PMI Buyer Beware

Teamds · 03-29-2007, 10:25 PM

Purchased a couple of ships and was willing to pay a couple of bucks higher than average for kits and shipping (in US). To my surprise and dismay the kits are reprints from PMI (attached note stated they are authorized by Polish manufacturer to reprint OOP kits). No mention of kits being OOP or reprints on the website. No non-manufacturer reprints for me, quality obviously is not near equal. Just sharing my experience, good sale on PMI's part. Lesson learned.....end of transmission..changing freak.

Teamds · 03-29-2007, 10:25 PM

Purchased a couple of ships and was willing to pay a couple of bucks higher than average for kits and shipping (in US). To my surprise and dismay the kits are reprints from PMI (attached note stated they are authorized by Polish manufacturer to reprint OOP kits). No mention of kits being OOP or reprints on the website. No non-manufacturer reprints for me, quality obviously is not near equal. Just sharing my experience, good sale on PMI's part. Lesson learned.....end of transmission..changing freak.

sdk2knbk · 03-29-2007, 10:53 PM

Did you contact Lou about this? Which ships/original publisher are they?

Scott K.

sdk2knbk · 03-29-2007, 10:53 PM

Did you contact Lou about this? Which ships/original publisher are they?

Scott K.

sakrison · 03-29-2007, 11:41 PM

If there's been a misunderstanding over what you purchased or thought you were purchasing from PMI, I'm sure it was unintentional on Lou's part. I've been buying from Lou since I got into this hobby several years ago, and I've never found him to be anything but honest, straightforward, and anxious to please--a true gentleman.
--David

sakrison · 03-29-2007, 11:41 PM

If there's been a misunderstanding over what you purchased or thought you were purchasing from PMI, I'm sure it was unintentional on Lou's part. I've been buying from Lou since I got into this hobby several years ago, and I've never found him to be anything but honest, straightforward, and anxious to please--a true gentleman.
--David

Gil · 03-30-2007, 02:55 AM

I've never had any problems with PMI and have been ordering from Lou for five years now. He is a very reputable dealer and is a pleasure to do business with. My recommendation is to give him a call and explain your situation. I'm pretty sure that he'll help you become a happy and satisfied customer.

-Gil

Gil · 03-30-2007, 02:55 AM

I've never had any problems with PMI and have been ordering from Lou for five years now. He is a very reputable dealer and is a pleasure to do business with. My recommendation is to give him a call and explain your situation. I'm pretty sure that he'll help you become a happy and satisfied customer.

-Gil

**cgutzmer** · 03-30-2007, 08:51 AM

I have not purchased from PMI however I have heard NOTHING but good things about them. Definitely do get in contact with him....
Chris

**cgutzmer** · 03-30-2007, 08:51 AM

I have not purchased from PMI however I have heard NOTHING but good things about them. Definitely do get in contact with him....
Chris

rlwhitt · 03-30-2007, 10:00 AM

I've placed 3 orders with PMI. All without a hitch, and even spoke to Lou once when he was being super helpful on quick shipping options.

My only beef with them is the somewhat haphazard web site arrangement, and not all models that he has are available to add to the cart - you have to write them in. But that's a MINOR nit, and since this is probably a 1 person operation (like I think most here in North America are), a person can only do so much.

Rick

rlwhitt · 03-30-2007, 10:00 AM

I've placed 3 orders with PMI. All without a hitch, and even spoke to Lou once when he was being super helpful on quick shipping options.

My only beef with them is the somewhat haphazard web site arrangement, and not all models that he has are available to add to the cart - you have to write them in. But that's a MINOR nit, and since this is probably a 1 person operation (like I think most here in North America are), a person can only do so much.

Rick

milenio3 · 03-30-2007, 10:16 AM

I also called Lou when I tried to buy something, no paypal nor credit card on my part, and he was willing to help me with the purchase process. The model was a reprint, but high quality on paper and ink.

I also recommend to give him a call and make things clear.

milenio3 · 03-30-2007, 10:16 AM

I also called Lou when I tried to buy something, no paypal nor credit card on my part, and he was willing to help me with the purchase process. The model was a reprint, but high quality on paper and ink.

I also recommend to give him a call and make things clear.

airbob · 03-30-2007, 10:21 AM

Ditto all the above,
Lou has always been "above board" in all my dealings with him....his service has been excellent and prompt.....

....Bob out...

03-29-2007, 10:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Teamds Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 50	PMI Buyer Beware Purchased a couple of ships and was willing to pay a couple of bucks higher than average for kits and shipping (in US). To my surprise and dismay the kits are reprints from PMI (attached note stated they are authorized by Polish manufacturer to reprint OOP kits). No mention of kits being OOP or reprints on the website. No non-manufacturer reprints for me, quality obviously is not near equal. Just sharing my experience, good sale on PMI's part. Lesson learned.....end of transmission..changing freak.

03-29-2007, 10:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
Teamds Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 50	PMI Buyer Beware Purchased a couple of ships and was willing to pay a couple of bucks higher than average for kits and shipping (in US). To my surprise and dismay the kits are reprints from PMI (attached note stated they are authorized by Polish manufacturer to reprint OOP kits). No mention of kits being OOP or reprints on the website. No non-manufacturer reprints for me, quality obviously is not near equal. Just sharing my experience, good sale on PMI's part. Lesson learned.....end of transmission..changing freak.

