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Honestly, we are modelers first and sellers secondly. We always try and give the type of service that we expect when buying online, fast and fair. We've been into HO scale modeling since 1974, and over the years have managed two hobby shops and been a member of several model train clubs. Even working for a major model train decal manufacturer in the early 80's. We do not mind answering modeling questions either, if we do not know something, we will try and find you an answer that works. This includes prototype information about the south-west US railroading prior to 1989 for the most part, but we are also good at limited research. It never hurts to ask; the worst we can say is, we have no idea.
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- *****- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAmazing seller who went above and beyond. Quick to respond with great communication and service. Items were packed well and shipped fast (only 3 days). Everything as described at a more than fair price. Thank you 4449john, will be a returning customer.
- w***2 (3034)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchasePerfect ! Just the parts I needed. Fair price, as described, fast shipping, excellent communication, and well packaged. 5 stars !
- *****- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAccurately described. Good photo's. Good communication. Packaged very well - arrived unharmed. Easy transaction. Thanks.
- d***4 (1548)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseQuick shipping, well packaged, product as described, excellent value. 4449john is good people
- *****- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchasePackaged well in great condition and quality as described. Great value for vintage parts. Will buy from this seller again.
- *****- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe package was late in arriving through no fault of the merchant. Will do business again with this Ebayer. Good communication.
Reviews (63)
Dec 18, 2017
Two Faced JESUS SAVES Sign
1 of 1 found this helpful I love this sign, it's 2 sided so you can see this one from either direction, very cool. My only caveat is when gently spreading the sign contacts apart, don't be too rough or you can kill the sign, or at least a part of it. The tab that sticks out from the cross on one side is what you spread to expose the contacts, then insert them, keeping the dots lined up, with the two ribbon wire female connectors.
There a lot of chase patterns in these signs, I really like the ones which have the last letter "S" in SAVES flickering like it's about to burn out, talk about a run down neighborhood look; it's way cool.
Just be careful not to stress the contacts tab or you'll be very unhappy. I won't say these are fragile, but they will not survive rough handling at all.
Oct 17, 2018
Decent "old school" piggyback car.
A little bit thick on some of the details, but definitely sturdy enough to survive in most club type environments. Decent looking model. Thought I'd give one a try to run with my homemade cars, and this car fits right in and was very easy to put into service. I would not pay retail for one, but if found on sale, I'd recommend trying at least one. It really is a 3 1/2 star rating; somewhere between it's OK and better than I thought.
Jul 27, 2019
Another Great Boxcar Model
Every once in a while a model manufacturer produces something just right for the era one chooses to replicate. My era is the period around and/or just after this nations bicentennial, so cars minus the running boards were becoming the norm and this little gem of a car is just right for that look. Considering the cost verses the details, this car is a bargain as well. Separate grab irons and ladders, not to mention cut lever details are included on this model making it a the perfect addition to the roster. Thank you Atlas!