Looking for a Model Shop in the Seattle Area

[jlucky]

Hi guys,

Not sure where this should be posted, so I went with the General Category. I'm heading down to the NHRA drags in Seattle next weekend and was wondering about a good model shop that stocked drag cars and aftermarket stuff? I used to go to a place called the Renton Hobby Hut, but I'm not sure if they're even still around. Any pointers you could provide would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Jerry

[Dave in Seattle]

Renton Hobby Hut is long gone. Try a Google for "Skyway Models". Cannot really comment on the supply of drag stuff, but it's about the only one left any more. Tell Emil I said hello.....

Dave

[Bernard Kron]

Skyway Model Shop ( http://www.skywaymodel.com/ ) has the largest selection of model car kits in the area, including many vintage and hard to find ones. They also have a very good paint and supplies section and a small selection of aftermarket stuff. They are associated with the Puget Sound Auto Modelers Association (PSAMA), the local club.

Another excellent resource is the Southcenter Hobbytown who probably have the largest supplies and tools selection in the area and a large and extensive automobile model inventory. Here's their info (they have no webpage):

Hobbytown USA

Parkway Plaza South

17774 Southcenter Parkway

Tukwila, WA 98188

Phone: (206) 575-0949

Email: rosenpilot@aol.com

Hours of Operation

M-Sat: 10:00am to 8:00pm

Sun(and Holidays): 11:00am to 6:00pm

Closed: Thanksgiving and Christmas

Unfortunately neither of these stores specialize in drag racing models and aftermarket parts.

If you live on the North End a good LHS with a quite large array of car models and good supplies is American Eagles Hobby Shop. There is also an awesome train modeling shop in their basement (North End Trains) which is incredible for supplies. Since I live on the Norh End I try to throw them as much trade as makes sense. Gotta support my LHS!

American Eagles Hobby Shop

12537 Lake City Way

Seattle, WA 98125

Phone: (206) 440-8448

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6

Edited July 11, 2009 by gbk1