The Railroad Commissary


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* The cups and saucers were received today in good order. Thanks for everything (and the flashlight)!.       R.J., Tn.

* B&O demitasse spoon has arrived. Thank you! (One of my demitasse cups has grabbed the spoon to keep it from the others..now they are jealous) Let me know when you get another so peace can return to my coffee bar! Stay well and thanks again.       L.K., Ca.

* Just got the item, very nice. Always wonderful service for great products.       W.B., N.Y.

* Very helpful getting back w/ me ASAP w/ answers. Thanks!       D.B., In.

* The 7" Monon platter arrived today. All is well. Thanks for the prompt shipping. Always a pleasure purchasing from Jay..       S.B., Mi.

* Good morning Jay! Got both plates, arrived in fine shape. Thank you!.       P.N., TX.

* The B&O Centenary 7" bowl B-1366 arrived today. Thank you for the wonderful service and for the mini flashlight..       R.S., NY.

* The package arrived and the plates are excellent. The Karasz is even more impressive in real view. Thank you,.       S.O., Mo.

* Just wanted to let you know De Witt Clinton teacup and saucers arrived today and in great shape. Thanks for another great transaction and I'll be keeping my eye out for any more treasures you get.       C.G., N.Y.

* Just received my G. N. R.R. Empire Builder 1932 menu. Jay was most helpful in processing the order over the phone, and it arrived only 3 days later. I was given two options for shipping, and having chosen the better one, my menu arrived in perfect condition. I will be scanning R.R. Commissary for other items regularly. Thanks, very much.       J.B., Wa.

* My order arrived soon after I departed for my western adventure to AZ & NM. I attended the Fred Harvey History Weekend in Santa Fe & Las Vegas, NM. The package was waiting for me when I arrived home on Nov 20. The cocktail fork is exactly as described-near mint condition. I am extremely pleased with the fork, & I began using it immediately! And, thank you so much for the cute little LED flashlight-much appreciated & it will be used! Many thanks.       S.J., Wi.

* Just showed up - looks fantastic- thank you!!!       K.B., Md.

* FT plate arrived and looks great! Keep me in mind for any more SF passenger plates. .       J.B., Ia.

* The plate is already here. Very nice.       M. P. I., Spain.

* Received the book today. Excellent shape. Thanks again.       R.C., Id.

* The USCG dinnerware that I ordered from you arrived yesterday and I am very pleased with my purchase and the careful packaging. Thank you for the flashlight gift. I look forward to conducting business with you in the future as I continue to complete my USCG place setting. Very respectfully.       J.V., Pa.

* THANK YOU, and Exceptional Service! I'm very happy with my purchase. More I'll be back as a repeat customer, for sure. Glad to have discovered you, with your ad in Passenger Train Journal, 2021-3 issue 288.       D.B., Fl.

* Received the plate today, looks great thanks .       T.T., Mn.

* I received the Rio Grande menus today in the best packaging I have ever seen for such a delivery. Thanks very much.       R.O., Or.

* Very helpful to go out of his way and locate a book for me and inspect and ship it to me very quickly. Thank you you for your kindness and your helpfulness I really appreciate you guys.       G.M., Ca.

* Just wanted to let you know that the American Locomotive Works builder's plate from I.C.R.R. 0-6-0T #3293 has arrived safe and sound here near St. Louis today. Thank you for allowing me to preserve a piece of Paducah KY history.       D.R., Il.

* I would strongly recommend dealing with The Railroad Commissary. (Part) owner Jay does not spare any attention to detail; the large inventory of RR silver and china which is frequently updated, reasonable prices, quick response communication by either telephone or email, and excellent packing and shipping. My most recent order was a combination of silverware and china and all arrived in a well packed box with nothing broken. I enthusiastically give RR Commissary 5 Stars!.,       P.T., N.J.

* Check received. Thank you. It was nice doing business with you.,       E.S., Wa. (vendor)

* Package received, beautiful pieces, thanks much from a satisfied customer! Regards,       D.C., N.Y.

* The items arrived last night, thanks for the quick service. They were even better than they looked on line. In March I come up to a conference at the Flamingo, perhaps I'll come by if we have a conference next year. Stay safe,       R.L., Ca.

