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The Full Listing

This page lists companies that manufacture and/or sell items you may need to complete your layout or diorama. Note that not all companies are listed here; only the ones that specifically carry S-scale products, or have indicated that they support S-scale modelers. There are a total of 292 entries listed on this page.

1 Stop Diecast

(last reviewed on 03/17/2023)

Notes

Address is their mailing address only; do not visit in person.

1001Hobbies

(last reviewed on 03/19/2023)

2 Scale Fabrications

(last reviewed on 03/20/2023)

3000 Toys

(last reviewed on 03/22/2023)

Notes

Owns the brand name "3D to Scale", which produces 3D-printed items.

3D Building Models

(last reviewed on 03/23/2023)

3D to Scale

(last reviewed on 03/24/2023)

Notes

This is a brand name owned by online retailer 3000toys.com.

3DCerebro

(last reviewed on 03/25/2023)

3DP Train

(last reviewed on 03/26/2023)

Notes

This company, operating somewhat similar to the Dutch company Shapeways, prints and sells 3D-printed parts and railroad equipment for scale modelers. The products are sold by independent companies or individuals, but printed and shipped by 3DP Train. Models are printed on-demand, meaning that it may take a week or longer before it is shipped.

3dPrint64

(last reviewed on 03/27/2023)

ACME Trading Co.

(last reviewed on 03/29/2023)

Action Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 03/30/2023)

Admiral Duck Sauce

(last reviewed on 04/02/2023)

Ag Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 04/04/2023)

History

The company was started in 2004.

Ages of Sail

(last reviewed on 04/05/2023)

Notes

The company is the US' distributor for the Italian Amati products. Do a search for "1:64" (without the quotes).

Airplane Collection (The)

(last reviewed on 04/06/2023)

akf models

(last reviewed on 04/07/2023)

Amati

(last reviewed on 04/15/2023)

Amazon

(last reviewed on 04/18/2023)

Amercom

(last reviewed on 04/19/2023)

Notes

Their products are available via various online retailers.

History

The company was started as a publishing house in 1993. However, they eventually switched to just producing diecast models.

American Diorama

(last reviewed on 04/20/2023)

Notes

Their factory is in China, but their headquarters are in California.

American Model Builders

(last reviewed on 03/25/2023)

American Models

(last reviewed on 05/04/2023)

NASG Charles Sandersfeld Memorial Award

Advertises in the NASG's Dispatch

Participates in the NASG's RMC inside-the-cover ad

Notes

This company manufactures just about anything you need to build a complete S-scale layout. If you are just starting out, or if you are looking to expand your layout, be sure to visit this company's web site, and you might also want to order their catalog.

History

Ron started the company in 1981, with their first advertisements appearing in 1982 showing their first product, the FP7 diesel locomotive. S-Helper Service, created to support the manufacture of new S-scale products, started collaborating with American Models in 1989. This ended in 1995. The future looked bright when American Models announced in 2017 that they had acquired a new and larger manufacturing facility. Unfortunately, Ron passed away on December 4, 2021. Ron's wife, Karen, announced that the company will continue to operate with the same personnel.

Aoshima

(last reviewed on 04/22/2023)

Notes

The company sells wholesale only, so do a research fot their products with retailers that stock them.

History

The company was founded in 1924 by Jiro Aoshima in Shizuoka, Japan as an aeroplane research company. In 1929 they added wooden model kits because of their prototype research. Since 1961 they have been producing plastic model kits in various scales.

Arizona Rock & Mineral Co

(last reviewed on 05/17/2023)

History

The company was started in 1988.

Arttista Accessories

(last reviewed on 05/18/2023)

History

Primarily an O-scale figure manufacturer, the company started producing S-scale figures in 1990.

Aspen Modeling Company (The)

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Atlantis Model Company

(last reviewed on 05/22/2023)

History

Started in 2009 by the former owners of Megahobby.com (which was started in 2000). They manufacture and resell injection-molded plastic model kits. In 2018 they bought the tooling for many of the kits formerly released by Revell, which included ones from Monogram, Revell, Aurora, and Renwal. All tooling has been moved to their facility, and all of their kits are made in the USA.

Auto World

(last reviewed on 04/23/2023)

Notes

The company also is a retailer for other brands, via their online Auto World Store.

History

The company was founded in 1958 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. At some point they moved to their present location.

AutoMotionFX

(last reviewed on 05/23/2023)

Awesome Diecast

(last reviewed on 05/25/2023)

Notes

The facilities are open to visitors (try to call ahead if possible).

History

The company was started in 2002.

B.T.S.

(last reviewed on 06/04/2023)

NASG Charles Sandersfeld Memorial Award

Notes

Address is for mail orders only; they are not set up for visitors.

History

Started as a brick-n-mortar hobby store in 1979 called Bill's Train Shop. In 1984 they changed to a mail-order business. In 1991 they produced their first kit (an S-scale one). In 1996 they bought both Amity Star Models and took over SouthWind Models' brass detailing parts (only). In 1997 they bought Sn3/On3 Rio Grande Models products. In 1998 they bought Master Creations, which was a laser-cut kit manufacturer that started in 1984, and were a sub-contractor for B.T.S.' kits. In 2005 B.T.S. moved to West Virginia. Bill also created and ran the "S/Sn3 Buyers Guide" magazine, published six times per year from 1993 through 1999 (its name was changed to "S/Sn3 Modeling Guide" in 1995).

