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Huntsman fittings kit.

Hi Novagsio Do tread carefully if you intend to use Westbourne as there has been posts on this and other sites regarding their poor service level and lack of advertised stock. Canabus has a build blog mdlbt.com/31424 Not sure exactly what fittings you require but Reade Models may be able to help as they supported fittings for many of the kits produced alongside the Precedent range. http://reademodels.com If you are looking for the window frames then you may need to fabricate from liteply, or if you have a 3D printer source have some fabricated.

7 years ago by Dave M

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34'' sea commander Aerokits kit

Hey Garth. I feel the same as Doug. DO NOT ORDER OFF

westbourne models

UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. All the forms are strewn with people who have lost money to them and never got it back. Please heed these warnings. Kindest wishes, Dave W 😊

7 years ago by rolfman2000

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34'' sea commander Aerokits kit

Hi Garth, if you mean

westbourne models

DON'T TOUCH 'EM WITH A 10FOOT BARGE POLE! Every model boat web site is full of long running threads about order taken, money paid and nothing delivered and no contact or just bullshit excuses! Also here - https://model-boats.com/forum/hobby-chit-chat/9463 better look somewhere else 🤔 Cheers Doug 😎

7 years ago by RNinMunich

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westbourne models

I do and seen nothing

7 years ago by none

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westbourne models

Hi All, Are

westbourne models

still trading? Regards Joe

7 years ago by GYJOE

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westbourne models

Have anyone who live anywhere near them seen if they are still trading.

7 years ago by tidtug

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westbourne models

Hi Lads, Many thanks for that,think i'll keep well clear Regards Joe

7 years ago by GYJOE

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westbourne models

There will be other model shops closer to you with the same items

7 years ago by none

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westbourne models

Hi Joe I hate to talk ill of any model shop, but give them a wide berth. Dave

7 years ago by EAGLE

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westbourne models

Hi Joe, if they are it borders on a miracle! Don't touch them, they have a shocking reputation for taking the money and delivering at best excuses. Check here - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/www.westbourne-model.co.uk Cheers Doug 😎

7 years ago by RNinMunich

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westbourne models

Yet they still show the shop frontage on their site and Magazine adverts. it was a sad day when my local model shop Ashton Models closed, know far and wide used it man and boy in that order, they were old school, seemed to know everything about any hobby you could think of, rarely where they stumped. if you needed a thingy bob for a whats it you call it, you left with the very thing you needed, it was a treasure trove. A sad day indeed when they closed.

7 years ago by Peter47

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westbourne models

still in Business? Been Trying too get a 75mm Prop, no joy phoning.😉

7 years ago by castlegloom

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westbourne models

hi this is the part of the miniutes from the club i belong to not looking good as i liked the old shop. 🤔Model shops - There are now no local model shops, Westbourne Model Shop are working out of a garage opposite their previous shop, not much stock is held and not easy to look at, some members have said its not worth going to😱😱

7 years ago by twofloats12

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Tags.

the important thing about

westbourne models

is to stop mentioning them ! 😜

7 years ago by Haverlock

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westbourne models

I ordered two props from Westbourne Did not receive them. When I emailed them NO reply.Had to go through PayPal to get my money back. After three emails with PayPal got my money Will never use them again.

7 years ago by jacktar

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Tags.

Hi Robbob, We're slowly and steadily tagging keywords across the website. It's an experiment at the moment more than anything else. I do like how you can drill down into boat names and keywords though, which then brings up other posts from across the website containing those words. It could be used for all sorts of things mind. Recommending things you might be interested in, to show trending tags, similar to twitter! it also helps search engines. The website is still a little lost in Google. Stupidly

westbourne models

ranks much higher than both this site and meyhem! Stephen

7 years ago by fireboat

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westbourne models

DO NOT order from Westbourne. There have been many complaints on various forums about their lack of service and concern for the customer (myself included). It appears (from another forum) that the shop is boarded up and they only trade via the internet now. But, DO NOT order over the net. I did a few months ago and when I eventually found out that they didn't stock the props I wanted, I cancelled the order and was assured a full refund would be paid. They did not, and after chasing numerous times had to get my credit card company involved. BTW, when I did once get through on the phone and I said I'd sent an email, the guy on the phone said they don't bother with emails as there's so many backed up at their email address!!! It's a shame their website is so slick but the customer service 'aint.