* I received the Pennsylvania custard cup in excellent condition. And thank you for the extra gift.       T.O., Va.

* Order received today, thanks so very much. Very well packed, and a bonus mini light !! thanks for the good service, be assured I'll be back for more. Regards, and be well       G.G., Mn.

* This (RI gravy boat) arrived today. Very nice piece and I'm really happy with it.!       L.D., La.

* They arrived and they are great. Thanks very much!       C.L., Nv.

* My order was recieved. Package was in good shape and plates in good shape. Thank you for your service. I will be checking you list from time to time. W.B.

* Was very pleased with items. Thank you again for your prompt service.,       S.B., Ar.

* Got it (builder's plate) today - thank you so much! Thanks too for the mini flashlight!.,       R.H., Fl.

* I finally opened my pottery for Christmas and was absolutely pleased with the quality of the items. They had no damage and were wrapped very securely. They look great with my other RR pottery. Thank you so much for sending the items requested. Due to the absolute great quality I definitely will purchase more in the future from your company. Thanks again and I am so pleased with my purchase and the shipping. Have a great year.,       J.B., Tx.

* Plate arrived today it was a pleasure doing business with you and I look forward to my next purchase,       M.M., Md.

* The C&O Carferrry cup & saucer arrived in fine shape on Monday. Excellent job of packing. Thanks!,       M.E., In.

* Book arrived Monday. Do appreciate it being in a box. Have had some books in bags get a bit chewed up.,       F.S.W., Mo.

* The L&N fork arrived today. Its even better than pictured on the website. I'll send the FEC demitasse spoon to you on Monday, Tuesday at the latest, then email you the tracking number. Thanks again. Looking forward to buying more from you in the future.,       J.S., Fl.

* No problem at all...goodness knows I make mistakes everyday! (Yes, there was a mistake in processing the order) Thanks for your prompt handling of the charge. Just wanted to let you know that I checked my credit card statement and the mistaken charge was properly reversed as you had arranged, so we are all square now. I love the items I purchased from you, and I look forward to doing business with you again. The entire transaction from start to finish was a breeze, and the pieces very well packed for shipping. I love to browse your site and learn about the stunning variety of china that used to be commonly used on ships and trains and is now a very rare sight. Your site was also the only place where I could find out that round bottomed railroad glasses were used so that the passengers wouldn't swipe the glass from the water cooler!,       A.A., Wa.

* Hi, I wanted to let you know the plate arrived safely today and it's great! Hope to do business again. You have a couple other pieces I may be interested in... Thanks for the flashlight,       T.W., Wa.

* The order which you sent arrived yesterday (delivered by the post office on Sunday!). It was beautifully packed, and every piece was as you described, and even better than my expectations. Thank you!,       A.W., N.H.

* Excellent packaging. Arrived in great shape. Thank you!,       R.Z., Ca.

* I received my two Illinois-Central glasses today. They are perfect. My great grandfather was an engineer for the Illinois-Central line and so my family was given a set of the glasses at some point back in the day. I pulled them out of storage and set claim to them, but then recently broke one - but now my set is complete again! My neighbor has also been admiring them for over a year, so we are looking to order him a few... I'll be back! Thank you so much,,       J.B., Tn.

* Just a note to let you know the C&A platter arrived safely thanks to your excellent packing. Much better condition than I expected. Thanks too for the pen light!.,       N.S., Co.

* Received the package today, and all three items arrived in good order. Kind Thanks, and Thanks also for the nice penlight!.,       M.D., Oh.

* Railroad Commissary has always exceeded my expectations. Prompt service, fast shipping and HIGH quality items make ordering easy. HIGHLY recommended.,       N.K., N.Y.

* Just received the cup and saucer....looks great Thanks!…,       G.K., Tx.

* Hi, wanted to let you know my book was here today in tip top condition Thanks lots…,       R.T., Ut.

* Hi Jay!  Just letting you know the plate was received in good order this afternoon.  Thanks for the excellent packing job.   Take care…,       D.W., Ca.

* Thank you for the prompt delivery! It was at my door when I got home at 7 p.m. last night (day after ordered), much to my surprise. I will probably be purchasing odds and ends in the future. The pot polished up very nicely. All best ,       S.R., Ca.

