Philip Jackson Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 I'd certainly support an Accurascale / Irish Railway Models collectors club. I'm in the Bachmann and Hornby clubs 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold McC Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 4, 2022 2 minutes ago, Philip Jackson said: I'd certainly support an Accurascale / Irish Railway Models collectors club. I'm in the Bachmann and Hornby clubs How would you see it working and what would be the value add? accurascale already give all customers 10% off on bundles of wagons and coaches (two or more in a purchase) and free post (DHL Next day tracked) throughout the UK for free, and 3% cash back in credit through the loyalty scheme once you have an account with us. 5 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 And we already get LOVELY news letters... and you can approach them on here, facebook, chat, mail, pigeon.... Articles? Look at those How to guides on line.... (And I'm sure I have not even scratched the surface). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewB7585 Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 Accurascale already provide the benefits of a collectors club without the annual fee. The discounts and money back described above, the exclusive models and the behind the scenes information. All that’s missing is a pin badge nobody ever would wear and a branded biro 2 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 4, 2022 Im in the club has brought most of us to tears one way or another over the years, they dont need one,just our support and they give us more than enough in return. 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium younGGuns7 Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 4, 2022 1 hour ago, McC said: How would you see it working and what would be the value add? accurascale already give all customers 10% off on bundles of wagons and coaches (two or more in a purchase) and free post (DHL Next day tracked) throughout the UK for free, and 3% cash back in credit through the loyalty scheme once you have an account with us. One off specials or special bundle packs limited to the CC to start with either available annually or for special announcements. A good catalogue to accompany the release with class working details and history and perhaps a special announcement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Bucoops Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 4, 2022 1 hour ago, McC said: How would you see it working and what would be the value add? accurascale already give all customers 10% off on bundles of wagons and coaches (two or more in a purchase) and free post (DHL Next day tracked) throughout the UK for free, and 3% cash back in credit through the loyalty scheme once you have an account with us. Ok, but what have Accurascale ever done for us? 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post black and decker boy Posted August 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 4, 2022 Paying an annual fee for the privilege of buying models at full list RRP doesn’t tick any boxes for me. I’m not a fan of printed glossy brochures either, more happy with online info. I like your current business model. Don’t change what’s not broken 1 28 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 4, 2022 32 minutes ago, Bucoops said: Ok, but what have Accurascale ever done for us? Agreed,but apart from the Deltic,the 30 and 31,the 37,the 92 and the Manors,the Mk1,the Mk2 and the Mk5,s what have Accurascale ever.................. 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyman7 Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 13 minutes ago, black and decker boy said: Paying an annual fee for the privilege of buying models at full list RRP doesn’t tick any boxes for me. I’m not a fan of printed glossy brochures either, more happy with online info. I like your current business model. Don’t change what’s not broken You forgot having a lounge area at exhibitions where only Special People are allowed 🙂 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Markwj Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 4, 2022 I don’t think accurascale need anymore of my money via a collectors club, they have enough through their model range! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Mac Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 A Collectors club where the select few can sell on flea bay for a profit, the limited editions denied to non members? Accurascale have got it just right as it is…. 3 2 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold ian Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 4, 2022 (edited) Each year all the members are entered into a draw. The winner gets to pick the prototype for the next release.... They'd be beating people off with a stick! Edited August 4, 2022 by ian 2 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Flying Pig Posted August 4, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 4, 2022 2 hours ago, Bucoops said: Ok, but what have Accurascale ever done for us? I asked my father's father's father's father if Accurascale ever bled him dry and apparently they didn't. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Popular Post Islesy Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Premium Popular Post Share Posted August 5, 2022 We like to think of all of our customers as being part of the Accurascale ‘club’ already and I honestly cannot see any benefit in creating a paid for club. As has already been pointed out we already have a 10% discount in place for multiple buys from our warehouse, and we also have ‘exclusive’ Accurascale editions available for each model released, which are only available from our website (and which are available to all). There is a loyalty scheme already in place; the Accurascale credits, and again, these are available to all. At shows, we welcome everyone equally and will gladly spend time chatting with all our potential and existing customers - no ‘special’ zone from us! We have already produced a catalogue for our range (free, I might add) and as our range grows, so will the catalogue. Regular updates? Well, again, we already do that, and you don’t have to be part of a ‘club’ to get them. Yes, it would be nice to produce a quarterly Accurascale magazine (I certainly miss writing magazine articles) and it’s something that, in time, we may consider as we grow, but that’s an undertaking that needs to be done well, (not as an afterthought to justify a membership fee). So, in my opinion, I’d say no to any form of Collectors’ Club. All the best, Paul 11 10 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold NHY 581 Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 5, 2022 Why fix something that isn't broke ? Just because Bachmann and Hornby do something it doesn't mean that everyone needs to get in step. We don't have to follow on like sheep.........and I should know... Rob. 2 6 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium curlypaws Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 5, 2022 43 minutes ago, NHY 581 said: We don't have to follow on like sheep Baa! But to the point - I think what Accurascale offer is better at the cost of 'free'. The credits are very generous and save you money while you will pay full retail price through the Bachmann Collector's Club. You don't get a regular magazine, but the guys at Accurascale are constantly available via RMWeb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Legend Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 5, 2022 I think these guys have a different way to market . The level of interaction on here is fantastic . I've also used their ordering helpline and its equally slick . They've already built up brand loyalty . I view Collectors clubs as the old way for the traditional suppliers that are perhaps not as in touch with their end market . No need for one is my view. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Decorum Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 I’ve been a member of Bachmann’s club for years and I’m perfectly happy to remain one. Members’ days have given me memories to treasure. I dumped the Hornby one many years ago because it was so hopeless and promises of improvements were not fulfilled. I don’t see any need for an Accurascale club for the many reasons set out above. Accurascale and Bachmann do things differently. That’s just fine by me. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaGrange Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 (edited) 14 hours ago, McC said: How would you see it working and what would be the value add? I love collecting pens and keyrings, oh and USB sticks, and coasters, and MUGS Just need the signed photo of @Islesy now and my life is complete Edited August 5, 2022 by LaGrange 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSpencer Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 4 hours ago, Islesy said: Yes, it would be nice to produce a quarterly Accurascale magazine (I certainly miss writing magazine articles) and it’s something that, in time, we may consider as we grow, but that’s an undertaking that needs to be done well, (not as an afterthought to justify a membership fee). Even that part, could be done as a blog or PDFs to download (I think a few exist out there anyway). I don't really see the interest. There are many mainstream magazines out there TBH. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Bucoops Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 5, 2022 (edited) 5 hours ago, NHY 581 said: Why fix something that isn't broke ? Just because Bachmann and Hornby do something it doesn't mean that everyone needs to get in step. We don't have to follow on like sheep.........and I should know... Rob. Please don't, it'll all end in tiers. edit: I feel like I may have used this one before, but who cares, it's going to run and run. I am truly inspired. Edited August 5, 2022 by Bucoops 1 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bishdurham Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 I think it says a lot of Accurascale that although there is no need for a club, there are a lot of us out there that would be happy to join it. Being old school, I'd like a magazine that contained the news and reviews that are on line, but I'd prefer to spend money on stock and if I really need a printed page I can print from the website. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold JohnR Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 5, 2022 I would say that its not a collectors club that is needed, but a fan club would be nice. I think Accurascale have a lot of fans of their work, and the way they go about things. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted August 5, 2022 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 5, 2022 I would have to say no. I do not want a Fran themed duvet cover or any other assorted club promotional items. 1 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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