We strive to provide you with the best products and services possible. We aim to promote the modeling hobbies as fun, family entertainment with an element of learning.

Company history

Metro Hobbies was founded in July of 1997. The company has been a home based business since its inception and is a "Mom & Pop" operation, not a franchise. Our web presence began in July of 2008. We are working on adding shopping cart buttons for on-line ordering, with hopes of a brick and mortar store to follow soon. We have been at several Train Meets over the years and look forward to being at many more.

Customer testimonials

"Not all online hobby stores are created equal. This point was driven home to me when looking for a specific electronic accessory for my layout. From the Manufacturer's web site, I emailed six online shops listed as distributors for their product asking for availability and prices.Within 24 hours I had only one response, from Ken at Metro Hobbies. He was very helpful and got my item to me quickly with a minimum of fuss.

"By the way, 2 weeks after my initial emails only one other online hobby retailer even bothered to reply. I will be keeping Ken and Metro Hobbies on my short list of retailers. Thanks Ken!!"
-Sean, California, USA