martin_l_jones Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 (edited) They are just being prototypical, if you remember the first batch of the real thing sat on the docks at Liverpool for 2-3 weeks before being collectedJim, I fully understand and that’s why we have asked for proof of loading to ship to know we are as scheduled, As a missed boat can lead to serious delays. We’ve never had an issue yet and the only delays have been in HK waiting customrekease which can take up to a week for clearance... This was a light hearted conversation until it got heavy !! Edited June 26, 2018 by martin_l_jones Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 I don’t think there is any need to be sarcastic, It wasn't sarcasm, it was a perspective. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 It wasn't sarcasm, it was a perspective. But if I wrote something like that you would pick me up on it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted June 26, 2018 Share Posted June 26, 2018 Weren’t these sold out at Bachmann and this confused everyone as they weren’t in the2018 catalogue ? Be surprised if many are left on the shelf for long Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold cambo74 Posted June 26, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 26, 2018 Jim, I fully understand and that’s why we have asked for proof of loading to ship to know we are as scheduled, As a missed boat can lead to serious delays. We’ve never had an issue yet and the only delays have been in HK waiting customrekease which can take up to a week for clearance... This was a light hearted conversation until it got heavy !! Mate its a model, it arrives when it arrives. Far more important things in the world to worry about ...... It'll be here soon and then we can go on to worrying about the delays for the other models ..... Think of it this way - the longer it takes to arrive - the more money you have in your bank account ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted June 27, 2018 Share Posted June 27, 2018 Think of it this way - the longer it takes to arrive - the more money you have in your bank account ! It’ll have gone up another £30 by the time it arrives..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reevesthecat Posted June 27, 2018 Share Posted June 27, 2018 To be fair everything from China for all manufacturers seems to be delayed at present must be a conspiracy to do with North Korea or something! However the big yellow ball in the sky is out so I am going to play out for a bit and come back when me mum shouts me in for tea- those were the days! Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PM47079 Posted June 27, 2018 Share Posted June 27, 2018 I am actually considering buying one of these. It will be my first colas loco. But i do rather like it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
randompilgrim Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 As someone whos normally fairly laid back, i'm afraid the "it arrives when it arrives" attitude is what is allowing companies like Bachmann, Hornby etc continue with their inflated prices of products to the extent they do. In doing so, they are killing the hobby. (Not a dig at the poster, just a personal issue. We, the customer, spend thousands of pounds on models, and don't expect to be let down! (Further footnote, I'm no rivet counter!)) Considering the original expectation was November 2017, this is highly embarrassing for Bachmann. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 As someone whos normally fairly laid back, i'm afraid the "it arrives when it arrives" attitude is what is allowing companies like Bachmann, Hornby etc continue with their inflated prices of products to the extent they do. In doing so, they are killing the hobby. (Not a dig at the poster, just a personal issue. We, the customer, spend thousands of pounds on models, and don't expect to be let down! (Further footnote, I'm no rivet counter!)) Considering the original expectation was November 2017, this is highly embarrassing for Bachmann. Be careful you’ll have the “I love Bachmann brigade”after you ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 i'm afraid the "it arrives when it arrives" attitude is what is allowing companies like Bachmann, Hornby etc continue with their inflated prices of products to the extent they do. In doing so, they are killing the hobby. I really can't be doing with such comments; you want them to produce lower specification models or reduce their profits (when they have any) so you can have a cheaper hobby? I don't see any evidence they are killing anything by widening their ranges and producing higher quality models. And how do delays to models 'kill' anything? If the prices are out of reach, live within your means and make do with what you can afford. It's not a problem that society has just had to deal with; generations have gone through far harder times. Be careful you’ll have the “I love Bachmann brigade”after you ! I would hate to disappoint so I have proved you right so you can sit there feeling a little bit more righteous. Do enjoy it, no need to thank me. (It's not about loving anyone in particular, it's just something that comes from exposure to more facts and information than those who wish to cling to their beliefs that they are hard done by.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_l_jones Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 I would hate to disappoint so I have proved you right so you can sit there feeling a little bit more righteous. Do enjoy it, no need to thank me. (It's not about loving anyone in particular, it's just something that comes from exposure to more facts and information than those who wish to cling to their beliefs that they are hard done by.) I’m not dissapointointed by anything apart from your comments. We all understand this is a hobby but No business will survive without sales. Whether it is all down to China I doubt that, I have purchased lots of products manufactured by Bachmann but it is very frustrating the way the business deliveres it’s products, or not in this case. The biggest dissapointment I find about the forum is to get critiqued for having a say. I will close my membership so you don’t have to kick me off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
40F Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 As someone whos normally fairly laid back, i'm afraid the "it arrives when it arrives" attitude is what is allowing companies like Bachmann, Hornby etc continue with their inflated prices of products to the extent they do. In doing so, they are killing the hobby. (Not a dig at the poster, just a personal issue. We, the customer, spend thousands of pounds on models, and don't expect to be let down! (Further footnote, I'm no rivet counter!)) Considering the original expectation was November 2017, this is highly embarrassing for Bachmann. Do we know or are we privy to the reasons for the delay ? No I thought not patience used to be a virtue but clearly it no longer is. It is only a hobby and not a matter of life and death Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 Well I get fed up with moan, moan, moan, moan, moan crowned with an expectation that no-one can pull you up on it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 “ inflated prices “ has often been shown to be misleading. There are relatively no more expensive than 50 years ago. I’m sure Bachmann would rather get this stuff to us ASAP, but it comes along way and the process appears complicated ( if you read the Bachmann mag and the procedure of actually making models ) Also this thing is sold out at the warehouse,,, which means many retailers will be getting them and their must be demand. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stock_2007 Posted June 29, 2018 Share Posted June 29, 2018 I'm sure if you all ask the captain will make the ship go faster...sadly that could put the price of your loco up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shunny Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 Its here my local shop Scoonie Hobbies have advised me that they are expected in shops next week along with sound Jinty and New 9f's. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinC37LG Posted July 3, 2018 Share Posted July 3, 2018 (edited) Yes. Just received confirmation that ours are arriving tomorrow. Fantastic!Should be able to get them up for sale tonight all being well. Update: All now sold, and I believe that was our only opportunity to sell them. Edited July 3, 2018 by martinC37LG 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick G Posted July 3, 2018 Share Posted July 3, 2018 Yes. Just received confirmation that ours are arriving tomorrow. Fantastic! Should be able to get them up for sale tonight all being well. Update: And they are as of now They didn't last long.... I managed to get one though! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
40F Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 At last people can relax THEY ARE HERE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oliver Rails Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 Our stock arrived this morning. Looks a beauty!https://railsofsheffield.com/products/27612/Bachmann-31-591-oo-gauge-class-70-70805-colas-air-intake-modifications 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reevesthecat Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 Wasn't going to buy one -saw the pictures- damn you Oliver at rails all your fault! Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave56 Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 They look so good, I had to order one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold big jim Posted July 6, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 6, 2018 And you don’t even have to worry about weathering it! 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
159220 Posted July 7, 2018 Share Posted July 7, 2018 Mine arrived first thing Friday from Kernow Model Rail Centre, always a superb service and as I had both the Freightliner and Colas on order, the postage was free. You cannot get better service! Bring on another Colas 70/8 in 2019, with the updated Colas safety helmet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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