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Allen P. W.
Always get good service from them.
Atlas 20006602 HO PULLMAN 10-1-1 SLEEPER CAR LOUISVILLE & NASHVILLE [GEORGIAN] CHIEF JOSEPH
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Atlas 20006602 HO PULLMAN 10-1-1 SLEEPER CAR LOUISVILLE & NASHVILLE [GEORGIAN] CHIEF JOSEPH
"lt looks good with my L&N train"
Tom T.
The order was processed rapidly and it came well packed. I did by the extra shipping fee.
BLI 7886 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a, Unlettered, 4-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
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BLI 7886 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a, Unlettered, 4-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
"It's real nice locomotive. However, the pony..."
Raymond S.
A well done ordering and shipping process. Questions about shipment were promptly answered.
BLI 9205 EMD F3 A/B, Demo 754A1/754B1, Blue & Aluminum, A-unit Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Unpowered B, N
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BLI 9205 EMD F3 A/B, Demo 754A1/754B1, Blue & Aluminum, A-unit Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Unpowered B, N
"Everything was as expected, great product and..."
Peter D.
Good selection, fair price and fast shipping.
Walthers Mainline HO 6108 61' Wood Chip Gondola, Ready To Run, Burlington Northern #587198
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Walthers Mainline HO 6108 61' Wood Chip Gondola, Ready To Run, Burlington Northern #587198
"A little chunky, but paint & graphics are nic..."
Barry D.
Order fulfilled quickly with all items I ordered
Walthers Cornerstone 933-3072 Al's Victory Service Gas Station -- Kit - 4 x 6 x 2-1/16" 10 x 15 x 5.8cm, HO Scale
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Walthers Cornerstone 933-3072 Al's Victory Service Gas Station -- Kit - 4 x 6 x 2-1/16" 10 x 15 x 5.8cm, HO Scale
"The only reason I did not give 5 stars is tha..."
Philip D.
Great company to do business with
Micro Trains Line 2000 004 HO ACF 47' 3-Bay Center-Flow Covered Hopper - Kit - Grit N Grime -- Burlington Northern #481170 (Weathered, Cascade Green, graffiti)
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Micro Trains Line 2000 004 HO ACF 47' 3-Bay Center-Flow Covered Hopper - Kit - Grit N Grime -- Burlington Northern #481170 (Weathered, Cascade Green, graffiti)
"Nice ho weathered model freight car"
Jason B.
Highly recommend
Athearn Genesis ATHG-1103 HO GEN ICC Caboose With Lights & Sound, FWD #154
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Athearn Genesis ATHG-1103 HO GEN ICC Caboose With Lights & Sound, FWD #154
"Great detail"
Willard V.
I've had many good experiences shopping with Factory Direct Hobbies. Over the past five years, I think I've spent over $4,000 on HO model trains from them. On the few occasions I've had a problem with my order or account, they've made extra efforts to fix it.
Atlas HO 20006896 Trinity 25,500-Gallon Tank Car Master, Soy Power Bio Fuels GATX #30836
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Atlas HO 20006896 Trinity 25,500-Gallon Tank Car Master, Soy Power Bio Fuels GATX #30836
"For some reason I've always liked Atlas produ..."
Graham M.
good
BLI 7832 USRA Heavy Mikado, GN 3200, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
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BLI 7832 USRA Heavy Mikado, GN 3200, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
"Overall very good. Only negative I use microt..."
Robert S.
Very easy to navigate and shop the site!
Atlas HO 20007044 Nippon Sharyo Type 6000 Bi-Level Commuter Coach Master, Metra #6099
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Atlas HO 20007044 Nippon Sharyo Type 6000 Bi-Level Commuter Coach Master, Metra #6099
"Atlas Metra cars are very well detailed and v..."
Barry J S.
They kept track of this preorder for over 4 years!
Bowser 24616 EMD F9A w/LokSound & DCC - Executive Line -- Santa Fe #286 (Warbonnet, blue, yellow, blue Nose Stripe), HO
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Bowser 24616 EMD F9A w/LokSound & DCC - Executive Line -- Santa Fe #286 (Warbonnet, blue, yellow, blue Nose Stripe), HO
"Beautiful engine, great paint job and sound...."
Jacob S.
Factory Direct Hobbies is amazing to deal with and they are my go to when it comes to preordering, the staff is super helpful and poliet.