Back Forty Scale Models

(last reviewed on 06/05/2023)

Backdrop Warehouse

(last reviewed on 06/07/2023)

Notes

People have reported being happy with their backdrops, but their web site is very difficult to use. So, unfortunately, you just have to keep clicking on buttons or links until you find a page that lists some examples. Every page is completely different from a previous one, so it is a frustrating experience. You might consider calling or e-mailing them (see e-mailing instructions here: http://backdropwarehouse.com/email.htm).

History

The company was started in 1996.

Bar Mills Scale Model Works

(last reviewed on 05/21/2023)

Notes

They have an Sn2 layout, Wharf Street, in the lobby of their building.

Bare Metal Foil

(last reviewed on 06/11/2023)

Notes

Bare-Metal Foil is the original detailing foil used to duplicate the chrome on model cars and natural metal on model aircraft. The foil is extremely thin, so details remain visible.

History

The concept of bare-metal foils was invented in 1970, which started this company.

Bark River Scale Models

(last reviewed on 06/14/2023)

Notes

East West Rail Service's web site hosts selling the products that Roy produces.

Bart's Pneumatics Corporation

(last reviewed on 06/17/2023)

Notes

Started as an industrial re-motoring and air-compressor maintenance company, the company now is also a reseller for S-scale products. They manufacture "Supersmoke". They have an S-scale layout on their premises, since 1977, that is open to the public during the Christmas holiday season.

Berkshire Valley Models

(last reviewed on 06/20/2023)

Notes

The company primarily makes O-scale detailing parts and items, but they do have a special page wherein they list items that are suitable for S-scale. They also produce S-scale structure kits.

History

Trivia: Rich is the son of the founder of Micro Engineering, the well-known rail manufacturing company.

Bill's Models

(last reviewed on 06/24/2023)

Billings Boats USA

(last reviewed on 06/28/2023)

History

The manufacturing arm of the company was started in 1958 in Denmark. The company eventually expanded to also sell other kit manufacturers, and they created the U.S. store in California in 1965.

Black Forest Hobby Supply

(last reviewed on 07/01/2023)

Blair Line, LLC

(last reviewed on 07/04/2023)

Bluejacket Shipcrafters

(last reviewed on 07/05/2023)

Notes

Search their web site for 3/16" or 1:64 scale to find S-scale ships.

History

The company was founded in 1905, when Horace built models for the U.S. Navy.

Bob The Train Guy

(last reviewed on 07/06/2023)

Bone Valley Scale Models

(last reviewed on 07/08/2023)

Notes

See the link provided on the Shapeways page to his web site, where he offers 3D design services for railroad-related equipment in all scales.

Bossen Implement, Inc.

(last reviewed on 07/12/2023)

Builders in Scale

(last reviewed on 07/17/2023)

Burbank's House of Hobbies

(last reviewed on 07/18/2023)

Burning Rubber Toy Company

(last reviewed on 01/02/2023)

Caldercraft

(last reviewed on 07/22/2023)

Notes

UK company with US retailers. The company itself does not appear to have a web site, so the link is to one (of several) U.S. retailers.

Cartesian Junction

(last reviewed on 07/25/2023)

Notes

This company sells only throug eBay. The produce 3D-printed kits of various structures as well as detailing parts. The kit arrive unpainted and require assembly.

CatzPaw Innovations, LLC

(last reviewed on 07/30/2023)

History

The two ladies who own the company started by making only S-scale products, as that is their primary interest. However, as other modelers discovered their product line, they started requesting that they'd make them available in their scales, too.

CB's designs

(last reviewed on 07/27/2023)

Notes

The owner is open to converting existing designs to S-scale, if you see something in another scale that he offers that you would like to buy in S.

cgtrader

(last reviewed on 08/20/2023)

Notes

This web site sells software files that can be downloaded to then print on your own 3D printer.

History

The company was started in 2011 by Marius Kalytis, who is an accomplished 3D designer. The company is based in Lithuania, but they have an office in the U.S.

Circle C Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 08/26/2023)

Circus City Decals & Graphics

(last reviewed on 03/21/2023)

Coastmans Scenic Products

(last reviewed on 09/02/2023)

History

The company was started in 2010.

Collectible Diecast

(last reviewed on 09/05/2023)

History

The company was started in 1998 selling only on eBay. In 2000 they switched to selling direct via their web site. Vertana bought the company in 2014, and in 2017 sold the company to Collectible Brands.

Corgi

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

History

In the 1930s, Mettoy Company created the Corgi brand name (named after the Welsh Corgi dog breed). Then in 1999 Corgi International Limited of Hong Kong buys Corgi Classics, and in 2008 Hornby Hobbies buys Corgi.

Cornwall Model Boats

(last reviewed on 09/09/2023)

Crusader Rail Services

(last reviewed on 01/29/2023)

Notes

The owner announced his retirement at the beginning of 2022, remaining open only until his inventory has been sold. Several S items are stll listed as being available.

Cults 3D

(last reviewed on 09/14/2023)

Notes

If you have access to a 3D-printer, this web site offers free or relatively inexpensive CAD designs that you can download and then print yourself.

