From Mitch Horner of Trains | January 24, 2024
This announcement brings 111 years of operations to a close.
- M.B. Klein, also known as Model Train Stuff, has announced their closure after 111 years in operation. This announcement was released on their website as well as on their social media channels.
Uncertainty has surrounded Model Train Stuff following the closure of Hattons Model Railways, a United Kingdom-based model railways manufacturer and distributor which owned Model Train Stuff. Today’s announcement is an update to said uncertainty.
The announcement posted to Model Train Stuff’s website reads as follows:
“Customer Notice: We regret to inform you that MB Klein Inc. (Model Train Stuff) has now ceased trading.
Thank you for your custom and support over our incredible 111 years of continuous operation.
Our customer service agents are available for a limited period to assist with any final queries.”
Model Train Stuff has stated that they are unable to accept any returns, and recommends customers looking to make a return to contact their product’s manufacturer.
Originally founded in 1913 as a hardware store known as M.B. Klein, the company evolved into a model train distributor operating out of Maryland. They were acquired by Hattons in September of 2023.
The exact date of Hattons closure is not known yet, but an announcement is expected in the coming weeks. A customer FAQ page can be found here.
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It's sad to see MB Klein close. I was a customer for 56 years. When I first went there Teddy would always say, "I'll have to ask my Dad." Now Teddy has passed and the store is closing.
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