shop recommendation

brbluewill · November 27, 2011, 10:47:02 PM

been a while since i shopped online for model bits and bobs and i am looking to purchase track/points.could you recommend a good online retailer who's mail order is reliable

davieb · November 27, 2011, 10:55:32 PM

hi will

i have never bought online but according to many you cant beat Hattons

i go to their shop as it is not that far away and always get good service if it's not in the shop but in the warehouse they will post it out to you the same day

dave

Tank · November 27, 2011, 10:57:27 PM

Yes, Hattons, Rails of Sheffield....lots of them are good and competitive in price as well.

brbluewill · November 27, 2011, 10:59:01 PM

cheers guys

zwilnik · November 27, 2011, 11:25:29 PM

I'd also recommend Osborn Models. Especially good for limited edition GWR stuff.

Bought from both Hattons and Antics in the past too with no problems.

Lawrence · November 28, 2011, 08:26:13 AM

Alternatively, Macs models are up in Kirrie (bloomin pricey though!)or if you are down Dundee way pop in and see Gus at Invergowrie Model Centre - not a huge stock but always has some stuff in might be worth a call first just to check

cookiescrumble · November 28, 2011, 08:48:01 AM

I've used Hattons and the Kernow Model Centre with no problems whatsoever! I've had mixed experiences with Rails of Sheffield.

Pengi · November 28, 2011, 08:56:42 AM

I've used Kernow, Hattons, Gaugemaster - all are excellent. As I am using Kato Unitrack, I can also recommend the excellent Train Trax (Kato only) and PlazaJapan.

brbluewill · November 28, 2011, 10:30:35 AM

Quote from: Lawrence on November 28, 2011, 08:26:13 AM
Alternatively, Macs models are up in Kirrie (bloomin pricey though!)or if you are down Dundee way pop in and see Gus at Invergowrie Model Centre - not a huge stock but always has some stuff in might be worth a call first just to check

yes i know gus always good for a cuppy and biscuit ;Dbut as you say limited stock :(what is scoonie hobbies in kirkcaldy like these days as i'm often through there for fishing?

now ordered track and point motors and a few extra bits and bobs from hattons :thumbsup:just don't tell the missus what it costs

OwL · November 28, 2011, 10:34:03 AM

Definately Hattons, I have also used the signal box of Rochester, these guys are good and occasionally have good bargains on their site

Lawrence · November 28, 2011, 10:41:25 AM

Went into scoonie about a year ago (it used to be my local shop back in the days when it was on the corner) and they told me there wasn't much call for N gauge these days!

Too busy with their model boats now I think

brbluewill · November 28, 2011, 10:51:31 AM

Quote from: Lawrence on November 28, 2011, 10:41:25 AM
Went into scoonie about a year ago (it used to be my local shop back in the days when it was on the corner) and they told me there wasn't much call for N gauge these days!

Too busy with their model boats now I think

there loss then because i need loads

SmileyFace · November 28, 2011, 11:10:17 AM

Has to be Hatton's every time as my first choice supplier. I have ordered many, many items over the years and have always found their delivery time is excellent, often next day. If there is a problem with the item they have always replaced it with no quibble whatsoever and even refund the, (2nd class), postage.

For US 'N' Gauge items, including MicroTrains couplings, Model Junction in Slough is very quick and reliable and they have an excellent website.

SF

Lawrence · November 28, 2011, 11:15:30 AM

Gus usually has plenty of track and points in, and you get some raffle tickets too, not that I have ever won anything

brbluewill · November 28, 2011, 11:36:36 AM

Quote from: Lawrence on November 28, 2011, 11:15:30 AM
Gus usually has plenty of track and points in, and you get some raffle tickets too, not that I have ever won anything

;Dis he still doing that ;Di never ever won anything either