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Title: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 14 January 2011, 04:28:32 PM
Check out Hotlead.ca for info

Really looking forward to attending this year.
Will be the 2nd time I go!

I know Chairface and Sterling Moose will probably be attending but are any other LAFers attending?

Maybe we should wear buttons or something to distinguish ourselves?

I've heard that Chris the Model Maker sometimes attends. Does any one know who he is as I'd be interested in some of his terrain, if he brings any.
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Sterling Moose on 14 January 2011, 05:04:00 PM
Yep, we'll be there - on Bring & Buy duty as far as I know.
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: jamesmanto on 16 January 2011, 09:07:08 PM
Well I'll certainly be there too! :D

Glad you're enthused.

Chris the Model Maker isn't going to shows anymore as far as I've heard. He makes what he likes and sells it on eBay where he can get more money from rich American professionals than he can ever hope to get at a show.

He hasn't wanted a booth in a few years. Too bad.  :(
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: The Dozing Dragon on 17 January 2011, 02:28:30 AM
So jealous! Wrong side of the pond  :'(
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Burnt65 on 17 January 2011, 04:05:15 AM
I will be there!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 17 January 2011, 04:59:52 AM
It's going to be a great time!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 17 January 2011, 06:30:55 AM
@ James - that's too bad but I just snagged a Spanish settlement in Toronto so I'm good for scenery now.

@ Dozing Dragon - the "wrong" side of the pond?? Aren't there hobby shows like every other week in the UK?  ;)
Plus u don't have to convert $$ into pounds. LOL!!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 26 February 2011, 03:11:32 AM
Five weeks to go!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: jamesmanto on 26 February 2011, 10:40:08 PM
BOOYAH! :D
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 01 March 2011, 06:05:25 PM
The dealer's room line up is looking amazing! RAFM, North Bay Games and Hobbies, etc etc. There will be some fresh faces as well, and I'm looking forward to parting with some money.

Here is the website by the way:

http://www.hotlead.ca/
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 01 March 2011, 06:37:53 PM
Can't wait... ;D
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 01 March 2011, 08:22:05 PM
Can't wait... ;D

Me neither!

Just talked to the good folks at RAFM. It's not too late to put in an order for the show - they rarely bring everything that they stock, so if you're interested in something from the VSF or historical ranges shoot them an email.
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 12 March 2011, 02:51:12 AM
Two weeks from today!

My favourite part? The bring and buy! Always some fantastic stuff to be had:

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Saturday Morning Bring & Buy
Sale will run from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Items for sale can be dropped off at any time during the sale.
All non-sold items must be picked up by the seller no later than 5:30 p.m. on the day of the sale. Any items not picked up may be forfeit to the Hotlead Staff. If you need special arrangements, contact the Hotlead Staff and we should be able to accomodate you.
The Bring & Buy table will be staffed at all times.
An "asking price" must be specified by the seller at time of drop off. Please fill out the Bring and Buy Form and lable the items before dropping off. Click here for the Bring and Buy Form.
Asking price may be changed at any time during the day.
Items will be sold by assigned lot number and buyers will not know who the seller is.
10% of selling price will be held by Hotlead Committee for distribution as the Committee sees fit.
Only wargaming materials and wargaming reference materials will get space on the selling table. Decision to sell is at the discretion of Hotlead Staff.
Hotlead Staff reserve the right to refuse to sell any item or material at the Bring & Buy sale.
 

 
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 19 March 2011, 03:09:14 PM
1 Week away!!!
Soo excited...hopefully there will be pirates @ the bring and buy...
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: jamesmanto on 20 March 2011, 12:56:26 AM
There will be a pirate game on Friday night. :D I doubt Howard and Bruce will want to sell them though.

You can see some of the miniatures on my blog involved in a tavern brawl: http://rabbitsinmybasement.blogspot.com/2010/11/long-expected-party.html

Scroll way down to the bottom.

The air game, the VSF and the ACW games should be there too. :D

Just fired off the last batch of games to the web meister. 51 in total.

James
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Sterling Moose on 20 March 2011, 01:00:49 AM
Johno make sure you come and say Hi.  jamesmanto, me, chairface and burnt65 will all be there wearing staff red shirts so look out for us.

Sterling
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 20 March 2011, 03:30:06 PM
Pirates on Friday?....Ahhh....I'm only coming on Saturday  :'(

Ah well I'll scour the bring and buy for pirates and foundry SYW prussians
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: jamesmanto on 20 March 2011, 11:58:16 PM
Talk to Don Cameron at the Five Arrows books booth. He's a big tricorne era fan, he might have some SYW figures to sell.
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 22 March 2011, 02:01:06 PM
Thanks for the tip James
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 23 March 2011, 01:53:44 PM
Only two more sleeps!!!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 24 March 2011, 08:18:20 PM
One more sleep! 
For the people going for Friday!
2 more for me  :(
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Burnt65 on 24 March 2011, 08:46:40 PM
Double checking my list to make sure I remember everything!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Sterling Moose on 24 March 2011, 10:08:12 PM
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Double checking my list to make sure I remember everything!

You'll need a bus - I see you're running 3 games over the weekend.

3 games, 3 different periods and scales!!

Some people will do anything to avoid wearing the red shirt!!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Burnt65 on 24 March 2011, 10:09:37 PM
4 actually
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Sterling Moose on 24 March 2011, 10:20:50 PM
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4 actually

 :D I stand corrected  :D
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Will Bailie on 24 March 2011, 11:13:43 PM
It's a bit last minute, but I've finally confirmed that I can attend.  Is there a registration form somewhere on the website, or do I just show up?

W
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Sterling Moose on 24 March 2011, 11:42:16 PM
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Is there a registration form somewhere on the website, or do I just show up?

Hi Will, Yep just show up.

A bunch of LAFers will be there wearing red Hotlead staff shirts, and a bunch more running games!!  Look out for jamesmanto, Burnt65, chairface, Viper4Dan, hitman, me and probably a few others too!

Are you staying for the Colonial/VSF Bring & Battle on Sunday.
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Will Bailie on 25 March 2011, 12:02:28 AM
I'm hoping to get there around noon on Saturday, and stay through the Colonial/VSF game on Sunday.  Looking forward to meeting you guys!

W
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Burnt65 on 25 March 2011, 04:19:20 AM
That's fantastic!
See you then!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 25 March 2011, 04:22:16 AM
It's a bit last minute, but I've finally confirmed that I can attend.  Is there a registration form somewhere on the website, or do I just show up?

W

Hooray!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: jamesmanto on 25 March 2011, 01:07:53 PM
9 HOURS TO GO! :D

Gee, I guess I better get some of the details sorted out.... lol
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Chairface on 28 March 2011, 03:28:40 AM
And a good time was had by all! Good to meet you Johno. Sorry that the opportunity to chat a bit more wasn't there. And a pleasure to meet Will Bailie in the flesh as well. A great weekend!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Burnt65 on 28 March 2011, 03:38:30 AM
It was a great con!  Good friends, good games and good afters.
Doesn't really get any better than that!
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Johnno on 28 March 2011, 06:04:03 AM
Likewise Chairface!The convention was pretty full! Can't wait till next year!  :D
Title: Re: Hot Lead 2011
Post by: Will Bailie on 28 March 2011, 10:54:33 PM
Thanks to all for a great time - especially for Sunday morning's big VSF dustup. 

3 Cheers for Hot Lead!  Huzzah, huzzah, huzzah!

W