Custom Model Creations LLC

(last reviewed on 09/16/2023)

History

Started in 2011.

Custom Model Depot

(last reviewed on 07/08/2023)

D C Toy Trucks

(last reviewed on 09/19/2023)

Notes

The owner's own introduction video.

Dakotah Toys

(last reviewed on 09/21/2023)

History

The company was started in 1995.

Dalles Hostler's Models (The)

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Notes

The last page of the web site shows their S-scale products.

Dalton's Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 09/23/2023)

DarkHorizonStore

(last reviewed on 09/27/2023)

Daron Worldwide Trading

(last reviewed on 09/28/2023)

Dave's Model Railway Stuff

(last reviewed on 09/08/2022)

Deben LLC

(last reviewed on 02/20/2023)

Notes

This company is still for sale as of February 2023.

Deerfield River Laser

(last reviewed on 09/15/2022)

Denny's 3D Classic Trucks & Farm

(last reviewed on 05/04/2023)

Notes

Focuses mostly on 1:64 items.

Die Cast X

(last reviewed on 10/01/2022)

Die-Cast Promotions

(last reviewed on 12/28/2022)

History

This was a brand name owned by Ertl. First Gear bought the brand in September 2018.

Diecast Collector Store

(last reviewed on 10/02/2022)

Diecast Direct

(last reviewed on 10/04/2022)

Diecast Express

(last reviewed on 03/20/2023)

Diecast Masters

(last reviewed on 10/05/2022)

Notes

They don't have their 1:64 models listed on their web site yet, but they started releasing a few in mid-2019.

Diecast Models Wholesale

(last reviewed on 10/06/2022)

DiecastAirplane

(last reviewed on 10/11/2022)

Digitawn

(last reviewed on 06/07/2023)

Diorama Supplies

(last reviewed on 05/15/2022)

Dixie Union Station

(last reviewed on 10/15/2022)

DMS Engineering

(last reviewed on 10/19/2022)

Double G Diecast

(last reviewed on 10/20/2022)

Down Range Productions

(last reviewed on 10/21/2022)

Dwarvin

(last reviewed on 10/25/2022)

Eastern Road Models

(last reviewed on 06/08/2022)

eBay

(last reviewed on 11/01/2022)

Eight Wheeler Models

(last reviewed on 11/04/2022)

Ertl

(last reviewed on 01/19/2023)

History

Fred Ertl started the privately-owned company in 1945 in Dubuque, Iowa. In 1959 they moved to Dyersville, Iowa. In 1967 they were bought by Victor Comptometer Corporation. The company was sold in 1977 to Walter Kidde & Company, Inc. In 1992 Fred Ertl retires. In 1999 the company was bought by Racing Champions (diecast vehicles manufacturer), which turned the name into a brand, and renamed themselves to Racing Champions Ertl. This company was re-created under the name RC2 a few years later, and then that company was bought by the Japanese Tomy International in 2011. Round 2 LLC (the company that owns Auto World) received the rights from Tomy International to produce Racing Champions and Ertl brand vehicles in 2015.

Etsy

(last reviewed on 11/06/2022)

Eureka Miniatures

(last reviewed on 11/07/2022)

Evergreen Hill Designs, LLC

(last reviewed on 01/21/2023)

Fairfield Collectibles

(last reviewed on 11/12/2022)

Farm Factor 3D

(last reviewed on 11/15/2022)

NASG member

Figure WorkShop

(last reviewed on 11/22/2022)

First Gear

(last reviewed on 11/23/2022)

Notes

They purchased Die-Cast Promotions in 2019.

History

The company was started in 1992 in Dubuque, but moved to Peosta the next year. In 2018 they bought Die Cast Promotions, which was a company owned by Ertl.

Flying Mule (The)

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Notes

Their warehouse is open during regular business hours for visits. Their web site does not have an S-scale category, but if you dig around a bit, you will find models that are close to S-scale.

Fourth Dimension

(last reviewed on 11/28/2022)

Fred's Train Shop

(last reviewed on 11/30/2022)

Notes

The owner is an experienced layout builder.

Freetime Hobbies

(last reviewed on 02/20/2023)

Notes

They are currently functioning as a warehouse, but they are planning on adding a walk-in retailing store.

History

The parent company was started in 1968.

Frenchman River Model Works

(last reviewed on 12/01/2022)

Frontline Wargaming

(last reviewed on 12/04/2022)

Fun & Games

(last reviewed on 12/09/2022)

History

Started in 1993.

Funaro & Camerlengo

(last reviewed on 12/09/2022)

Notes

See this web site for photos of barrels, crates, and other items, which the author claims would be perfectly-sized for S-scale. The company was the manufacturer for products sold by Central Hobby Supply under their brand name "West Shore Line".

G Mil Models

(last reviewed on 06/08/2023)

GCLaser

(last reviewed on 12/11/2022)

Gilbert Gallery (The)

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Global Diecast Direct

(last reviewed on 12/13/2022)

Greenlight Collectibles

(last reviewed on 12/14/2022)

H Lab (The)

(last reviewed on 09/05/2022)

Notes

The page linked to contains a link to his YouTube video where he shows how to use the part.

