I just received some fantastic detailed photos of the Otis Shovel that the Historical Construction Equipment Association is selling as a fundraiser. Just so you know, DHS was instrumental in getting this model made. We introduced Larry and the gang at the HCEA to TWH at the HCEA's show a few years back. TWH agreed to take this project through their BIG IRON factory. (This is the same factory that produced the Bucyrus 8750 Dragline Models). The factory produced only the metal parts and shipped them to TWH.
This model is actually completely assembled and all of the wood is cut and installed here in the USA. The model is basically hand-crafted individually and the detail that has come of this process is way better than we even imagined. You can see from the photos that this model is AMAZING!
Interesting bit of info re: the Otis Shovel:
- This was the very first excavating machine manufactured.
- It is actually part of the logo of the HCEA.
- The original cost of the real machine was $4500.
- The cost of the scale model is actually $4500.
- The model is a fundraiser and all of the money goes to the HCEA to promote their very own scale model program.
- Only 70 of these machines will be made.
- DHS does not make a dime from the sale of these machines.
- They are now available from your favorite model dealer as the HCEA has sanctioned a dealer program.
Tell your dealer that you want one and they will get it for you!
Here is a link for more Otis Information: Otis Shovel Info - Wiki
You need to order this one as soon as you can! See part number HC001 on the DHS main page at: Otis Model at DHS
All for now -
Chuck
