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Tom's Model Works
jimb
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Posted: Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 05:42 AM UTC
Is Tom's Model Works still in business? I tried to order some PE from them yesterday, and the system wouldn't let me.

Jim
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Posted: Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 06:06 AM UTC
He died several months ago. You might try picking up stuff through a retailer and wait and see if someone picks up the compnay.
jimb
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Posted: Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 06:37 AM UTC
Oh, my! I wasn't expecting that response! Sorry to hear that.

Jim
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Posted: Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 10:16 AM UTC
The family intends to keep the business running but has shut down for a bit to re-organize. Time will tell if they can get back up...
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