Scale Model Supplies

Scale Model Supplies

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Is the store closed due to covid19? I haven't seen any announcements posted anywhere.
One very happy scale modeler with the kit otherwise unobtainable until discovery of Scale Model Supplies. My thanks to Greg and Les for processing my order.
Bruce Gardner examining the Milwaukee Road Hiawatha display. I am happy that I could bring my latest YesterdayBox to SMS. On May 29, 1935, in the height of the depression, the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad (The Milwaukee Road) initiated service between Minneapolis/St. Paul and Chicago. The Hiawatha service featured streamlined Class A 4-4-2 steam locomotives made by the American Locomotive Company and rail cars constructed in the C.M.ST.P. & C. shops. The trains proved to be so popular that service was later expanded to other destinations throughout the Midwest.

Designed by Otto Kruhler, the locomotives were oil-fired and pulled five-car trains at speeds of over 100 miles per hour. Later, Kruhler Class F7 4-6-4 “Hudson” locomotives replaced the Class A’s and special dining, parlor and observations cars were featured.

This display includes memorabilia and historical items from the train, the company and the passengers as they enjoyed The Milwaukee Road Hiawatha when American railroading was at its zenith.

I invite all to come to SMS and enjoy the display!

Michael J. Scanlan, St. Paul
Do you guys still run a slot car and slot drag track in the back room down there.
Hi, I was wondering if you do any model train repairs? I have a Lionel Train from the 1960's that I am looking to have repaired. Thanks!
A few weeks ago I posted their paint section. I stopped by today to pick up a 1/24 60's Gas Pump from Garage Scenes in resin. If you don't see it, ask for it at Scale Model Supplies.

If you're on a biz trip to the Twin Cities, the store is some 20 minutes from the airport. It is located some 20 minutes from our shop/studio thru I-35E...
Thank you to Bruce, and all the staff at Scale Model Supplies for keeping the best hobby shop in the upper midwest (possibly anywhere) alive and well. Thank you for your support of the local clubs, as well as the individual hobbyists. Keeping the newest and coolest releases, as well as the older out of production items in stock as well as a huge range of building supplies is great. I have been a patron since I was about twelve years old, and still shop there on a pretty frequent basis at age 45. We really are lucky to have a friendly knowledgeable supplier like you folks right here in our back yard. I come in and ask questions, and you guys always try to get me an answer, or an idea. It is great that all of you are hobbyists as well, because you are using the products you are selling. Hope to be shopping with you guys for a few more generations. I know my little guy sure looks forward to going to your store.
I made a stop today for some brushes and sanding sticks at Scale Model Supplies in the heart of St. Paul. Glad to see that they became a dealer Mission Models US.

There were 3 patrons plus yours truly there talking nothing but praises for the paint line. One wants a friend to try the line but he said he's to "invested" in Tamiya. Well, I agree but eventually one will run out of it and a new project will demand more so that's the chance to do it. I did it with some Vallejo colors in the past.

We all agree on one thing, whatever you do, use the MMA-002 Thinner Reducer. Chemically is like bread and butter, like nose and bo**er, like belly button and lint. You get the idea...

This paint and its rightful thinner are foolproof I promise you.

Congrats Jon!
Last Saturday I stopped by another of my favorite hobby shops. This time I did pay a visit to Scale Model Supplies in the heart of St. Paul.

To my surprise, I found out that now they carry the entire line of paints from Mission Models US.

I spoke with at least 3 or 4 patrons and they all have nothing but praises for the paint system.

A word of caution though. Don't play alchemy with the paints and try diluting it further with wiper fluid, alcohol. Always use the MMA-002 Thinner/Reducer.

To get the best results, chemically the paint demands its own thinner.

As previously mentioned months ago, the pigment is very fine achieving a thin paint coat that won't obscure fine details on your models. It is hard to switch when one is invested in other brands. But eventually we will run out of colors and that's the chance to give new paints and formulas a chance. It happened to me during my transition from Acryl to Vallejo. Then Mission Models US came to the scene.

