What does it cost to have my model weathered ?
| Z, N, TT scales |
Light: $10/ car
$15/ locomotive or Structure. |
Med: $20 car
$25 locomotive |
Heavy: $30+ car
$ 30+ locomotive/
structure |
| HO, S & 3 rail O |
Light: $15/ car
$20/ locomotive or Structure. |
Med: $25 car
$35 locomotive |
Heavy: $40+ car
$ 40+ locomotive/
structure |
| O, On3(0), 1:35 |
Light: $20/ car
$25/ locomotive or Structure. |
Med: $30 car
$45 locomotive |
Heavy: $50+ car
$ 50+ locomotive/
structure |
| 1:32 -1:20 scales |
Light: $40/ car
$50/ locomotive or Structure. |
Med: $50 car
$75 locomotive |
Heavy: $60+ car
$ 90+ locomotive/
structure |
| 1:18- 1:12 |
Light $50
$ 60/ locomotive or Structure |
Med: $50 car
$65 locomotive/ structure |
Heavy: $70+ car
$ 100+ locomotive/
structure |
For "bulk" weathering projects with more than 4 items at a time, these rates apply.
The cost for special projects that involve detailing, kitbashing, scratchbuilding, custom painting and other non-weathering activities is $30 an hour. A precise time log for construction can be kept upon request. The time log will cover actions performed and time required to complete a project. Billing will occur at the end of the project, but a free estimate will be given before any project is approved to let you know a ballpark figure for the project.
I require that most or all parts for detailing or kitbashing be purchased by you and mailed with the project, unless I expressly state otherwise, which I do with some regularity. Because of Interstate regulations on import/export of paint I can purchase any of the paint we'll need for a project at cost to avoid any problems. If you are unsure of the parts needed to complete a project, I'm more than happy to draw up a list of necessary parts and materials to complete a model.
Hourly Rate for Modeling Projects