* Good evening- Just a quick note to thank you for the quick shipment of the plate and bullion cup. As always the pieces are in fantastic condition. Thanks!! ,       S.E., Il.

* Just wanted you to know that I am very pleased with the B&O bowl-Warwick 1945. It looks virtually unused. It brings back good memories. Thank you. ,       B.G., Pa.

* Many thanks to you! I received the items, and am, of course, utterly delighted to have these wonderful things.... Once again, I am utterly thrilled with the Mimbreno items I purchased. ,       J.R., Ca.

* I cannot express in words the "wonderful Joy" on receiving the very rare 1938 20th Century Limited cup & saucer set. Your packaging & Prompt delivery are fantastic. Your knowledge & expertise outstanding! The Railroad Commissary website is the Best in the world. I wish to thank you for All Efforts in finding this very rare set for ME!,       W.N., NSW, Australia.

* Everything arrived safely today.  I am in love with these new treasures.,       M.C., Mi.

* Spoon arrived today. It is perfect. And we appreciate the little flashlight also. Thanks,       R.S., Md.

* (Alaska SS water glass) Received this morning. Perfect.,       P.B., NJ.

* Just received my order. I am extremely pleased. All the pieces are excellent, the packing couldn't be better. If we could only bring back thosese days again. Also couldn't be more happy with the Pullman egg cup and saucer.,       R.G., Pa.

* I received them today….all in one piece.  Thanks for the quick shipment.  And indeed they fit perfectly!!   Thanks much.,       R.F., D.C.

* I received the menu. Thanks - I like it.,       R.B., S.C.

* I got the silver items last week and wanted to say thanks. The ladle is particularly nice.,       S.O., Mo.

* The china arrived today and the pieces are beautiful! Thank you so much! I'm sure I'll be shopping with you again!.,       A.B., N.Y.

* I received your check in yesterday's mail. Thank you again. I will keep you in mind should I encounter any more railroad dining items.,       J.B., Mi. (vendor)

* Thank you again for being so easy to work with. If I knew you was this easy to work with I would have been buying plates from you years ago!.,       M.L., N.J.

* I received my order this afternoon via USPS Priority Mail. All items arrived in excellent condition and very well packaged. Thank you! I like the two "Winged Streamliner" sets that you picked out for me. I am happy to be a new a new fan of RR Dining Car china and look forward to doing business in the future. Best.,       W.H., Va.

* Excellent service for a little-available book! Thank you.,       F.M., Ma.

* PRR China came Friday. Great pieces that are hard to find. I may be interested in some other Broadway Limited china in the near future. Thank you. ,       D.O., Pa.

* Thank you for the great service over the years. I really enjoy the LV&T/NWP plate. In the NWP book it has photos of both sides and numbers. In Railroads of NV it has a builders photo. ,       K.C., Nv.

* Book was as described and well packed. ,       G.D., Co.

* Arrived this morning (10th October) much earlier than the estimated date. Book extremely well packed and protected. I am extremely pleased with your service. Excellent!. ,       P.A., U.K.

* Excellent seller, have used several times always with superb results. Highly recommend !. ,       J.H., Va.

* Great customer service and great product. ,       J.T., Ca.

* Quick shipment item well wrapped, good service.thanks. ,       R.S., Fl.

* I enjoy doing business with you and have learned a lot from your web site.  I especially like the information in your notes on "counterfeit/reproduction advisory" and  the "more information" such as the B&O explanation of complicated back stamps.  I hope to secure a nice B&O cup/saucer and dinner plate some day when my funds are replenished and I think I know now what to look for to insure that the pieces saw RR use and didn't come from the museum. ,       T.T., Wi.

*  Top notch seller, would not hesitate to order from them at any time for any item!.,       J.H., Va.

*  The glass Hiawatha stirring spoon my wife ordered for my birthday arrived today. I couldn't be more pleased. It is in great condition and looks even better in person than it did on your website. I am  a model railroader and have a modest railroad china collection.      Your website is very intriguing and I have to say that I have never seen a  glass cocktail stirring spoon anywhere online. Thanks for your prompt response as it arrived on my birthday.,       E.S., Vt.

*  Just a quick note to let you know the tea pot arrived - it's terrific !! and we're really pleased with it. We much appreciate the careful packaging..,       J.S., N.Y.