Congrats Jon.
We wish you all the best!
It's time to get these rolling again
Moved some things from my moms home and we have 3 large boxes of tracks, trains, and accessories. Some stuff is pretty old.. so you guys buy back supplies?
I got mine at Scale Model Supplies !!!

Welcome to Scale Model Supplies – the biggest and best hobby store in the Twin Cities! Paul, MN (next to the Dairy Queen).

We carry everything from model trains, planes, cars, ships, rockets, dollhouses, memorabilia, and more. The aisles are packed with all the hobby related merchandise you're looking for! We carry all the top brands of model kits, slot cars, plastic models, die-cast items, rocket, car, ship, aircraft and armor model kits, stamps, coin collecting supplies, and so much more. We know our inventory very

07/01/2022

In observation of the 4th of July, we will be closed this Monday. Happy 4th!

Photos from Scale Model Supplies's post 05/24/2022

New stock and restocks!

Photos from Scale Model Supplies's post 04/06/2022

Some of the newer stuff we've gotten in.

Scale Model Supplies updated their information in their About section. 04/04/2022

Scale Model Supplies updated their information in their About section.

Scale Model Supplies updated their information in their About section.

Photos from Scale Model Supplies's post 04/04/2022

Ships have moved!
Ships have been moved to the diecast aisle to allow more inventory space for ships. This opens up the old ship aisle for more inventory for armour, sci-fi, gundam, and bandai! In place of the ships are the military kits from the second half of the aisle, so the entire back half can be used to stock more of the above mentioned kits!

Photos from Scale Model Supplies's post 03/30/2022

Updated peek at some of the current inventory. This page will be kept current from now on with updates on releases and store news. Keep an eye out!

11/25/2020

SMS will be closed tomorrow 11/26 for Thanksgiving. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday. We will be back to our regular hours on 11/27. Thank you all for your business and support this year and every year!

09/16/2020

We are currently open with our normal hours: 10am-6pm Monday-Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sundays. We are following the Covid-19 state guidelines, including social distancing and the proper use of a face mask. Thank you to all of our customers who have been faithful during this time, we appreciate all of your support!

06/02/2020

Scale model supplies is currently open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until further notice. the doors will remain boarded-up but unlocked during these hours.

05/18/2020

Scale model supplies will be opening its doors with precautions on Monday 5/18. Hours will be Monday-Saturday 10a-6p and Sundays 11-5. Thank you everyone for your support, we hope to see you in the store!

04/22/2020

We are taking phone orders for curbside pickup (10a-4p, mon-sat) and shipping. You can call the store number and leave a message or if we are there we will answer. You can also email at [email protected]. Please be as safe as possible if picking up. Thank you everyone for your support. 🇺🇸

03/31/2020

Scale model supplies is closed until further notice due to Covid-19.

05/23/2018

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸Scale Model Supplies will be closed Monday May, 28th for Memorial Day. Thank you to those who served and are serving our great nation, protecting us every day. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Timeline photos 05/15/2018

New Estes rockets, engines and more in stock now !

Scale Model Supplies (@scalemodelsupplies) • Instagram photos and videos 05/02/2018

Scale Model Supplies (@scalemodelsupplies) • Instagram photos and videos

Did you know we have an instagram account where we update you with pictures of new things coming in to the store? Check it out here: https://www.instagram.com/scalemodelsupplies

Scale Model Supplies (@scalemodelsupplies) • Instagram photos and videos 1 Followers, 0 Following, 1 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Scale Model Supplies ()

02/19/2018

If all goes to plan, Scale Model Supplies and one of our many great customers will be on channel 5 tonight at 5pm.

Photos from Lionel Trains's post 02/19/2018

Happy Presidents' Day!

Lionel Trains 02/13/2018

Lionel Trains

Here is a look at the new 2018 Lionel Catalog! There's a lot of new and exciting items coming out this year. If you find something you are interested in, give the store a call and we'll do our best to get it for you. http://catalogs.lionel.com/18bb/

Lionel Trains

Scale Model Supplies updated their website address. 01/10/2018

Scale Model Supplies updated their website address.

Scale Model Supplies updated their website address.

