metman
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Post by metman on Nov 11, 2022 15:38:44 GMT
It is my sad duty to confirm that owner Phil Radley has passed away.
I don’t know exactly what this means for the business and what happens next but I will keep you informed when I hear.
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neilw
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Post by neilw on Nov 11, 2022 16:23:36 GMT
That's sad news indeed
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Post by spsmiler on Nov 11, 2022 17:41:15 GMT
Oh no, I am very sorry to hear this.
Apart from what you did with Radley Models, were there any other people involved?
Added the clarification about Metman's involvement with Radley Models, to reduce any possibility of misreading and suggesting that he was involved in Phil's sad passing. Tom.
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metman
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Post by metman on Nov 11, 2022 20:58:29 GMT
Yes there were others who worked with him so hopefully we will have news later when things settle down.
Obviously, if his family could be afforded some privacy it would be appreciated.
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Post by spsmiler on Nov 12, 2022 17:39:48 GMT
Thanks Metman, as it happens I was about to place another order with Radleys but will hold back for now.
Also, I apologise for a comment that could have been misunderstood in a very bad way. I should have made it clearer that you had a professional business relationship.
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Post by arun on Nov 13, 2022 0:06:07 GMT
I haven't heard anything from Pat [Phil's wife] but I am away from home at present. I only know what has been passed on this forum and on RMWeb.
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Post by phillw48 on Jan 8, 2023 14:03:13 GMT
Any more news with regard to the businss?
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Post by spsmiler on Jan 8, 2023 21:51:25 GMT
Any more news with regard to the businss? Not yet, but like you I am hoping to hear something later this month. From what I saw on RMWeb, discussions are underway but until its all been agreed nothing will be disclosed in public. Of course we all hope that the products remain available and the range even expands ... I too am hoping to be able to purchase more items over the coming year(s) |
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Post by spsmiler on May 2, 2023 19:32:12 GMT
The May 2023 edition of 'Underground News' (the magazine of the London Underground Railway Society) includes a modelling update which talks about forthcoming new models of London Transport (and Metropolitan Railway) trains - including the possibility of another model train manufacturer introducing some London Underground trains - and also provides updated information regarding the model trains which were sold by the late Phil Radley.
The O gauge trains that Phil marketed were actually produced by someone else. It is not explicitly stated whether or how these will be marketed in the future.
At least some of the OO range is likely to become available again, but everything is taking time because Phil's estate is still in probate.
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