en lieu of this unhappy news, what are the alternatives, if any? Guess we'll looking at Testor's military colors???
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--- In yardbirdtrains@..., Nathan Rich <thaddeusthudpucker@...> wrote:
It's toast either way... Scalpers selling it for $10 a bottle by fall or
Walthers starting to sell it for $10 next year.
Nathan Rich
On May 24, 2013 2:18 PM, "kbkchooch" <kbkchooch@...> wrote:
If Walthers buys them, look for Floquil to cost about 10 bucks a bottle!
:-O
--- In yardbirdtrains@..., "Rob" <rrdeffinger@> wrote:
Wow! Never realized that Testor was the manufacturer of all those
brands. Have to stock up. Have you ever figured up what a gallon of their
paint costs when you have to buy it at a half ounce at a time?
And you think gas is expensive!
Maybe Walthers will buy them. They make everything else.
BobD.
--- In yardbirdtrains@..., "Henry" <long95209@> wrote:
Oh my , well there's another speed bump up ahead ? Rapidly escalating
regulations ? Diminishing returns ? Socialised programs ? No surprise sadly
! Rats ! Henry
--- In yardbirdtrains@..., Walter Bayer II <bayerw2@>
wrote:
With apologies to Rich, I thought this important enough to forward to
several more Model RR communities.
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Rich Zellich <rich@>
Date: Tue, May 21, 2013 at 2:35 AM
Subject: [traintools] FWD: Floquil, Polly Scale, Pactra, ColorArtz
paints
being discontinued
To: traintools@...
**
----- Forwarded Message -----
Subject: Floquil and Polly scale to cease production...
Hello to all...
It appears that we will be loosing Floquil, Polly Scale, Pactra and
ColorArtz paints and that they will no longer be produced. It
doesn't look
as if anyone is going to pick up the brands either from what was
being
stated on the other list. My hobby painting and custom painting
business is
going to take a hit. Looks like I will be buying up big whilst they
are
still around......
The below is a direct quote and response from Testors Consumer
Affairs
Department...
"Dear Mr. ________
There are many changes taking place at The Testor Corporation. For
over 80
years, we have provided premium paints and finishing systems to the
craft
and hobby industry. Recently we announced that we are transforming
our
business in order to more effectively address the changing needs of
our
consumers and their interests.
We ve made the decision to exit the following businesses within the
Testor
Brand family - Pactra , Floquil , PollyScale , and ColorArtz .
This will enable The Testor Corporation to return to our foundation
of
success providing premium, innovative product that inspires
creativity.
We will continue to accept orders and ship product for a limited
time based
on available quantities.
Going forward, the following brands will be critical to our success
and
development - Testor , Model Master , and Aztek. These brands will be
infused with marketing support, innovation and operational
efficiencies.
In support of this, we have announced a consolidation of operations
at our
Rockford facilities. Our commitment to the Testor brand has never
been
stronger. By implementing these changes, and the ability to leverage
all
of Rust-Oleum s world class services, we are more strongly poised to
take
our business to the next level through product and merchandising
innovations, and increased customer understanding.
If you have further questions, please feel free to let us know.
We appreciate your business!!
Sincerely,
Beth
The Testor Corporation
Consumer Affairs Department
1-800-837-8677 (1-800-testors)
M-F 8:00 A.M - 4:00 PM CST"
--
Regards,
Walter
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