Locally owned model shops...

Originally posted by sentry Most kids now gone to computers games ETC. Well I agree with you all I moved out of state and go to my favorate hobby shop back in Denver and they always remember me and treat me like a King when I'm there but the hobby shops I used to haunt when I was a kid are now long since been gone the closest one sold out (owner retired ), the second went out because one of the owners was stealing funds from their profits but they where great places to go and get IDEAS and tips and the person showed you how to do it, don't get me wrong but it's hard to visualize something when all you could do is read about it on the computer and the folks on this forum great on giving tips and advise but it's hard not having a human touch of sight, and I hate to say it but kids rather play computer games then get great hand & eye cordination ( all they get is thumb & eye ) 84 of 795 1/72 Aircraft Competed for Lackland's Airman Heritage Museum Was a Hawg Jet Fixer, now I'm a FRED Fixer     'Cuda Reply KJ200 Member since July 2003 From: Bicester, England Posted by KJ200 on Monday, January 5, 2004 3:18 AM I agree with Nick regarding the price differential between mail order and the LHS being a factor in their decline. However my LHS, the Avaiation Hobby Shop has been going 25 years now, and shows no signs of stopping. I'd much rather go there and browse the shelves, than sit scanning a list on my PC. So far I have yet to buy a kit online, the closest I have come is ordering Decals and resin from Hannants. Support your LHS, but there are going to some areas where they just can't compete, just like you local store and Walmart! Karl Currently on the bench: AZ Models 1/72 Mig 17PF Reply luke Member since December 2002 From: - Posted by luke on Monday, January 5, 2004 3:48 AM in my home town, we have a small toyshop which carry's a few paints & kits. I use to go cazy there as a kid, and sometimes I thought I was the only one buying the kits there (LOL). I still get the occassional kit and paints there cos I know the owner, who's son went to school with my brother. But there is only so much he can order and sell for a price to make a little profit. But now I have to travel to our states capital for all my kits and accessories. We have 4 HS there, 1 sci-fic & gaming shop and 3 standard (if there is something like that). I tell you what, nothing beats the feeling than travelling down there, visiting all the shops (cos they are all centrally placed within walking distance), choosing a kit, holding the box in your hand, having your hands shake with excitement when the sales person hands you the kit after paying for it, and riping off the plastic wrap to open the box. You could say I get high on the event. Never ordered anything over the net, and may do one day. But I find I like to pay a little extra for the fact that you get your kit straight away! (plus you dont have to pay mail insurance!). Reply 9x19mm Member since December 2003 From: Phoenix,Az Posted by 9x19mm on Monday, January 5, 2004 5:12 AM I have only ordered 1 kit from the web Accurate Miniatures P-51C but only because my LHS couldnt get it. I have no problems ordering from the web except I would rather see my money recycled locally. I go to LHS for all hobby needs and dont mind paying more for the items, Im not wealthy by any means and dont make a ton of money either, but it really does feel better knowing Im helping someone. Plus I like the staff and enjoy talking to the old timer there. Reply Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Monday, January 5, 2004 6:09 AM I agree whole heartedly that we should support our local hobby shops. Before the internet even came around where did you have to go. I always go to my lhs before I do anything online. They always seem to have the better deals and usually have what i want at a cheaper price than online. Plus you dont have to worry about shipping and handling or insurance. Plus why should you have to wait a week to get something. Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Monday, January 5, 2004 6:37 AM Well I’m glad someone likes the idea of a model work bench in the shop!! I understand the problem with it being cheaper purchasing models over the internet; here in Australia we are paying about one and a half times the cost per kit as you will in America. I’m not rich either ( You get very little out of the defence force these days in compensation for injuries) But I would rather support the local shop to keep them open, sure if there is something I want or need that my local shop cant get by all means do what you can to get it. But if you want the luxury of having a local shop to get that tin of foliage green now when you need it and not a week down the track spend that little more close to home, help your local shop keep our hobby strong!! You will be lost like Sentry is if you have to buy everything from the net. Dam don't I feel bad for him not being able to go to a model shop!!!! Sorry dude!!!! Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Monday, January 5, 2004 7:15 AM Its ok doc , one day i will travel to some hobby shop and make sure they are alive for awhile, for a long while , i mean sighs Reply Edit JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account. Login Register SEARCH FORUMS FREE NEWSLETTER SIGN UP By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy. FORUMS PRODUCT REVIEWS READER GALLERY HOW TO VIDEOS SHOP ABOUT US FREE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER SIGN UP By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy. More great sites from Kalmbach Media Terms Of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy