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13 minutes ago, DJ Dangerous said:

 

Thanks, John!

Missed out on the excess Accurascale Mk2's due to a shipping glitch on the website, but managed to find a few for sale elsewhere yesterday.

Also have a few West Coast Mk2's that I had the luck to pre-order, slowly winging their way down here.

Love the look of the earlier and later Mk2's mixed, while sharing the same livery, RPSI style (hint hint, Paddy Murphy) or BR B/G or executive style.

Modellbahn Union have some listed, 

https://www.modellbahnunion.com/e-vendo.php?shop=modellbahn-union-en&a=news&filter=k3274g4152p6542

Most coaches can be mixed and matched,  the main thing to remember is the very early MK11's (not MK2a onwards) were vacuum braked only i think??    Also MK1's were mostly vacuum braked some I think being dual braked.

MK3's there are two versions, the loco hauled and the HST  main difference the HST MK3s had 3 phase electrical systems and no buffers.

On your layout if in doubt just apply rule 1   

Some good information in these PDF books.

https://archive.rcts.org.uk/product-category/coaching-stock-books/

Also, if you can, a copy of your track plan would help.

Good that the database is still going to be available.

It would be great if they introduced a Trunk service  like Hatton's used to have and have the various shipping options without having to worry about the customs and VAT hassle. 

Another one on the |Facebook Model |Rail Buying and selling group!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/ModelRailBuyingAndSelling/permalink/6684721468296028/?sale_post_id=6684721468296028

I know manufacturers and model shops don't want stock hanging around too long, but the way they do the limited production runs these days don't really help matters.  

Does anyone actually use twitter?   

On 19/2/2024 at 4:29 PM, DJ Dangerous said:

Only a sucker would miss out on them.

 

Smashing collection, John!

Looking forward to the NSE and GWR versions myself.

Thanks  Dave, I currently have  7 Hornby  and 8 Lima  50's. Will have to kindly  ask Fran if he will send me an accurascale sample   or  do  you have to be one of those youtubers with  mega  likes  and viewers lol...

My  current  collection  of 50's  mix  of Hornby  and Lima.  Would  be  nice  to  have  an accurascale/IRM  model  one  day.

22 minutes ago, Flying Snail said:

 

I transferred my Hatton's pre-order of the Stephenson's Rocket Train Pack to Rails of Sheffield and they shipped it to me last week.

I'm happy to confirm they did not charge UK VAT, it was shipped via Parcelforce and when it reached Ireland I had to pay Irish VAT - as it was a model train no customs import duty was charged.

What was the  fee for the VAT/Customs handling charge if you don't mind me asking?   Anpost I think charge €3.50.

W&H models, that's going back a bit!   Went to  the shop in New Cavendish street a few times in the late 1980's before they closed down. was a great shop for central London.

What about the FEA freightliner flats?  

1 hour ago, Horsetan said:

If they could tap the guff coming out of Daíl Eireann, I'd say they'd have an inexhaustible supply of wind.

Could join forces with Westminster and there would be enough power for years to come.   

Very sad news indeed. Disapointing for us modellers not living in the UK as they were very effiecent with thier service despite the hassle of 'Brexit'!!

Also would like to say that Hatton's customer service was/is first class as when I have had any issues with orders they were sorted out very quickly.

Like many of us who live 'overseas' they were indeed our 'Local' model shop.

What is Xmas?  it is Christmas!  

Had an email from  Hattons earlier today about  overseas  orders.  Looks  like  they  may  be  changing  how  they  will ship  overseas  orders  in the  near  future.  I have  copied  and  pasted  the  email,  expect  all non uk  customers  will have  had  same.

"Dear john

At Hattons, we strive to continuously enhance your shopping experience, and we have an important update to share regarding changes to our shopping cart and taxation system.

Within the next couple of weeks, we will implement adjustments to our system to ensure that you are charged the correct tax at the time of purchase. This change is part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with local tax regulations in your region.

As a valued international customer, we want to bring this to your attention to ensure a smooth transition. The good news is that if you despatch the items in your trunk within the next week, you will be exempt from any additional tax costs associated with these changes.

Please note that local customs duties and courier fees may still be charged, we are working on expanding this system to correctly cover landed fees in the future.

We understand the importance of budgeting for your hobby, and we want to make sure you have the opportunity to make the most of this window.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work to improve our services. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these changes, please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer experience team.

Thank you for being a valued member of the Hattons community. We look forward to serving you and providing the best model railway products for your enjoyment."
 

7 hours ago, DiveController said:

Hattons sent me my trunk items to USA last week with no charge. Probably needed the space  

I believe they were doing a stock take this week and were going to ship any outstanding trunk items by 22nd November.

Hatton's now offer additional shipping options with Evri/Fastway and DPD which are both cheaper than DHL.  I have today received a parcel via DPD today, collected Monday afternoon with out any hassle.

Good to have more options and avoid the Royalmail/Anpost lottery. 

Sample prices from Hatton's website.

Republic of Ireland
£3.50 Royal Mail. Zone 05. Airmail Untracked. Weighs between 001g and 300g when packed. Ave 3-5 day transit time.
£5 EVRI International via Fastway. Ireland. Weighs between 001g and 300g when packed. Ave 2-4 day transit time.
£8.96 Royal Mail. Western Europe. Airmail "Signed for". Weighs between 001g and 300g when packed. Avg 3-5 day transit time.
£9 DPD Republic of Ireland. 2-day with tracking up to 10kg
£23 DHL Express Priority. Insured, tracked & signed-for. Delivered 1 working day after despatch. Zone 1 - up to 1kg

Unfortunately they don't post outside the UK.  They often have some good offers though.

These be any good to you?

https://www.hattons.co.uk/392882/peter_s_spares_psp_65_replacement_carbon_brush_and_springs_for_hornby_ringfield_motors_pack_of_10/stockdetail

2 hours ago, Flying Snail said:

Have you contacted DPD for an explanation of the €1.15 VAT on their custom's brokerage service? 

Coincidently I had a parcel from Hattons delivered by DPD last week. I was charged the same €1.15 VAT on their custom's brokerage service - I've just raised a query on the VAT for the customs brokerage service this morning, so we'll see.

It's not much, but every little helps as Tesco says 

 

You should not pay any VAT or customs from Hatton's s they are registered for Irish VAT, have you contacted then and asked if they will will refund you?  They have always been helpful when I used to have items sent via Anpost who kept wanting to charge Customs duty when they felt like it!

I now use their trunk service and when sufficient items ship via DHL, more expensive shipping but so far no hassle or bother with customs or VAT.

You must be modelling non stop Darius,  do you ever sleep? 

Click on your profile pic, in your case the M, then it should come up with option to change/update photo.  

Will also consider a swop for 00 scale UK locos from early 1980's to sectorization era.

You are not the only one to to have done that!!    .

Still available, open to sensible offers.