Harbor Models

(last reviewed on 12/14/2022)

Notes

Do not visit the location - order pick-up and returns only.

Hattons

(last reviewed on 03/26/2023)

History

The store as started by Norman Hatton in 1946. His son Keith and daughter Chriistine took over in 1998 upon Norman's death. Upon Keith's death in 2008, Richard became the majority shareholder.

He6agon

(last reviewed on 12/16/2022)

Heartland Custom Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 12/16/2022)

Henning's Trains

(last reviewed on 12/16/2022)

Hiawatha Hobbies

(last reviewed on 12/16/2022)

Hobbyspeed.com

(last reviewed on 09/17/2023)

Holden8702

(last reviewed on 02/19/2023)

Horizon Diecast

(last reviewed on 10/04/2022)

Hot Wheels

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Notes

Hot Wheels is a brand name owned by Mattel, Inc. Their vehicles are to be considered "box scale", which means that they are manufactured to fit into a 3-1/2" long retail box. This means that some of them may indeed scale out to be close to S-scale. You'll have to use your own judgment to decide.

Hunterline

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

Notes

The company attends many train shows in Canada and the U.S.

History

The company was started in 1994.

Iconic Replica

(last reviewed on 04/04/2023)

Imex Model Company

(last reviewed on 03/01/2023)

History

The company was started in 1974 as a hobby distributor in Central Islip, New York. They moved to Florida in 1992.

Innovative Hobby Supply

(last reviewed on 02/20/2023)

Inter-Action Hobbies

(last reviewed on 02/14/2023)

Iowa Scaled Engineering

(last reviewed on 03/01/2023)

Irregular Miniatures

(last reviewed on 03/02/2023)

James Regier's Models

(last reviewed on 09/19/2023)

Notes

James lists his available products in a document on the Google web site

Jason's Brass Poles

(last reviewed on 01/31/2023)

Notes

The company is a dealer for Tichy Train Group products, some with discounts. The company does not have a dedicated web site, but they are listed on eBay and on Facebook, plus reachable via e-mail or telephone. Custom orders can be discussed. See the Supplemental File for their PDF catalog.

Supplemental File

The Company's Product Listing

JensenDiecast

(last reviewed on 02/27/2023)

JL Innovative Design

(last reviewed on 02/27/2023)

NASG member

Notes

The company name is Costello Manufacturing. They have purchased the following companies: JL Innovative, Durango Express, and Railway Express Miniatures. These product lines combined offer structure kits, billboards, and detailing parts. They are willing to produce anything listed in the other scales in S.

History

JL Innovative Design was started in 1991 to produce N- and HO-scale structure kits and detailing parts.

JT Toys

(last reviewed on 02/27/2023)

Justin Displays

(last reviewed on 02/27/2023)

Kane's Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Kanuck Valley Models

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Karson Diecast Co.

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Kent's Stuff

(last reviewed on 02/28/2023)

kijiji

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Kiwi Trains

(last reviewed on 11/26/2022)

KnuckleDuster Miniatures

(last reviewed on 01/30/2023)

Kyoso

(last reviewed on 04/10/2023)

Larc Products

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Lehigh Valley Models

(last reviewed on 02/22/2023)

Notes

Their kits primarily consist of Northeastern Scale Lumber basswood, cardstock, cast metal windows and doors, and plastic details.

History

The company was started by Frank Titman as Delaware Valley Kits. The company's name was changed in 1971. After Frank's passing, Phil Kerr of K&P Brick Co. bought the entire product line from Frank's estate in 2003. All of the kits are available via their web site.

Lights 4 Models

(last reviewed on 05/25/2023)

Lionel

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Notes

One of the main manufacturers of S-scale products. Lionel owns the "American Flyer" name and produces S-scale products under that name.

History

In 2006 Lionel announced that it had officially taken over the assets of K-Line, including inventory, intellectual property, tooling, and trademarks, after it won its trademark lawsuit against K-Line. Lionel made a deal with Sanda Kan, K-Line's principal manufacturer and creditor, who in turn worked out a deal with K-Line's bankers. Lionel from then on controlled and operated the K-Line brand and has the right to completely own it in the future. The 0-4-0 switcher and the end-cab switcher that K-Line had previously announced for S-scale were abandoned. That year they announced the products will be sold under the brand name "K-Line by Lionel" and will appear in packaging that is different from Lionel's standard boxes.

Lionel Racing

(last reviewed on 06/17/2023)

Notes

They own the brand name NASCAR Authentics under which they release NASCAR 1:64 diecast vehicles.

History

This company is a division of Lionel.

Little Wheels

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Lockwood Angus Custom Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 02/27/2023)

Loyalhanna Dockyard

(last reviewed on 03/04/2023)

Notes

In their Search window, type in "1/64" to see the listing.

M2 Machines

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Notes

"M2 Machines" is actually a trademarked brand name, and the parent company is Castline, Inc. These models are available in many large retail stores, as well as online dealers.

History

Incorporated in California in 2007.

MadAboutCars

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Main Street Diecast Classics

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Mainline Hobby Supply, Inc

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Majorette

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Notes

The company manufactures diecast vehicles that are about 3" long. Some vehicles will scale out close to 1:64, but preferences and judgment will have to be used to see how close they really are to S-scale. The parent company, Simba Dickie Group, also owns the Jada Toys product line (another close-to-S-scale diecast vehicles product line), and the Tamiya brand (plastic kits and paints). In the U.S., Majorette products were mostly sold at Toys-R-Us stores, but since that company went out of business in 2018, they are hard to find locally, and most likely will only be found online.