7 years ago by red110kev

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westbourne models

I ordered some parts over two years ago, still waiting they do not answer emails or the phone, why Model Boats allow them to advertise I do not know. a complete waste of time go to Cornwall model boats they are fantastic.

7 years ago by ColinT

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westbourne models

Hi Peter, lost my trust in Westbourne when i visited the shop 2 years ago, popped in just looking (like you do) 3 o'clock friday afternoon was only there about 5 minutes when the guy behind the counter demanded i bought something or leave, great customer service (i dont think)

7 years ago by jarvo

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westbourne models

Hi Peter47, Sorry to read what your going through, This is why I have been making my Purchases from Cornwall Model Boats. I've been purchasing from them for over 9 months now with no problems. So if you need model boat parts or supplies you should consider Cornwall Model Boats. their also a very friendly and helpful bunch. Also I live in the States and I receive my parcel in about a weeks time. PS. Stay away from Westbourne all I've heard is People having problems with their purchases.

7 years ago by figtree7nts

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westbourne models

I have not got what I order from Westbourne ever, either send me an alternative or after a phone call or three was told out of stock, still a waiting refund, not a large amount so not too bothered, just trust as gone out the window. They still advertising on web and Model boat magazines. I'd stick with Cornwall Model or any other Model shop, but Westbourne.

7 years ago by Peter47

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westbourne models

Try here http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/propellers.html Ed

7 years ago by figtree7nts

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westbourne models

Hi Castlegloom I have ordered all of my supplies from Cornwall Model Boats! They have a great turn around time as well. I'd like to point out I live in the states, my parcels take about a week. How's that for quick delivery service.

7 years ago by figtree7nts

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westbourne models

still in Business as have tried phoning and ordering online from them. Needing 4blade 75mm prop

7 years ago by castlegloom

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westbourne models

Hi mate, dont go to Westbourne, follow the posts on here, go to Cornwall MB or Deans Marine

7 years ago by jarvo

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Westbourne Model Centre

I have never used

westbourne models

myself. But with all I have seen here on this Model Boats Website regarding their bad service to our modelling community, I'm surprised to see that they are still listed on the Useful Links on this site ??

8 years ago by BOATSHED

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Westbourne Model Centre

westbourne models

are useless, hopefuly you paid by credit card which means that you can reclaim your money through your bank. Personally I can highly reccomend Cornwall Model Boats.

8 years ago by vosper

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Westbourne Model Centre

Well Mr Pete Davis of

westbourne models

, can I look forward to receiving my order that I placed with you on 2nd January 2016, Order No CT59HZ10012008 1 x Danforth anchor A4026/60 £2.60 1 x Danforth anchor A4026/40 £2.60 2 x Lift Raft Feet part No 1517 £2.48 = £4.98 2 x Life Raft 2 Pcs £2.92 = 5.86 Sub Total £16.02 Shipping(Standard Delivery) £3.65 VAT £3.94 Total £23.61 I live in hope that you read these customer complaints and do the honest thing, DO NOT forget it is US that keep your business going, it will be YOU that makes it close down.

8 years ago by ColinT

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Westbourne Model Centre

I have recently been playing around with quadcopters and have found a number of model supply places that give good service. Even items ordered from china have arrived ( 20-21 days) but they get here! So it would seem to me that

westbourne models

will soon cease to trade.

8 years ago by Haverlock

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Westbourne Model Centre

Heard an article regarding

westbourne models

on today's Radio 4 You and Yours. The guy from Westbourne didn't fill me with any confidence regarding doing any business with them. You should be able to hear the episode on BBC Iplayer.