*  Although the dealer is across the country from me it arrived within a reasonable time. I like the way the vendor set up package tracking so I can view the progress of the package. The book was very neatly and carefully wrapped and boxed, arriving in pristine condition. Would buy from this vendor again.,       W.B., Fl.

*  Have dealt with rrcommisary before and each time the results were great. The book was described accurately and is in great shape overall. Highly recommended!,       L.M., Va.

*  The item was exactly as described and promptly shipped. All I can say is this seller does not play around with packaging, and this has got to be the most securely packed package I have ever received. All in all a great seller and I would recommend them.,       R.K., In.

*  Butter pat arrived today - talk about fast shipping!!  Thanks again.,       L.M., Tx.

*  Excellent Service, shipment arrived earlier than expected plus the seller sent along a little flash light (bonus) in the delivery box.,       D.C., Canada

*  Just a note to let you know the cutlery has arrived and I am thrilled to bits with it.,       P.H., U.K.

*  The United States Steel cup and saucer came safely in the post yesterday afternoon. I am very pleased with them  and I will be using them to have a cup of tea later this morning.,       J.S., U.K.

*  The CNR tureen arrived today and I am quite pleased with it. Thanks for the deal and hope to do business with you again in the near future!,       S.G., Canada.

*  I had been looking for this publication for some time and was very happy to find it to be precisely as described. It also arrived well packaged and on time. A good experience !,       D.W., Me.

*  This book arrived as described, fast and packed with the utmost care! I highly recommend this seller and I will definitely be a return customer!!!,       D.L., Mn.

*  Jay, Received your check on Monday, thank you. A pleasure doing business with you!,       B.L., Al. (vendor)

*   g'day jay, just thought I would let you know that the books arrived today, all safe and sound,they look very interesting. thanks for your great service and hope to order more in the future. cheers,       T.C., Australia

*   Just opened these today, as I was away all week in trial (as an advocate).  They're just beautiful, and in great condition.  Thanks for the fabulous service.  I'll definitely be back!       M.M., Ca.

*   Just received the books I ordered;great packaging; super service! Will contact you again.       G.H., Il.

*   Arrived swiftly and in perfect condition. Quite excellent packaging too. Very pleased, hope to trade again. Thanks!       F.B., France

*   Thanks for a smooth and fast transaction! Great book, excellent packing!       Z.F., N.J.

*   great transaction. fair pricing. great seller!! thanks!!       S.W., In.

*   it was great to have a chance to 'talk' this morning! Thanks so much for helping me find and obtain such great railroad items... All the best,       W.S., Ct.

*   All of my items arrived in good shape and I am very pleased. Let me know as you get other items. Happy New Year.       J.M., S.C.

*   I received the 5 oz grand trunk creamer in fine condition.. It matches the ACL pattern serving set, ( 10 oz.coffee and tea pot and 8 oz. ACL sugar bowl and tray)  perfectly. This piece is Toronto and the ACL side marked  pieces are International, but the pattern is practically identical  with the exception of a minute difference in the center band. This completes the set and is a great addition to my business car.   Thanks for your prompt service. It was a pleasure doing business with you.       J.H., Fl.

*   I received my Wabash order from you yesterday (menus and silver).  Everything is absolutely beautiful!!  I am very pleased.  I just wanted to thank you very much also for the very prompt service.  I will definitely be purchasing more items from you in the future.  I hope that you and your family and friends have a wonderful holiday season!!       T.S., Oh.

*   Forgot to let you know that the pieces arrived safe and sound, and are at the DeQuincy, LA museum waiting to be put in the Passenger Car display case after the holiday season (all the display cases have decorations on top of them and it is not safe to be moving the cases around right now).  Thanks again, especially for the ... MP ashtray/match holder - everyone thought it was cool!!       L.M., Tx.

*   I have received the Northern Pacific hot water pot. It looks great, with the gold lettering being outstanding! Thanks.       G.N., Tx.

*   Recd the Soo Line sugar bowl today and I am very happy with it in every way. Just wanted to let you know that all was well with our transaction.       D.B., Wi.