Athearn Genesis ATHG75540 HO SD60M Tri-Clops, BN #9242
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Athearn Genesis ATHG75540 HO SD60M Tri-Clops, BN #9242
"Excellent model and purchasing experience! Th..."
Harold R.
Great price. Easy check out.
BLI 9143 EMD GP30, USAF 2250, US Air Force Fantasy Paint, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, HO
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BLI 9143 EMD GP30, USAF 2250, US Air Force Fantasy Paint, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, HO
"Great item, great price, and fast shipping as..."
Philip G.
Fast dispatch and delivery of my loco, received it (in Australia) in about one week from it being sent. Always great prices and service.
BLI 7903 Southern Pacific 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #3509, 4-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
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BLI 7903 Southern Pacific 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #3509, 4-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
"This is such a quirky looking engine with the..."
Richard P.
Fast and easy.
WalthersMainline 910-30404 85' Budd Dome Coach - Ready to Run -- Union Pacific(R) (Armour Yellow, gray, red), HO Scale
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WalthersMainline 910-30404 85' Budd Dome Coach - Ready to Run -- Union Pacific(R) (Armour Yellow, gray, red), HO Scale
"Great model. Love it."
Tim B.
There's nothing to share. When a company has an outstanding website that actually functions well and will keep on coming back when I have a need to expand my railroad. And s should all your customers
BLI 7406 Reading T1 4-8-4, Chessie Steam Special #2101, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, N
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BLI 7406 Reading T1 4-8-4, Chessie Steam Special #2101, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, N
"I have purchase multiple n scales through the..."
Alan E.
fast shipping and safely packed for transit.
Plastruct 3 BONDENE CEMENT (Pack of 12)
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Plastruct 3 BONDENE CEMENT (Pack of 12)
"i,ve been in the hobby since childhood {1960,..."
James P.
Great
Atlas O 6066 O36 Full Curve Track
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Atlas O 6066 O36 Full Curve Track
"Great"
Philip B.
You people have been great to purchase from.
BLI 7792 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #4002, 4-axle Tender, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, HO
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BLI 7792 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #4002, 4-axle Tender, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, HO
"The model is very detailed. The documentation..."
William D.
It was great. The only suggestion would be to simplify the sorting process. Several times I had problems returning to previous screen.
BLI 8573 GE AC6000, CSX #678, YN2 Paint, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
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BLI 8573 GE AC6000, CSX #678, YN2 Paint, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
"The locomotive is the first addition to my ra..."
Richard V.
Small problem was addressed immediately.
BLI 7890 ATSF 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #4193, 4-axle Tender, Spoked Main Driver, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
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BLI 7890 ATSF 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1a #4193, 4-axle Tender, Spoked Main Driver, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
"Runs great. Beautiful model"
Ernest E.
I continue to have a good experience whenever I shop with FDH.
BLI 7887 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1b, Unlettered, 6-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
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BLI 7887 Boston & Maine 2-8-4 Berkshire, T1b, Unlettered, 6-axle Tender, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, Smoke, HO
"This highly detailed locomotive runs very wel..."
William N.
Excellent transaction
Woodland Scenics C1201 Lightweight Hydrocal -- Dry - 1/2-Gallon 1.89L, All Scales
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Woodland Scenics C1201 Lightweight Hydrocal -- Dry - 1/2-Gallon 1.89L, All Scales
"Excellent transaction. Thank you"
Warren B.
My son had difficulties maneuvering with site and I could not be contacted since I was on assignment.
Athearn ATH7636 HO 40' Ribbed 3-Bay Ballast Hopper, SLSF #97003
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Athearn ATH7636 HO 40' Ribbed 3-Bay Ballast Hopper, SLSF #97003
"iT Was delivered but I AM overseas on assig..."
Don C B.
Easy to shop, shipping is always on point.
Woodland Scenics A1860 Hobo Figures, HO
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Woodland Scenics A1860 Hobo Figures, HO
"The figures add a whimsical scene of the ride..."
Ann J.
The items I received were all in poor condition.
JTT Trees & Shrubs 92131 Deciduous Trees - Autumn 2 - 3" 10/pk
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JTT Trees & Shrubs 92131 Deciduous Trees - Autumn 2 - 3" 10/pk
"Very poor condition!"
Terry J.
