Consignment

We take great pride in being a leader in brass train internet sales. We have thousands of visitors from around the world that view our website everyday. And now you can take advantage of that global exposure along with our first class reputation by consigning your brass train models through BRASSTRAINS.COM

What type of models do you consign?

• All models must be brass
• We prefer models to be in very good to excellent condition
• We accept HO, HOn3, O, On3, S, Sn3, and N scales

What is your consignment fee?

• Our standard fee is the normal industry rate of 25% of the sales price

How is the price determined?

• First we grade all of our models as they arrive
• We then calculate the final grade against the published price in the latest edition of the Brass Model Trains Price & Data Guide
• Once the price has been determined, we will contact you for final approval prior to listing your model
• If there are any features such as Custom Paint, Sound, Lighting, etc. that has been added to the model, it is best to include a note in the box

How long is the consignment period?

• The minimum consignment period is 90 days
• After 90 days you may continue to keep your models listed on consignment with no additional fees or request your items to be shipped back
• Customer is responsible for all shipping charges when items are requested to be returned
• Models requested to be returned prior to 90 days will incur an additional $35 fee per model

When do I get paid?

• All items sold prior to the 25th day of the current month will be paid out the first week of the following month
• Items sold after the 25th will be paid out the following payment cycle
• When consigned items are purchased on our site via layaway, payment will not be sent until we have received full payment from the purchaser

What is the best way to ship my models to BRASSTRAINS.COM?

• It is best to send your models by UPS or USPS with full insurance coverage
• Please package your models securely in a strong corrugated box with at least 2 inches of padding surrounding the  model
• Ship your models to:
  
  BRASSTRAINS.COM
  344 Cyprus Rd.
  Ocala, FL 34472
  
  
• Please include a list of all items in the shipment along with your contact information, including name, address, phone number, and e-mail

Still have questions?
Contact us by e-mail or call (352) 292-4116. Hours of operation are 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (EST) Monday through Friday.