What online store do you buy from?

[Hedgehog]

Hello all scale model cars builders. Really guys that every single day I come up with ideas and questions that I hope not to get banned from this forum hahaha. Well guys just wanna open this thread to know what are the best online places to buy kits and tools. I made my first buy from Ehobbies and I think it came out perfect. Thank u plastic lovers and keep on creating.

[martinfan5]

This thread will answer your question

http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=56221&st=0&p=660118&hl=+online%20+hobby&fromsearch=1&#entry660118

[CadillacPat]

Here's a few places that have never failed to get my orders correct and ship quickly.

Hobbylinc.com

MicroMark.com

Dixie Art Supply

Coast AirBrush Supply

Decal Paper Papilio.com

Texas Art Supply

CadillacPat

[JamesW]

Hobbylinc.com

Jimnohio.com

modelexpress.com

scaledreams.com

hobbysearch.com

modelhaus.com

scalemodelingbychris.com

and of course my all time favorite,

EBAY

[Qwit Pushin]

There are many reputable online 'stores' to purchase from, but don't forget to patronize your local hobby shop. By buying local, any tax money you pay goes to support YOUR community services, not someone else's in another state. Any money that stays in your local community is the best money you'll ever spend. Sometimes it's worth spending a couple bucks more if it means local jobs and services. Just saying....

[Green Duster]

My so called hobby store is 60 miles away. The truck gets about 15-16 miles per gallon. I wish i had a

local hobby store. The great northwoods. Ha, god forsaken country.

[JamesW]

I wish I had a well stocked LHS. They used to have 20x6 foot section full of kits. Now I'm lucky if they carry 30 kits at MOST at any given time. That's why I choose to shop online.

Fun fact: Their suppliers happen to be Tower Hobbies and Hobbylinc. If I need a kit they don't have in stock they'll order it for me, but I can get it cheaper elsewhere. It's not like they'll close up shop if they stop carrying kits, because they're biggest business is baby stuff and LOTS of other kinds of toys anyway.

Edited April 28, 2012 by JamesW

[george 53]

I use Model Round Up mostly, Jack is cool to talk with, an I get my large scale aircraft from Squadron shops. Been buying from them for over 30 years. Oh an yeah, I find alot of stuff on the Evil Bay.

[rel14]

Big donkey resin - TJ's custom castings - Early years resin. - Star models - Newt's boneyard - etc, etc.

[Bartster]

My so called hobby store is 60 miles away. The truck gets about 15-16 miles per gallon. I wish i had a

local hobby store. The great northwoods. Ha, god forsaken country.

..........Ditto, except I'm in the southern woods portion of God forsaken country,lol

[The70judgeman]

As of right now, I'm lucky to have two local hobby stores within a few miles of my home. That is until my wife and I move. But, til that happens, I take full advantage and go to each store at least once a week and spend what I can to help keep their doors open. One of the stores also has an online catalog which also keeps their prices decent...$3-$5 cheaper retail than most stores, because they buy in bulk. And, I also use Ebay from time to time. Once I move I just hope there is a decent hobby store reletively close. If not...then I'll resort to more online shopping.

[Bartster]

I use Star Models almost exclusively. Steve Kohler is a great guy & has over 7000 kits in his inventory. lf he doesn't have it , he will do his all to find it. Best prices I've seen anywhere on old & new kits. He is also affilated with Resin Realm & Newt's Boneyard & can get anything from their inventories as well.

[Dr. Cranky]

For car kits, I use MODEL ROUND UP.

For other things, I used HOBBY LINK JAPAN, MISSION MODELS, and GAMES WORKSHOP.

[Junkman]

My so called hobby store is 60 miles away. The truck gets about 15-16 miles per gallon. I wish i had a

local hobby store. The great northwoods. Ha, god forsaken country.

Would trading it in for something that's easier on the petrol be a feasible alternative?

I mean, what's the nicest truck worth if you can't afford to drive it?

[martinfan5]

One of the place's I like to buy from, is Southern Motorsports Hobbys, Ronnie is a great guy to deal with, and his kit prices are low, one kit shipping is $5. And if you are on his mailing list, you get to take part in his 20% off sales he does. I just bought two Revell kits , both less the $15 after shipping.