Interesting reading DG. I was researching a rare 1920,s meccano brochure I came across in my travels and stumbled across a privately run Meccano site in England which allowed individuals to post items for sale, discuss rare items etc. The site owner had his own items featured as well. It was very vibrant site with some interesting stuff going on. I,m not into Meccano ( except to sell the occasional find ) but spent an hour and a half going through it all.

  I also extensively googled my own ebay business when I was having troubles with unwanted attention. I couldnt find where the problems where coming from but was amazed at where my listings where ending up. There could have been several hundred listings that had found their way onto various club sales sites, discussion forums ( Aust. and overseas ) etc. If a website was to actively chase / advertise to the specialist club market it would be a great way to promote their items and website.