12/28/2017

Scale Model Supplies will be open from 10am to 6pm on January 1st. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SMS!

12/04/2017

Christmas Express

Similar models now in stock at Scale Model Supplies! There is nothing better than being with your family watching your new train run around the Christmas tree. Stop in today!

The N Scale Layout on a Door 09/18/2017

The N Scale Layout on a Door

You can do big things in a small space!

The N Scale Layout on a Door When David Betz decided to return to the hobby for the first time since his childhood, he wanted to build a layout which he felt would be manageable for a fi...

09/04/2017

Restaurant serves beer on a train

All aboard! 🍺

08/16/2017

Miniature wonderland

Well this is really cool! 🚂

01/02/2017

We are open today with our regular hours. 👍

I DID IT! I FINALLY CAUGHT A HERITAGE UNIT! (UP 1989) 08/31/2016

I DID IT! I FINALLY CAUGHT A HERITAGE UNIT! (UP 1989)

And you thought you loved trains. 🚂

I DID IT! I FINALLY CAUGHT A HERITAGE UNIT! (UP 1989) YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND I EVEN GOT A LITTLE K5LLA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ***This video is dedicated to all the Foamers arou...

Back on track: The Twin City Model Railroad Museum reopens 05/15/2016

Back on track: The Twin City Model Railroad Museum reopens

Alright! 👍

Back on track: The Twin City Model Railroad Museum reopens The Twin City Model Railroad Museum is chugging along again, but in a new location. Last year, the volunteer-run specialty museum fell behind in payments and faced eviction. So it called out for help, asking for donors. People pitched in to help the museum that's been running in St. Paul since 1934....

Lakeville church inundated with interest in model car collection 03/26/2016

Lakeville church inundated with interest in model car collection

Here's an update.

Lakeville church inundated with interest in model car collection “It's holy week, but it's been manic week,” smiles Lisa Lundstrom, both pleased and overwhelmed with reaction to a Sunday night KARE 11 story.  

Church discovers 30,000 cars in donated house 03/21/2016

Church discovers 30,000 cars in donated house

We love this local story. 👍

Church discovers 30,000 cars in donated house EAGAN, Minn. – The Bible speaks of manna from heaven. Old Testament indeed, compared to what's being showered upon Celebration Church in Lakeville.

Timeline photos 02/12/2016

We just reached 1,000 likes! Thanks to everyone for liking us, we like you all too.

Still chugging along: Model Railroad Museum getting new life in new home 01/23/2016

Still chugging along: Model Railroad Museum getting new life in new home

Good news!

Still chugging along: Model Railroad Museum getting new life in new home A few months ago there were fears that the Twin City Model Railroad Museum had reached the end of the line.

12/24/2015

We are open today until 3. We will be closed for Christmas and then back to normal hours on Saturday. Merry Christmas to all our customers!🎄🎄🎄🚂🚂

Check Out The Trains At Bandana Square In St. Paul 12/20/2015

Check Out The Trains At Bandana Square In St. Paul

Check Out The Trains At Bandana Square In St. Paul The whole family can check out trains together this holiday season. It's at the Twin City Model Railroad Museum at Bandana Square in St. Paul.

11/27/2015

We are closed today for Thanksgiving but will be open on Friday with our normal hours.

Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum Faces Eviction, Bankruptcy 10/17/2015

Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum Faces Eviction, Bankruptcy

Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum Faces Eviction, Bankruptcy The museum can no longer afford rent payments and could close by end of the month….

07/03/2015

We ARE open today with our normal hours. We will be closed tomorrow for the 4th. 🇺🇸💥💥🇺🇸

Twin City Model Railroad Museum 12/19/2014

Twin City Model Railroad Museum

Twin City Model Railroad Museum Take a tour of this great Minnesota destination and see a scale model of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, and railroad history of the 1930s, 40s & 50s! Host Nick Nelson talks…

11/18/2014

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07/04/2014

We will be closed today for the observance of Independence Day. Our normal hours will resume on Saturday. Have a safe 4th to you all!

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458 Lexington Pkwy N
Saint Paul, MN
55104

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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