*   The description of the book's condition was accurate and it was in a better shape than I expected. The delivery was very fast and problem free. The book was properly packed. I will prefere this seller to the other options I had because of this seller's accurate description of the book's condition and the fast delivery and not the least their large inventory of this type of books. Thank you       T.S., Norway

*   Just letting you know the B&O hot food cover arrived ok ; your packing was top rate and fast turn-around..   Gave  it to my wife for our 28TH anniversity and she loved it;  goes well with her B&O china collection.   Will  watch your web site for additional pieces.       B.P., Md.

*   I rec'd a great menu holder today with pencils and the NP potato tsp...       W.S., Ma.

*   It's a real pleasure to deal with this seller !       R.C., Belgium

*   Thank you so much for your very prompt shipment of the above order. The book is in EXCELLENT condition (as per your description), and I am totally satisfied with your professional standards. I couldn't believe how quickly the book arrived so soon after placing the order! I am a steam locomotive enthusiast and that particular book is a great one to have on North American giants of steam! (I sadly lament the passing of that era). Thank you again and I look forward to further dealing with your firm.       B.W., Australia

*   When this seller says item will be well packed it WILL be well packed. Arrived fast and was as described. Thanks! Would recommend to everyone.       T.S., Finland

*   Books were awesome and as described! Thanks for the awesome service!!!!!!!!       C.Z., Mi.

*   I was very happy with the way the book was packaged and it was received in good condition.       R.N., Ia.

*   This order arrived as I had hoped it would and the book is in great shape and I am very pleased with the entire shopping experience.       S.H., Tn.

*   Exceptional items and customer service; superior expertise offered on PRR silver items.  Thanks on tips for silver service reference books as well.       S.J.O., Mo.

*   NO WAITING FOR YOUR ORDER TO BE SHIPPED!   Unlike other dealers who seem to take days to ship an order this dealer is very quick.  Shipping time from order received to actual shipping of the order appears to take very little time, maybe a couple of hours if that.  Keep up the good work and I look forward to dealing with you again.       E.B., Va.

*   I wish I saw your website about a month ago.  Suffice to say I won’t buy a second one (fake CNW egg cup apparently bought from some other dealer).       B.H.

*   The SP dinner plate, with which I am MUCH PLEASED, arrived today.       R.M., Ca.

*   THE BOOK IS EXACTLY AS DESCRIBED. MINT AND LIKE NEW. VERY FAST SERVICE. EXTREMELY SATISFIED.       J.F., Mi.

*   Awesome!!!! Extremely happy with book and the entire experience.       S.K., Az.

*   Menu arrived in fine condition and I'm very pleased with it. Hope to do business with you again. The Railroad Commissary is now in my "favorites" list.       C.P., N.C.

*   The package arrived here yesterday in great condition you guys certainly do pack well. I especially like the Hiawatha Platter and the Old Saybrook plate those have eluded me for a long time the blue on white is very attractive and striking. The rest will be special members of my china collection.       E.S., Wi.

*   Thanks for the opportunity to do business with you :>)       P.F., Ca. (vendor)

*   The book was in better condition than I anticipated and that really made my day. The packing was perfect and I appreciated the extra time it took to make sure the condition of the book was protected in shipment. Thank you very much!! Excellent service!       C.H., Or.

*   Received package safely on Saturday. Joe is very satisfied with the plate and saucer. He is very, very happy with your service, too. Thank you.       "Secretary" and wife:    J.H., W.V.

*   Five Stars all the way! Thanks! World record international shipping, too. :    R.E., Vic, Australia

*   Excellent service / buy! Al :    A.V., Ct.

*   PERFECT!!!:    T.H., Ca.

*   Great transaction! Book arrived in great condition and extremely satisfied. :    M.B., Pa.

*   Item arrived as listed. Was very happy with purchase. :    B.A., Tx.

*   Thanks Jay. It arrived on time and in perfect condition. :    R.S., Md.

*   Prompt, efficient, provided what they promised. :    W.G., Mn.

*   Book in Great Condition -- Great service -- THANK YOU :    G.K., Md.

*   a note to congratulate you and your team. as calculated, the books arrived at my doorstep today, as advertised! excellent packaging, speed of delivery, all high notes for your service!       my thanks for your patience and expect a new order soon! :    W.W., Argentina

*   Hi, great the little book arrived this morning, we are very very happy with it. Should the French Version 'somewhat newer) ever come to light over there I would be interested. :    P.C., France

*   Quick response and shipment. Arrived as described. Would buy from again. :    M.P., Ca.