History

The company was started as Rail-Route in France in 1961, and started producing model vehicles in 1964 under their new name of Majorette. In 1980 they bought Solido, another French diecast manufacturer. Production moved to Thailand in 1987. In 1992, the company declares bankruptcy and they were bought out by Ideal Loisirs, who in turn are taken over by Triumph-Adler in 1996. In 2003, the Majorette and Solido product lines were bought out by the Smoby Group, and the brand name was changed to Smoby Marjorette. In 2007 they declared bankruptcy. In 2010 the asserts were bought by the Simba-Dickie Group out of Germany. In 2015 a tsunami destroyed the company's factory, and they rebuild an ultra modern one. Since 2015, the product line has been completely revised.

Man of Action Figures

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Marbelup Models

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Notes

This company only focuses on WAGR prototypes in Sn42 (S-scale models on HO-scale track). Orders are printed on-demand. The actual printing is done by i.Materialise in Belgium. A 25% deposit is required to place an order, with PayPal being preferred.

History

The company was started in 2013.

Mark's Model Works

(last reviewed on 03/06/2023)

Matchbox

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

too

History

The company was started in 1953, as a trademark name created by Lesney Products in 1953 in the UK. The models are designed so as to fit in their boxes, so some scale out close to 1:64, but preferences and judgment will have to be used to see how close they really are to S-scale. Very early models were about 2" long (to fit within a matchbox), but by the late 1960s, the models were around 3" long. The company went bankrupt in 1982. Jack Odell bought some of the company's product line to form the Lledo brand name. David Yeh formed Matchbox International Ltd., which bought most of the Matchbox product line, and became a publicly-traded company in 1986. They also bought the famous Dinky toys (previously owned by Meccano, but it, too, had gone bankrupt in the early 1980s). In 1985 Matchbox products were entirely made in mainland China. The product line was sold to Tyco Toys in 1992, which was bought by Mattel in 1997, combining Hot Wheels and Matchbox within one company. The plan was to make Hot Wheels be "fantasy" cars, and Matchbox be models of "real" cars. By the way, the Dinky brand is completely dead now.

Matsen Miniature Farms

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

Call for an appointment, as this is not a storefront.

McKenzie Brothers Timber Company

(last reviewed on 07/31/2022)

Notes

The company used to make a tree-building kit, but they have retired that project.

History

Started by two brothers.

Messick's

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

Note that in addition to real-world farming equipment, this company also sells "toy" items, many of which are S-scale. We offer two links here, but click around their web site to find others.

Micro-Mark

(last reviewed on 02/12/2023)

History

The company was started as Scientific Model Airplane Company in Newark, New Jersey, focusing on wooden kits. Scientific is the parent company of Micro-Mark (known as a tool retailer and manufacturer). In 2017 the company started creating structure kits for model railroaders. In December 2022 they bought the Laser-Art product line from Branchline Trains. The product line will be called "Laser-Art by Scientific".

Microform Models

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

Although an architectural models company, they have a number of items that are flagged as 1:63 scale.

History

This family-owned business was started in 1947 as W.H. Vollheim, Inc., but the company's name was changed to Microform Models, Inc. in 1960.

MicroMimesis

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

They sell some of their products on their own web site, but most via the Shapeways web site.

Mine Mount Models

(last reviewed on 04/04/2023)

Notes

The company is willing to produce any of their structure kits currently offered in HO, in S if the demand is there.

Mini GT

(last reviewed on 05/10/2022)

History

Mini GT is the brand name, owned by TSM-Models (established in Hong Kong in 2007), which produces only 1:64 diecast vehicles.

Mini Model Shop

(last reviewed on 08/19/2023)

History

The company was started in 2003.

Mini Truck & Tractor

(last reviewed on 04/03/2023)

History

The company was started in 2014. In 2016 they bought Standi Toys Inc.

miniNature

(last reviewed on 04/11/2022)

Miniprints

(last reviewed on 01/23/2023)

Mint Models Precision Diecast

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Model Car World GmbH

(last reviewed on 06/11/2023)

History

The company bought the NEO Scale Models product line in 2011.

Model Mechanic (The)

(last reviewed on 03/07/2023)

Notes

Over 700 models!

Model Railroad & Space Models

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Model Railroading Details

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Model Scenery World

(last reviewed on 02/05/2023)

Notes

Also sells on eBay.

Model Tech Studios

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Modelu

(last reviewed on 07/28/2023)

Notes

Most items they produce are available for S-scale. They are pricey, but if you are looking for something specific, it might be worth it. In July 2023, the company announced that Yarmouth Model Works, based in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, is now a North American retailer for Modelu 3D-printed figures. This is a big boon for those of us in the U.S. and Canada as shipping from England can be quite high. Yarmouth Model Works owner, Pierre Oliver, announced that they will be stocking HO- and O-scale figures that have a North American flavor to them, but that they will be able to order S-scale items by special request. So, if you have been eyeing some of their beautiful figures, but were worried about the high shipping cost, contact Yarmouth.

