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Fancy building a 1/12th scale motorbike kit over the holidays?

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Fancy building a 1/12th scale motorbike kit over the holidays?

We've just taken delivery of a great selection of motorbike kits from both Tamiya and Italeri; said to be fabulous kits even straight from the box. Beautifully detailed and intricate. Why not pop in and take a look for yourself or browse our web pages.

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Adding authenticity to the "wheels on your wagon ...." 😀

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Adding authenticity to the "wheels on your wagon ...." 😀

  At Simon's Trains we now have in stock, Hornby's 12.6mm diameter metal wheel / axle sets in each variety i.e. R8096 - metal disc R8097 - 3 hole metal disc R8098 - 8 spoked From £18.49 for a pack of 10  

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Hornby Magnetic Coupling Packs - now back in stock

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Hornby Magnetic Coupling Packs - now back in stock

By popular demand, we now have Hornby's buckeye or vacuum pipe magnetic couplings (17mm or 20mm) back in stock. R7398 or R7399 or R7400 8 pairs in a pack for £15.99

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ATD Models - Scale Model Card Kits on display in our Shop

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ATD Models - Scale Model Card Kits on display in our Shop

We have a variety to choose from, including their textile mill, 1950s semi-detached house, boiler house with chimney, simple fencing or even a garden shed! ATD state that they use premium board for their kits, that is printed in full colour, pre-cut and creased. Printed glazing is included as standard (where applicable) along with easy-to-follow instructions. Come and have a look for yourself. 

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Extra range of Tools, now available at Simon's Train

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Extra range of Tools, now available at Simon's Train

PECO Kitbuilder and Tracklayer's tool sets in stock. A great selection of handy tools, together with useful guides. We've re-stocked the swivel-top pin vice drills, tweezer and modelling knife sets too. Maybe the perfect gift idea for a Dad, Brother or Husband .....?   

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