*   Ordered book as Xmas gift and it is perfect! Can't wait to give it to my partner and see his reaction when he receives it. Prompt delivery, couldn't be more pleased overall. Thanks! :    T.P., On, Canada.

*   Thanks so much for such a great item! Absolutely MINT! The book is finally reunited with the family... it was a gift for the authours great great nephew. Thanks so much. :    K.K., Il.

*   Outstanding seller to buy from. Book was very well packed and condition was better than described. Would buy from this seller again! :    J.P., Ca.

*   Both boxes arrived yesterday in fine order. These books all look great, Jay. Mopac Power is just fine. Thanks. :    J.P., Ct.

*   Very pleased with the book that I purchased. I just received it today (10/15/09). It was exactly as it was advertised. Thanks! :    M.P., Ca.

*   Wanted to let you folks know that I received the book in excellent condition. Thank you for the rapid service and for the excellent packaging of the book. :    P.T., Co.

*   I received the Mimbreno Saucer and Erie Coffee Pot today. Both are very nice. The coffee pot is being given to the Erie RR museum that I have connections with for their permanent collection. :    J.N., N.J.

*   The Sweetbrier bowl arrived in great shape. Really nice condition. Very little if any wear on the gold. Thanks :    K.S., N.M.

*   All items received OK! Good packaging! CN platter looks wonderful! :    D.B., Il.

*   I received my Western Pacific dish and railroad silverware yesterday, I am so pleased with everything, I have wanted a Feather River piece for over 30 years!  I polished up the spoon and knife and I swear, they look brand new.  Thank you for your prompt attention and care to my order, it was a pleasure doing business with you, and I hope to do so again.  Have a great and profitable summer! :    L.F., Ca.

*   Item as described, arrived promptly in Australia, was VERY well packed, easier than shopping locally. Will use again . :    W.J., Vict., Australia

*   I received the GM&O plate along with the silverware and menu. Everything is superb, your usual top quality merchandise. :    J.N., N.J.

*   The book arrived (So quick!) yesterday in great shape. Thank you for packing it so well! Looks good and will go on my passenger trains shelf. :    R.Z., Ca.

*   Item arrived two days after I ordered it, very well packaged and in better than expected condition! Thank you! :    P.B., Ca.

*   Just wanted to say the Hawaii book arrived today and I couldn't put it down.  It was actually in better shape than you described and below what other prices I had seen.  Thanks for providing a quality product I can trust. :    C.P., Tx.

*   the plates were waiting for me when I arrived home on friday.  they all arrived safely and are fabulous!!!  thanks so much. :    B.R., Il.

*   Excellent service and right on with the product. The seller did contact me and the communication from the seller is excellent. Would do businees again with this seller. Thanks, :    J.S., Ca.

*   Jay, I received the creamer and it was beautiful.  The friend that we bought it for was delighted!!! Thanks, :    T.R., Co.

*   Books arrived yesterday and are just great. Thanks: Kirkland is especially interesting and every bit as good as his others. :    J.P., Ct.

*   Just a quick note to say that the little pitcher arrived on Tuesday and the book showed up today. Both are excellent. :    J.P., Ct.

*   I received my teapot and menu today, and I wanted to let you know how pleased I am. You are an honest merchant and I appreciate your efficient service. Thank you. :    V.H., Pa.

*   The book arrived today in great shape. Thanks for the prompt shipping. :    D.G., Wa.

*   Quick, efficient transaction. Thank you! :    S.H., P.Q., Canada

*   Your FedEx arrived, and the menu is BEAUTIFUL.  Thank you!. :    R.R., Ca.

*   Fast and efficient service. :    G.T., UK.

*   All items were in good condition, as you packed them very well.  The items look even better then they did in your catalog.  Thank you again for your service, and I am sure we will be doing business again in the future. :    R.K., Fl.

*   I have been working long hours and the gray cells are a bit frazzled. I gave your very good feedback to the wrong person!!... So, I will leave my feed back with you. You guys are the best. I enjoyed the spoon and my transaction. Will visit your site for a  further purchase. Thanks again. :    D.F., Va.

*   I received the butter pat and ice cream shell yesterday. They arrived safely, and are great. :    R.R., Ky.