History

The company was started in 2015. The name is based on the Welsh word for "modeling".

Monroe Models

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Moore Park Model Works

(last reviewed on 07/03/2022)

History

Started in 2020, this company is part of the group also containing TractorFab.com and Canadakota.com.

Motormax

(last reviewed on 06/07/2023)

History

Motormax was started in 1997.

Mott's Models

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Notes

Look for the other "1/64" sections on the page for even more parts.

Mr. Muffin's Trains

(last reviewed on 12/08/2022)

MrCraftsmanHK

(last reviewed on 05/15/2023)

Notes

Produces 3D-printed figures that arrive hand-painted.

MyMiniFactory

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Notes

If you have access to a 3D-printer, this web site offers designs you can download and print.

Narrow Gauge Modeling Co.

(last reviewed on 02/05/2023)

Notes

Although the company is primarily focused on O-scale products, they do have items that are of use in S-scale, and Kevin is quite active on the Sn3 Groups.io discussion mailing list.

Nauticurso

(last reviewed on 06/14/2023)

New Zealand Finescale

(last reviewed on 02/18/2023)

Notes

The company specializes in 3D-printed, etched-brass kits and details, and metal cast parts. They are focused on the New Zealand Railway prototype, i.e. Sn42, but many items can be used by other modelers. Their figures are very nicely details and to-scale.

Ngineering

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Notes

Although they don't carry S-scale-specific products, they do mention S-scale on their web site, and several of their products can be used regardless of modeling scale.

Nice Car Collection

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

Nikkru Gadgets and Apparatuses

(last reviewed on 04/11/2022)

Norscot Group, Inc.

(last reviewed on 03/08/2023)

History

The company was started in 1970.

NZG Modelle GmbH

(last reviewed on 03/29/2023)

Notes

This company produces high-quality and very detailed diecast trucks and automobiles of mostly European prototypes.

History

The company was started in 1968.

O3D Miniatures

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Occre

(last reviewed on 08/05/2022)

History

The company was started in 2000.

Outback Toys

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

History

The company was started in 1990. The name comes from the fact that they used to be part of a dealership, then moved to a building behind the dealership, so customers were told to "go out back". The company moved in 2005 and again in 2022.

Outland Models

(last reviewed on 01/24/2023)

P-B-L

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Notes

The main Sn3 manufacturer. It is believed that Pacific Fast Mail manufactured unpainted figures, which they sold directly, and also sold wholesale to P-B-L. Keren Booth, of P-B-L, hand-painted many of those and they were sold at retail by P-B-L. June's Small World was another painter and reseller of these figures, hence you might find duplicates.

History

The company was started in 1971 in Chama, New Mexico as Peter-Built Locomotive Works, named after the owner Bill Peter, and later renamed to just P-B-L, to upgrade HOn3 and HO-scale locomotives. In 1980 they released their first Sn3 locomotive, the K-37, followed by the K-27 (#453 and #461). In 1981 they bought the Cascade Line of Sn3 kits and trucks. At some point in time they bought the C&S plastic freight car kits from Overland Models, Inc. (who, in turn, it is believed, bought them from Berlyn Locomotive Works). In 1986 P-B-L bought Chama Model Shop from Jim Finnell (produced white metal castings that came with P-B-L's kits); the product line was integrated into P-B-L's Triangle Scale Models product line; the automotive vehicle kits were integrated into the new Milestone Autos product line. In 1990 they moved to their present location, Ukiah, California. George Hall wrote an article published in the July 1995 issue of Model Railroader magazine describing the history of P-B-L and their current status (as of 1995, that is). When Tomalco was sold off, P-B-L acquired the Sn3 track products (Tomalco Track, owned by Larry Morton, took over the standard-gauge track products). As it turns out, the molds for the Sn3 track components are owned by P-B-L, but they reside at Micro Engineering, who are the ones that actually make the products for P-B-L. Video of interview with Bill Peter. Video of Jimmy Booth talking about brass trains (here's another one).

Papa Ben's Train Place

(last reviewed on 12/07/2022)

Paragon Models

(last reviewed on 05/18/2022)

Perplexing Puzzles Plus

(last reviewed on 08/05/2023)

Pete's Collectibles

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Notes

Do a search for "1/64" or "1:64".

Phoenix Precision Models

(last reviewed on 07/29/2023)

History

The company was started in 2023. This company is owned by the same owners that own Tru-Color Paint.

Pikesville Models

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Advertises in the NASG's Dispatch

Notes

This company is one of the main S-scale retailers.

Pinelas Miniatures

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

PinShape

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Notes

If you have access to a 3D-printer, this web site offers designs you can download and print.

Port Lines Hobby Supplies

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Advertises in the NASG's Dispatch

Portland Locomotive Works

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Notes

This company is currently the main supporter of Sn2, but also produces some Sn3 items.

Poverty Flats Model Company

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Pre-Size Model Specialties

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

NASG Charles Sandersfeld Memorial Award

Advertises in the NASG's Dispatch

History

The company was started in 1989 by Norman Rockwell. When Norman retired, he sold the company to husband-and-wife team, Steve Wolcott and Linda Lindsey.

