Apex Model's is my first choice for all my bits and bobs due to them being local and also the club sponsor
. I support them as they are 20 mins from me, I cant think of another 'model shop' for racers within an hours drive EACH WAY from me, might even be further.
However, I use JE whenever Apex do not have stock or do not stock the item I need.
I find JE a brilliant shop to deal with, you can order online or call up and give them some abuse
and they also supply FREE Haribo, which is always a treat at work!
Sometimes it's not all about price, it's about quality of service and delivery of the goods, JE do this time and time again
I'd prefer to use a good shop and pay more, than get a cheapy cheap price and bang my head against a wall.
If racers do not pay proper prices the shops can not carry the stck levels we want and demand.