It’s a relatively new blog (it only has three entries, and all from September 2006), but the History Man shows some promise in showcasing his collection and expounding on the topic of collecting Straits Settlements Stamps:

Why Collect Straits Settlement Stamps ?

There are literally hundreds of interesting geographic areas that stamp collectors refer to as dead countries. While the name may imply a collecting area that isn’t active, the truth of the matter is that dead countries are often rich with possibilities. They can provide some very satisfying stamp collecting opportunities.

What is a dead country? Any area that has ceased existence and no longer produces postage stamps is looked upon by collectors as a dead country. One example of the hundreds of dead countries is Straits Settlements. A former British colony, the Straits Settlements were actually a number of smaller widely scattered areas on the west side of the Malay Peninsula, including Singapore, Penang, and a place with the unusual name of Dindings.