM's but I really just don't get the bendy leg or solid arm versions, moulded helmets etc etc .
on the VAM side I'm really glad I missed out on the Intruder / ROM era.

Views on 40th reproductions ?

I missed out on this phase but can see it really helped regenerate the hobby and gave us access to a good supply of replacement parts and chance to own some sets we never did as Kids.

Worst item of the Vam/Joe/Mam or 1/6 range ?

Can't call that as in the end all the VAM/MAM stuff will be attached to someone's key cherished memories

Best thing about collecting Vam/Joe/Mam or 1/6 figures ?

Its really being creative, and reliving some childhood ambitions - I share with SKJ an uniformity itch. So to be able to build an army & give my childhood memories a good run out and then realise them is great!

Do you think your collection will be collectible in the future ?

I guess only by other enthusiasts.. but of all my current set the Missile Assault uniform is the most valuable and may retain some cache value in 20 years ?

If you did not collect Vam/Joe/Mam what would you collect ?

Hmm I've gone through various phases ( Re enactment after the TA, a bit of Warhammer40k/wargaming & 1/32nd scale modeling it would be something "military" - Commando books ?- I've got a complete Victor Annual collection Very Happy

What AM/Joe outfit or set would you like to have seen released?

Italian & here in the UK the Japanese SOTW. Me and my mate Brian Smith used to use german uniforms with a US helmet on backwards for the Italians !

Do you have a/What is your favourite section of AMMO?

I'm just getting used to and finding out whats on here . But at the moment the diaorma and kitbash sections are really fuelling my imagination

Why do you like AMMO ?

A bit like UAMHQ, I like the quality of the posts , the eclectic inclusive tone, friendly banter and the wealth and depth of knowledge- I can always find a starter for 10 on any question I have.
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Fantastic interview Steve! bounce bounce thanks for taking part! i am positive that No.1 & Black will be firm favs with members too cheers cheers cheers
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I really really liked reading your interview Gunner.

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nice read and its good to put a face to the name gunner

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Great interview Gunner !

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PostSubject: Re: Augusts Interview 2016 - Gunner Munro   Augusts Interview 2016 - Gunner Munro Icon_minitimeMon Aug 01, 2016 5:55 pm

Fantastic interview Steve.

It's always good when another 'Player' joins our ranks and you have a really infectious enthusiasm for the hobby that makes all your posts so interesting.

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Great interview Steve! Keep those parcels coming through the door mate lol!

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Excellent interview!

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 I'm really glad I missed out on the Intruder / ROM era.




Yeh... we all say that at the start. .. then it takes hold... affraid




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Nice interview and great to see much loved childhood VAM out and being loved once again! Grandson looks well loved too, one chuffed granddad there! Very Happy

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Great interview, Gunner!

Nice to get to know you better.

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Very interesting interview Gunner , well done Very Happy

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PostSubject: Thanks for the warm welcome    Augusts Interview 2016 - Gunner Munro Icon_minitimeTue Aug 09, 2016 11:43 am

Hi Folks
glad you like the interview. If you need to know more just ask  Very Happy

I've realised as I've got older ( and via my Radio listening habits ) I'm defiantly nostalgic for the 1970's & 1980's

But only the good bits ... 

  • the Summer of '76 - what a sorcher ..
  • The start of Punk Rock  Very Happy- but now I'm also enjoying Fleetwood Mack and the Muse (!?)
  • Long lazy Summer Hols with my Nan in Wyke Regis , Near Weymouth.
  • Massive VAM expeditions with the other kids in Campfield Road in Ulverston.( all first Familes into the road 1968-1972)
  • Getting married to Wendy my wife & having my two Lads Adam & Mike
  • & the birth of the internet ...& e-bay ...(blessing or a curse?  lol!)


But then again look at the fun I'm having right now . Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy Grandson to play Action Man with  Cool

Looking forward to getting to know more of you over the coming months  cheers cheers cheers
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Great stuff Steve!

I loved the 70's, it was my era growing up.

Planet of the Apes, Starsky and Hutch, Star Trek re runs, Mego figures, Marx Lone Ranger figures, Star Wars movie and figures and of course VAM!!


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Beatlefan wrote:
Great stuff Steve!

I loved the 70's, it was my era growing up.

Planet of the Apes, Starsky and Hutch, Star Trek re runs, Mego figures, Marx Lone Ranger figures, Star Wars movie and figures and of course VAM!!


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Beatlefan wrote:
Great stuff Steve!

I loved the 70's, it was my era growing up.

Planet of the Apes, Starsky and Hutch, Star Trek re runs, Mego figures, Marx Lone Ranger figures, Star Wars movie and figures and of course VAM!!

it was fun growing up then wasnt it

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Long hair, bell bottoms, tie-dye and black light posters!!!

and G. I. Joe!!!
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