Model Shop Leeds Reviews 108

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used many different model shops over the past 30 years but only discovered Model Shop Leeds a couple of months ago – I wish I had found the shop earlier. The website is very well set out and ea... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently purchased a Reflex V3 stabiliser which was faulty. The staff at the shop were extremely helpfull in trying to identify what was wrong. In the end I was asked to return the item. It was r... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One of the very few real model shops remaining. I have to purchase by mail-order, but the service is always impeccable. Latest order was placed in the afternoon and arrived the next morning (well do... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a retract controller failed from new , MSL asked for return, within 5 days a replacement unit was delivered after obtaining a replacement from the kit distributor . Ordered parts for a different... See more

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Spot on

I always find them to be friendly, helpful and efficient. I do a lot of online shopping and the service is A+
With reference to the previous reviewer, I make my mind up about the postage charges before I buy......

January 16, 2016
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

EXCESSIVE P & P COSTS

I have recently purchased two small items from this company on-line. The ordering process was easy and the items were despatched together by "UK Mainland Express Shipping" BUT ..... the good news stopped there.

The parcel (large letter size) took two days to arrive and on receipt there were no extra services associated with it (e.g. insurance/guaranteed one-day signed etc) to justify the £2.50 p & p charge.

As I felt this charge to be excessive I queried it with the company for a detailed breakdown. The only information the company would give me was that the ex-VAT value was £2.07.

As the franking label on the parcel showed £0.78p. and the single-skin plastic envelope can be bought for around 2p. from Amazon this gives a total p & p cost of 80p. This leaves £1.27p. unaccounted for.

When I again queried this excessive charge with the company I was told - "We have to buy the franking machine and packing, also we have to take the item to the post office and pay ourselves a wage" !!!

This nonsensical excuse just proves that this company are merely profiteering by making inappropriate charges for non-existent services and hiding them in p & p costs.

This is a deplorable practice for any business, but more so for one which proudly claims to have been operating for over 60 years.

I will most definitely NOT be dealing with them again.

January 5, 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Model Shop Leeds

I've bought many item from MSL and the service has always been quick and efficient, Emails informing you of each order as it progresses and great service. Highly recommended.

TF

February 7, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Twister Quattro-X Quadcopter

After seeing that the shop had 2 Quattro-x in stock on line. I phoned the shop to double check, they advised there was 2 in stock.I went back online purchased 1 & i phoned to ask can i have the goods collected as i work for a courier company. they confirmed my name & addr & mailed to say all was fine for collection & they also refunded my dlvry charge that is taken @ time of puchase.

All round Fantastic Service I would recomend the shop to anyone.
ps.. very pleased with my Quattro-x ( does what it says on the box) cant wait on the weather to get better.

Thank You Model Shop Leeds :-)

Steven

February 1, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First purchase

Found a contact in RCM&E for some unusual glue. Price much less than mail ordering from Germany and the items arrived very quickly. Excellent service.

February 1, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best hobby shop in the country (IMO)

For a number of reasons I do a lot of my hobby shopping online. Anything I've ever ordered from MSL has been despatched very promptly, while their prices are fair and their packaging is streets ahead of anyone else's. They also make a point of keeping you advised by email throughout the process.
I keep a large number of hobby shops in my browser bookmarks, but will only look for another supplier after I've checked whether the thing I need can be bought at MSL. If they have it, they are always my go-to store.

January 26, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Heli parts

Good quick service,kept me informed at all stages of purchase.Would recommend to others.

January 26, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

communication and delivery speed

On Wednesday I ordered a pair of H9 retract struts and was immediately informed that they only had one in stock but more were hopefully expected on the Friday, I requested that just one be sent if the expected order did not arrive. Friday morning both full order of struts arrived at my door.
It doesn't get any better than that. Thanks to all.

January 26, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good Service

MSL provide a great service and deliver goods on time.They also contact you if their is a potential problem and offer a solution.

Great service well recommended

January 25, 2015
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