i live in new plymouth and there is no model shops here exep.....toy world but they have [auto-censored] all so does anyone here know of any NZ online models shops? i already buy from www.acornmodels.co.nz but they have a limited amount.
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SSpanzer
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 07:28 AM UTC
Hi all,
i live in new plymouth and there is no model shops here exep.....toy world but they have [auto-censored] all so does anyone here know of any NZ online models shops? i already buy from www.acornmodels.co.nz but they have a limited amount.
-SSpanzer
i live in new plymouth and there is no model shops here exep.....toy world but they have [auto-censored] all so does anyone here know of any NZ online models shops? i already buy from www.acornmodels.co.nz but they have a limited amount.
-SSpanzer
jazza
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 07:38 AM UTC
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Hi all,
i live in new plymouth and there is no model shops here exep.....toy world but they have [auto-censored] all so does anyone here know of any NZ online models shops? i already buy from www.acornmodels.co.nz but they have a limited amount.
-SSpanzer
Hobbycity.co.nz is another site you can buy stuff online. They arent necessarily the cheapest though. There is also hobbydirect.co.nz but their range isnt the greatest either.
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 08:52 AM UTC
jazza
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 09:15 AM UTC
Im definitely taking a trip to AceHobby this weekend. Been wanting to get the M2A2 Bradley and it seems AceHobby is cheapest.
AceHobby
Name 1/35 US M2A2 BRADLEY IFV
Price $49.95
Hobby City
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Product Number: TAM 35152
Price: $54.95
AcornModels
1/35 US M2A2 Bradley Infantry Fighting V
$50.95
TAM 35152
We really need a site in NZ that compares prices of models.
AceHobby
Name 1/35 US M2A2 BRADLEY IFV
Price $49.95
Hobby City
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Product Number: TAM 35152
Price: $54.95
AcornModels
1/35 US M2A2 Bradley Infantry Fighting V
$50.95
TAM 35152
We really need a site in NZ that compares prices of models.
TANKDUEL
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 09:36 AM UTC
www.trademe.co.nz
Plenty of guys importing major brands, and selling cheaper than stores.
Plenty of guys importing major brands, and selling cheaper than stores.
jazza
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 - 11:04 AM UTC
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www.trademe.co.nz
Plenty of guys importing major brands, and selling cheaper than stores.
Quite right. The only issue i have with this is reliability as if parts go missing in the box, theres little the seller can do since they cant replace anything.
TANKDUEL
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 09:31 AM UTC
Yep well I guess you need to weigh up the price benefits against the inherent risks associated with buying from individuals.
On the subject of missing parts, does that happen very often? I was in Acorn models' store once and one staff member mentioned to another about a client's purchase having parts missing. This involved mutual eye rolling; I dont think they believe customers who say that, but I guess they have no option but to replace the parts in question or provide a new kit. I have, on a number of occasions thought that parts were missing, only to have them turn up again,!
On the subject of missing parts, does that happen very often? I was in Acorn models' store once and one staff member mentioned to another about a client's purchase having parts missing. This involved mutual eye rolling; I dont think they believe customers who say that, but I guess they have no option but to replace the parts in question or provide a new kit. I have, on a number of occasions thought that parts were missing, only to have them turn up again,!
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 11:29 AM UTC
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Yep well I guess you need to weigh up the price benefits against the inherent risks associated with buying from individuals.
On the subject of missing parts, does that happen very often? I was in Acorn models' store once and one staff member mentioned to another about a client's purchase having parts missing. This involved mutual eye rolling; I dont think they believe customers who say that, but I guess they have no option but to replace the parts in question or provide a new kit. I have, on a number of occasions thought that parts were missing, only to have them turn up again,!
User error does happened often.
Parts going missing is less likely when you purchase it from the stores directly. I cant say the same when its purchased from someone who had purchased it overseas and brought it over. More often than not, the person opens the box and forget to place things back. This is my main concern.
For Tamiya anyway, its easy to tell if the box is open as the zip lock bags are typically sealed. If the bags are sealed and you cant see the parts in there....then there is no dispute. Either way, my preference is always to buy from the stores. Just my 0.02.
TANKDUEL
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 12:58 PM UTC
I forgot about this one
http://www.mrmodels.co.nz/
http://www.mrmodels.co.nz/
nzgunnie
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 - 03:58 PM UTC
http://www.modelcraftsandhobbies.co.nz/ try these guys in Wellington, they are very helpful.
SSpanzer
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Posted: Thursday, October 06, 2005 - 07:29 AM UTC
Cheers guys All site's are great.
-SSpanzer,
-SSpanzer,
kereru
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Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 10:58 AM UTC
Hi folks
Just spotted this topic and was wondering if anyone buys from offshore online stores? And if so which ones.
John
Just spotted this topic and was wondering if anyone buys from offshore online stores? And if so which ones.
John
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Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 11:03 AM UTC
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Hi folks
Just spotted this topic and was wondering if anyone buys from offshore online stores? And if so which ones.
John
I personally dont buy offshore as the shipping cost tends to bring it back to a similar price as they are sold here. If it turns out to be only a small savings by buying it offshore, there is always the risk of not receiving the parcel which kinda offsets the benefits of the small savings.
If i had to.....i would be buying from the stores advertised on this site.
nzgunnie
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Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 04:14 PM UTC
I buy things from overseas that I can't get here, mostly AM parts and 120mm figures.
I've used squadron, and they are pretty good. Colorado miniatures has a great selection of interesting figures.
I've used squadron, and they are pretty good. Colorado miniatures has a great selection of interesting figures.
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Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2005 - 08:38 PM UTC
Hi John,
I can't reccomend Hobby easy enough they are great. I was a bit sceptical to start off with but there shippin is very cheap compared to other off shore stores as you can Chose how you want to ship your order.
I can't reccomend Hobby easy enough they are great. I was a bit sceptical to start off with but there shippin is very cheap compared to other off shore stores as you can Chose how you want to ship your order.
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Posted: Wednesday, October 19, 2005 - 10:28 AM UTC
hmm tried to go to Hobby Easy but the page didnt load up. Think the site is down as clicking on the ad on the left didnt work either.
TANKDUEL
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Posted: Wednesday, October 19, 2005 - 02:24 PM UTC
For me, I save 50% ($800-$1,000) per item inc. shipping on my 1/16th scale RC Tanks by shopping online overseas.
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