I have been dealing with this company for quite some time now, from the time I ordered any item till when I receive it takes a longer period of time. This seems to take place since the companies expansion.
NCE 5240326, DCC Meter/Analyzer
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NCE 5240326, DCC Meter/Analyzer
"Very good finish and easy to wire. It would..."
Randy S.
Great
WalthersTrack 948-83001 Code 83 Nickel Silver Flex Track with Wood Ties -- Each section: 36" 91.4cm pkg(5), HO
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WalthersTrack 948-83001 Code 83 Nickel Silver Flex Track with Wood Ties -- Each section: 36" 91.4cm pkg(5), HO
"Looks good"
John S.
Wide selection of products. Fast fulfilment of orders.
Rapido X31A Boxcar (Single door): PRR Circle Keystone - 6-Pack #2, HO
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Rapido X31A Boxcar (Single door): PRR Circle Keystone - 6-Pack #2, HO
"Agreat model of a very common boxcar. Rapido..."
Tom G.
I wish that the shipping was less or that there was a way to hold items and ship in one shipment to reduce shipping costs.
Atlas 20006996 HO 50' BERWICK BOX CAR MAINE CENTRAL #35109
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Atlas 20006996 HO 50' BERWICK BOX CAR MAINE CENTRAL #35109
"Nice model, shipped carefully."
Todd F.
Always good products.
BLI 7146 N&W H2a Hopper, PRR Lettering, 2-pack A, N
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BLI 7146 N&W H2a Hopper, PRR Lettering, 2-pack A, N
"Nice products, delivery was quick."
Jay S.
Easy to navigate the website! Pleasure to do business with!!!
Atlas 20007264 Class BX-177 62' Beer Boxcar - Ready to Run -- Pabst blue Ribbon #301869 (white, blue, red), HO
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Atlas 20007264 Class BX-177 62' Beer Boxcar - Ready to Run -- Pabst blue Ribbon #301869 (white, blue, red), HO
"Model looks great!!!"
Winston S.
Right price and preorder without paying until the model comes in. Outstanding
Bowser 24625 EMD F3A Phase 1 w/LokSound & DCC - Executive Line -- Boston & Maine #4226 (black, blue, white, Alternate B&M Design), HO
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Bowser 24625 EMD F3A Phase 1 w/LokSound & DCC - Executive Line -- Boston & Maine #4226 (black, blue, white, Alternate B&M Design), HO
"This replace a Vareny F3 the somehow went mis..."
Shanna N.
No problems
Revell 36191 Aqua Color, Steel, Metallic, 18ml
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Revell 36191 Aqua Color, Steel, Metallic, 18ml
"Great product. Fast shipping."
Anthony L.
Decent prices. Quick shipping on items.
JTT Trees & Shrubs 95606 PURPLE FLOWERING MEADOW 5x7
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JTT Trees & Shrubs 95606 PURPLE FLOWERING MEADOW 5x7
"Looking for these particular items. YOU had..."
Kevin B.
Very easy and very reasonable.
Trumpeter F-86F-30-NA Sabre 01320 1/144
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Trumpeter F-86F-30-NA Sabre 01320 1/144
"Good products and quickly delivered."
Rodney C.
I love the updates on shipping. The online site is easy to use.
Kato KAT20-451 Single-Plate Girder Bridge - 7-5/16" 186mm -- Green, N Scale
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Kato KAT20-451 Single-Plate Girder Bridge - 7-5/16" 186mm -- Green, N Scale
"I love the detail and quality of the product."
Jeffrey E.
Great inventory and easy website to navigate
BLI 6794 EMD SD40-2, UP 1972, Yellow & Gray w/Lightning Stripe, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, HO
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BLI 6794 EMD SD40-2, UP 1972, Yellow & Gray w/Lightning Stripe, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, HO
"Great service, with quick delivery. Thanks"
Richard C.
Ordering and shipping has always gone well. Paying in interest free payments has helped me budget for my purchases.
BLI 7860 USRA Light Mikado, PRR 9628, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
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BLI 7860 USRA Light Mikado, PRR 9628, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC, N
"Unfortunately this item was defective and on..."
Garth T.
No issues. Seamless.
Broadway Limited Imports BLI 1020 Address Changer
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Broadway Limited Imports BLI 1020 Address Changer
"Yet to try it but if it does what it says it..."
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