Precision Scale Company

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

History

The company started in 1986 by importing brass Sn3. In 2018 they were bought by P.F. & S Railway Supply Inc (https://www.facebook.com/PFSRailwaySupply/), a brick-n-mortar hobby store, and are now a manufacturing division of that store.

Produits M.P.

(last reviewed on 03/09/2023)

Racing USA

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

History

The first store was started in 1997. The web site was started in 1999. In 2000 they closed all of their stores and now only sell via their web site.

Rail Scale Models

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

History

In 2018 they bought part of the Rusty Stumps product line.

Railmaster Exports

(last reviewed on 09/16/2023)

History

The company was started in 1966. In 1974, with his brass caster, Jeff Thompson, they came up with the name Railmaster. In 1984 the company started exporting Sn3 kits via Scenery Unlimited. In 1988 they sold Railmaster, with a commitment to not sell any kits in New Zealand for three years thereafter. Railmaster Exports was born to only sell outside New Zealand. For a few years in the 2000s, a company in California, called Railmaster Hobbies, served as the company's U.S. distributor. However, in 2017 John Agnew indicated that Railmaster Hobbies are no longer his U.S. distributor (he now sells direct to customers only; Railmaster Hobbies in California is just a regular hobby shop now).

RailroadBackdrops.com

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Notes

Owned by the custom-builders' company Affordable Model Railroads.

Randy's Die Cast

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Reviresco

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

History

The company was started in 2004.

Ring Miniatures

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Notes

Sort the listing alphabetically, and then about halfway you'll find all of the 1/64 entries.

Rio Grande Models

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

History

The company was started in 1970 to produce D&RGW Maintenance-of-Way equipment. Bought by Craig in ????.

RM Toys Ltd

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Rockin H Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Round2

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

Royal Train Equipment

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

RSLaserKits

(last reviewed on 03/11/2023)

History

The company started in 2004. An article with photos of the facilities appears in the July 2016 issue of the NASG's Dispatch.

San Juan Details

(last reviewed on 02/24/2023)

Notes

This is part of The San Juan Model Company, which is the division that took over the Grandt Line product line.

Scale Hobbyist

(last reviewed on 03/13/2023)

Scale Mates

(last reviewed on 03/13/2023)

Notes

This web site is somewhat confusing, in that it lists items, but when you then click on it an item it tells you have none are available for some of them. Maybe this can only be used as a reference web site?...

Scale Model Engineering

(last reviewed on 08/29/2023)

Notes

The company sells only through their eBay store. They produce 3D-printed parts in all scales, including S, as well as printed plans.

Scale Scenes

(last reviewed on 03/13/2023)

Notes

See web site for instructions on how to scale the drawings to S-scale, but basically the idea is to enlarge OO-scale ones by 118%. Try the free downloads to go through the process.

History

The company was started in 2005

Scenery Sheets

(last reviewed on 02/21/2023)

Notes

They sell 5-sheet packs of pre-printed 8.5"x11" paper, which you can glue to your layout, diorama, module, or structure walls.

Scenic Express

(last reviewed on 03/13/2023)

History

The company was started in 1993.

SceniKing

(last reviewed on 03/13/2023)

History

The company was started in 2005. SceniKing is actually a brand name owned by BPH Enterprises.

Schuco

(last reviewed on 05/10/2022)

Notes

The company also owns the Solido brand.

History

This German company was founded in 1912. The first miniature cars were created in 1936. The company files for bankruptcy in 1976 and goes through several ownership changes. In 1999 the Simba Dickie Group acquires the company and diecast vehicles becomes the company's main business.

seminature

(last reviewed on 11/06/2022)

Shapeways

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Notes

A pre-filtered listing of all S-scale items available via Shapeways

Sidetracks

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Notes

Due to health issues, Tom is selling this entire inventory, most at reduced rates, and he has Steve Wolcott (of Pre-Size Model Specialities) ship the ordered items on his behalf.

Sierra West Scale Models

(last reviewed on 05/04/2023)

History

Started in 1995.

Simpson Models

(last reviewed on 01/22/2023)

Notes

The company can do custom laser-cutting, custom 3D-print work, as well as plastic injection molding. The company's kits are focused on the West Side Lumber Company.

SmallScaleModelCollection

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Southeastern Junction

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Spark Models

(last reviewed on 04/22/2023)

Notes

This company does not sell directly, so search your favorite retailer for which models are available.

SpecCast

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

History

The company was started in 1974 in Rockford, Illinois. In 1986 Dave Bell bought the company and moved it to Dyersville, Iowa.

Steel Mill Modelers Supply

(last reviewed on 04/15/2023)

Steven's 3DGarage

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Stony Smith Designs

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

T & K Hobby

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

History

Started in 1976.

Tamiya

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

History

The company started in 1948 making wooden toys Oshika, Shizuoka City, Japan.

Team Track Models

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Tennessee Valley Custom Models

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

Notes

Their signs are made from a durable, non-flaking, heavy-weight paper product. Prototypes are made on a mathematically-derived scale based on research of original signage size. In other words, they are very accurate. For their S-scale models, the posts are made of aluminum.

History

Rick bought the company in 2022.

That Canadian Guy

(last reviewed on 03/14/2023)

Thingiverse

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Notes

If you have access to a 3D-printer, this web site offers free designs you can download and print.