8 years ago by Dave_P

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

SkipperVOFGmBC did it: thanks to his intellicence and convincing work and to the reliability of

westbourne models

Directional staff I got the total resolution of the problem that, I repeat is securely totally due to the distance between us and relate comunication difficulty; Westbourne absolutely redimed and Skipper really great detective but primarly a nice and polite person: one word a"friend" with his "divertente" way to speak italian Tanks my friend and everybody who partecpatrd to this forum in the interest of us model hobby addicted

8 years ago by saintsalvio

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

I need to buy some crew members for my model Tugboat but, after reading this I know were I'm not buying them from! Sorry to see you going through so much Saintsalvio.

westbourne models

shame on you! 👎 😟

8 years ago by figtree7nts

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

Sadly our Friend "Saintsalvio"in italy has still NOT received his Refund From

westbourne models

. I phoned them again today on his behalf. I was given all sorts of excuses why he has not been refunded. But today they have assured me the "Refund" has now been sent as we spoke on the phone. Until Sainsalvio gets his Refund I will remain calm, lol, but Westbourne will be getting a much more strongly worded call from me once it has been settled. Watch this space!!

8 years ago by SkipperVGMBC

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WESTBOURNE MODEL CO.

Hi Guys I live about 5 miles from Westbourne. The shop has been empty at least since Oct 2015 when I last went by there. Builders onsite refurbishing the shop unit no sign of

westbourne models

. I didn't stop as anyone who has been there knows parking is very difficult. To day 3rd May 2016. I again went by, just out of curiosity as so many modellers on many forums are having problems with

westbourne models

. Situation still the same, builders equipment and materials on site, the sign above the shop reads "To let" again I couldn't park to get a closer look or ask one of the builders what the situation was. Perhaps Westbourne operate from home these days, I have no idea. If I do get a chance I will stop by and ask someone in a nearby shop perhaps. I hope this may be of some help to forum members. Brian

8 years ago by Oldsmokey

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

Update (4..30pm), Ref Saintsalvio Refund. I called back

westbourne models

. Again Spoke to Geoff, I gently persuaded him to speak with Martin Shanks (Manager) whilst I was on the Phone. I have been assured that this Refund will be done today, lets watch this space !!!

8 years ago by SkipperVGMBC

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

Telephoned

westbourne models

Today on behalf of our Fellow Boating Friend Saintsalvio in italy. Spoke to "Geoff" at

westbourne models

, explaining situation. Got the usual response, Only the Boss can do Re-Funds. The Boss being a Martin Shanks. I have been assured that our fellow Boating Friend will have a Re-fund Today. I have told

westbourne models

that I will phone later Today to check this has been done. I have to say, I played it calmly, in the hope this can be sorted..fingers crossed guys.

8 years ago by SkipperVGMBC

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

Saintsalvio...I will personaly take up your case and phone

westbourne models

...enough is enough

8 years ago by SkipperVGMBC

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

westbourne models

is open to the public with all the products on display as before. The new place is opposite to the old shop but on two floors. I have never had any problems when dealing with

westbourne models

. I just find it a long way to go when I want parts.

8 years ago by bluestreak505

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Is westbournemodel@ co serious?

I have used

westbourne models

for a while and have had no trouble with them. They have recently relocated to a new building across the road from their old shop. had a few problems with the telephone lines so communications were bad. I do shop there as its the nearest model shop that deals with boats to me, even though its takes one and half hours to get there.

8 years ago by bluestreak505

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WESTBOURNE MODEL CO.

It's somewhat distressing to hear all the criticism about

westbourne models

. I have not used them recently but in the past I found them very good. it's a shame they can not come on this site and justify themselves. Needless to say, I will not be using them again, at least not until I hear they have significantly improved.

8 years ago by cenbeth

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Westbourne Model Centre

Sadly I also experienced problems with

westbourne models

. Like others here I had to ask my Credit Card company to step in by giving Westbourne official notification of impending action.

8 years ago by SkipperVGMBC

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Speed controller

Just been to E-Bay and did a search this link popped up still same price and in stock - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320A-7-2V-16V-Bidirectional-Brushed-ESC-Speed-Controller-RC-Car-Truck-Boat-T5-/400556979559?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item5d430e7567 - have sent for one over a week ago, but that is normal, patience is a virtue :-). Did order some parts from

westbourne models

in May, emails got bounced repeatedly and finally got through on telephone, but despite many assurances and a promise of owner personal email, Zilch so far, the cost involved is minimal so not too worried, but its the lack of service and broken promises that is the most upsetting, belief others have had similar experiences with this shop on checking around web, so in no rush to order any more stuff from that site :-(

10 years ago by Peter47

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