03-29-2007, 11:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
sakrison Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ripon, Wisconsin USA -- 20 mi from Oshkosh Posts: 409	If there's been a misunderstanding over what you purchased or thought you were purchasing from PMI, I'm sure it was unintentional on Lou's part. I've been buying from Lou since I got into this hobby several years ago, and I've never found him to be anything but honest, straightforward, and anxious to please--a true gentleman. --David __________________ sakrison@charter.net / www.ChasingtheGhostBirds.com "Imagination is more important than knowledge."- Albert Einstein Current Projects: RR Merlin 45 engine @ 1:16.5 scale and 1/72 U-Boat Type VII

03-29-2007, 11:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
sakrison Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ripon, Wisconsin USA -- 20 mi from Oshkosh Posts: 409	If there's been a misunderstanding over what you purchased or thought you were purchasing from PMI, I'm sure it was unintentional on Lou's part. I've been buying from Lou since I got into this hobby several years ago, and I've never found him to be anything but honest, straightforward, and anxious to please--a true gentleman. --David __________________ sakrison@charter.net / www.ChasingtheGhostBirds.com "Imagination is more important than knowledge."- Albert Einstein Current Projects: RR Merlin 45 engine @ 1:16.5 scale and 1/72 U-Boat Type VII

03-30-2007, 02:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
Gil Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern Bear Flag Republic Posts: 2,419	I've never had any problems with PMI and have been ordering from Lou for five years now. He is a very reputable dealer and is a pleasure to do business with. My recommendation is to give him a call and explain your situation. I'm pretty sure that he'll help you become a happy and satisfied customer. -Gil __________________ "I got carded"

03-29-2007, 10:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
sdk2knbk Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hamlin, NY Posts: 458	Did you contact Lou about this? Which ships/original publisher are they? Scott K.

03-29-2007, 10:53 PM	#4 (permalink)
sdk2knbk Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hamlin, NY Posts: 458	Did you contact Lou about this? Which ships/original publisher are they? Scott K.

03-30-2007, 02:55 AM	#8 (permalink)
Gil Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern Bear Flag Republic Posts: 2,419	I've never had any problems with PMI and have been ordering from Lou for five years now. He is a very reputable dealer and is a pleasure to do business with. My recommendation is to give him a call and explain your situation. I'm pretty sure that he'll help you become a happy and satisfied customer. -Gil __________________ "I got carded"

03-30-2007, 08:51 AM	#9 (permalink)
cgutzmer Reserves Librarian Card Models Administrator Join Date: May 2006 Location: Sun Prairie WI Posts: 4,635	I have not purchased from PMI however I have heard NOTHING but good things about them. Definitely do get in contact with him.... Chris __________________ Looking for models - try the Zealot WIKI! Click here -> http://wiki.zealot.com/index.php/Free_Models

03-30-2007, 08:51 AM	#10 (permalink)
cgutzmer Reserves Librarian Card Models Administrator Join Date: May 2006 Location: Sun Prairie WI Posts: 4,635	I have not purchased from PMI however I have heard NOTHING but good things about them. Definitely do get in contact with him.... Chris __________________ Looking for models - try the Zealot WIKI! Click here -> http://wiki.zealot.com/index.php/Free_Models

03-30-2007, 10:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
rlwhitt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Clemmons, NC, USA Posts: 1,316	I've placed 3 orders with PMI. All without a hitch, and even spoke to Lou once when he was being super helpful on quick shipping options. My only beef with them is the somewhat haphazard web site arrangement, and not all models that he has are available to add to the cart - you have to write them in. But that's a MINOR nit, and since this is probably a 1 person operation (like I think most here in North America are), a person can only do so much. Rick __________________ Current Build: Wright Flyer I, Orlik, 1:25 - Build Thread Here... Recently Completed: Shloss Neuschwanstein (Schreiber)

03-30-2007, 10:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
rlwhitt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Clemmons, NC, USA Posts: 1,316	I've placed 3 orders with PMI. All without a hitch, and even spoke to Lou once when he was being super helpful on quick shipping options. My only beef with them is the somewhat haphazard web site arrangement, and not all models that he has are available to add to the cart - you have to write them in. But that's a MINOR nit, and since this is probably a 1 person operation (like I think most here in North America are), a person can only do so much. Rick __________________ Current Build: Wright Flyer I, Orlik, 1:25 - Build Thread Here... Recently Completed: Shloss Neuschwanstein (Schreiber)

03-30-2007, 10:16 AM	#13 (permalink)
milenio3 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Juarez, Mexico Posts: 1,039	I also called Lou when I tried to buy something, no paypal nor credit card on my part, and he was willing to help me with the purchase process. The model was a reprint, but high quality on paper and ink. I also recommend to give him a call and make things clear. __________________ - Gerardo Paper Modeling in Mexico Visit my Blog and my Web Site on Paper Modeling

03-30-2007, 10:16 AM	#14 (permalink)
milenio3 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Juarez, Mexico Posts: 1,039	I also called Lou when I tried to buy something, no paypal nor credit card on my part, and he was willing to help me with the purchase process. The model was a reprint, but high quality on paper and ink. I also recommend to give him a call and make things clear. __________________ - Gerardo Paper Modeling in Mexico Visit my Blog and my Web Site on Paper Modeling

03-30-2007, 10:21 AM	#15 (permalink)
airbob Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Clarksville, Tennessee Posts: 563	Ditto all the above, Lou has always been "above board" in all my dealings with him....his service has been excellent and prompt..... ....Bob out... __________________ Life is short and a gift from God!...gehen Sie für das gusto!

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