Tichy Train Group

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Todd Architectural Models

(last reviewed on 04/02/2022)

Tomy

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Notes

Now owns Ertl.

History

The company was founded as Tomiyama Toy Seisakusho in 1924, manufacturing toy airplanes. In 1951 they started expanding their toy product lines. In 1960 they expanded their offices into the U.S. and Europe. In the 1970s they opened their first factory in Singapore. The company went public in 1984. In 1988 the company started diversifying its product lines. Takara and Tomy merged in 2006, becoming TOMY Co, Ltd. 2011: RC2 Corporation was bought by Tomy (of Japan). In 2013 Tomy discontinued the Johnny Lightning brand. In 2016 Round 2 LLC, a new company owned by Thomas Lowe, bought the rights to produce the Johnny Lightning brand and started producing models again. Tomy owns Ertl.

Tonkin Replicas

(last reviewed on 02/25/2023)

History

The company was started in 2000. In 2004 they bought Hartoy (which included the PEM and AHL product lines).

Toy Trucker & Contractor

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Toy Trucks & More

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

History

John, an employee, takes over the company in 2015.

Toy Wonders

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Trackside Scenery

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

History

The parent company, Joseph Ricard Enterprises LLC, started in 2013.

Tracmodel

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

TractorFab

(last reviewed on 07/23/2023)

Notes

New products seem to be announced on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Tractor_Fab-108794644263100

History

The company started in 2010. TractorFab.com has been bought by Kent Loewen from Manitoba, Canada, who also owns Canadakota.com, and Moore Park Model Works.

Train Station (The)

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Train Troll

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

TrainMaster Model Trains

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

History

The company started in 1997. It is now located next to the CSX line.

Trains & More, LLC

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Advertises in the NASG's Dispatch

Trains and Toy Soldiers

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Trainworld

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Troy's Toys & Collectibles

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Truckin' Little Company

(last reviewed on 03/15/2023)

Unrivaled USA

(last reviewed on 06/11/2023)

Vanguard Models

(last reviewed on 06/05/2022)

Notes

Chris designed some of the ships for Amati.

History

Started in 2019.

Verse (The)

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

Vilas County Lumber Company

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

w_customs

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

Walthers

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

History

The company was founded in 1932. In 1958, Bill retired and his son Bruce took over. In 1984 Bruce's son Phil took over. Phil was the one who got Walthers into the manufacturing business. The company's web site was launched in 1994. Phil retired in 2018 and his oldest daughter, Stacey Walthers-Naffah, took over the reigns of the company.

Welly

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

West Edge 3D

(last reviewed on 12/08/2022)

Notes

Any figures that they have listed, regardless of scale, can be printed in S-scale upon request.

Wild West Scale Model Builders

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

History

The company was started in 2004 by designing kits. In 2013 they bought Western Scale Models.

Will Chen (via Sketchfab)

Willmodels

(last reviewed on 01/22/2023)

Windy Hill Farm Toys

(last reviewed on 06/11/2022)

Winup Scale Models

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

Wiseman Model Services

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

History

The company was started in 2008. Doug Peck provided a listing of all the companies that Wiseman has bought over the years:
- McKenzie Iron & Steel kits, Detail Parts and Plans
- Hetch Hetchy Models Dolbeer & Boiler kits
- American Model Builders O scale Tractors and On3/On30 Rolling Stock kits
- The Back Shop O scale Brass Detail Parts
- Durango Press O scale kits and Detail Parts
- Smoky Mountain Model Works O scale, On3/On30, and HOn3 kits
- The National Motor Co. HO and O scale Vehicle kits
- Thomas A. Yorke Ent. On30 Freight Car kits
- The V&T Shops kits and Detail Parts
- Valley Car Works O scale Detail Parts
- Calaveras Scale Models kits
- Star Models Passenger Car kits
- Triangle Scale Models Sn3 Freight Cars and Detail Parts
- Railway Engineering Agency HO kits
- Pacific Short Line On3/On30 Freight Car kits
- Rapid Motor Co. division of SS ltd. Vehicle kits
- Walker Model Services kits and Detail Parts
- On-Trak Models kits and Detail Parts
- MDC Roundhouse HO scale Shay kits and Detail Parts
- LeeTown Models Rail Trucks
- Rogers Locomotive Works On3/On30 Freight Car kits
- Russ Simpson HOn3 Rolling Stock kits and All scales Decals
- PBL / Foothill Model Works S scale Structure kits
- Gloor Craft Models kits and Detail Parts
- N scale of Nevada kits and Detail Parts
- Keith Camino and Darr Scale Models Freight Car kits
- Banta Model Works Detail Parts and Resin Structure kits
- Building & Structure Co. S scale Structure kits
- Don Winter select O scale kits and Detail Parts
- (and probably a few more).

Wonderland Models

(last reviewed on 07/18/2022)

Wunderkind

(last reviewed on 03/16/2023)

Yarmouth Model Works

(last reviewed on 07/28/2023)

Yelton Models

(last reviewed on 11/04/2022)

Notes

The owner has indicated that any item you see on their web site that is only available in scales other than S can be produced in S; just contact him and ask. The company name is the owner's name spelled backwards.

History

The company was started in 2017. Steven Tuff joined the company in 2019.