*   Extremely pleased. :    B.K., Pa.

*   The plate arrived. I am delighted. It will be perfect for Bill’s 70 birthday which is September 2nd. Thank you for assisting me in this matter. :    H.M., Ca.

*   Excellent Seller. Book shipped promptly & exactly as described. :    C.M., S.C.

*   I got the RR books and ashtray on Saturday. What super fast delivery, thanks!! :) :    P.M., Ca.

*   As advertised, well packaged and promptly shipped. Thanks! :    D.S., Il.

*   Thanks again for your great and superfast service. :    M.de J., Netherlands.

*   I am sending you some pix of an exhibit I have going on right now in the town of Mahwah, NJ. The building is the original Erie station that served Mahwah from 1872 - 1902. I have an exhibit going on about the Erie Railroad... there is a section on Erie dining cars. You may recognize some of the items... :    J.N., N.J.

*   items ordered April 19th arrive nicely.  thanks. :    W.T., Tx.

*   Just a short note to let you know the Great Northern cup/saucer arrived in Perfect condition.Its an absolute fantastic addition to my small collection and I have placed it next to the Northern Pacific"Monad"set I purchased from you last year and what an amazing set. I cannot but say it a thousand times but thanks again for being as we say in Australia "a great mate". The highest compliment in Australia possible. :    W.M., NSW, Australia

*   the package arrived late yesterday afternoon! I thought it might come in on tomorrow, or maybe even today. It arrived in fine style, well wrapped, just as pictured and as you indicated. A+! The bowl is perfect for the intended purpose. I will also enjoy using the small change tray on my desk as well.  ... Have a good weekend and thank you again for taking care of my order in such a fine way.. :    B.H., Tn.

*   Just a few words to let you know that we have received the above book this morning. Very well packed. Excellent service. Much appreciated. Thank you. :    C.B., France

*   Outstanding transaction - great communication, immediate shipping, condition actually better than described. :    J.W., Va.

*   Placed order on Wednesday; rec'd email that book had been shipped on Thursday; rec'd well packaged in excellent condition on Saturday. Can't ask for better service than that!. :    D.M., Ca.

*   I received the shipment yesterday.  It arrived in excellent condition.  The maple leaves plate was mint condition and I love the seahorse bowl because I like the pattern and I like the style of the footed bowl.  But the standout pieces were the 2 cups.  I haven't been (looking) but a couple of years but I haven't seen those patterns offered before.  I was pleased to get them.  Hmmmmmmmmmm. Now if you could just find me saucers to go with those cups.. :    T.O., Va.

*   Very fast shipping, highly recommendable. :    T.G., Germany

*   The package arrived the other day in perfect shape and everything is great . I especially am nuts for the  Mimbreno Baker and the Aristocrat Egg Cup many thanks. :    E.S., Wi.

*   The Pullman plates arrived on Friday.   Excellent condition and well packaged. :    R.C., Ca.

*    I will watch your web site from now on.  Clearly, it is the best find I have ever had concerning RR material for sale. :    W.S., D.C.

*   My order arrived in a very reasonalble amount of time and I am very happy with the book. The condition is as stated - Very Good. I would definitely do business with rrcommissary again. :    J.S., Md.

*   The 5 menus arrived last Wednesday or Thursday.  Incredibly fast. They’re great.  Just as advertised or better.  I’m very pleased. Thanks also for your sending them in the individual plastic sleeves. That’s an extra touch and extra expense on your part, but it was noticed and appreciated. Looking forward to doing business with you again. Many thanks,. :    J.H., .D.C.

*   I would like to order two additional Pullman china pieces from you.  I was very pleased with the 3 previous pieces and need a couple more to complete our collection. :    R.C., Ca.

*   Just a short note to let you know that the 1942/1943 ACL"Flora of the South"cup/saucer set and the 1952/1953 GM&O cup/saucer set are fantastic.Both items were as fully described and your excellent packaging and prompt delivery mean that I will keep returning time and time again. :    W.M., NSW, Australia

*   item was exactly as described. Highly recommend this seller. :    P.B., Me.

*   The china arrived on Thursday. My wife is delighted with the pieces. Thank you for the good service. I expect to order more from you for various other gift occasions. :    K.T., CT.

*   In better shape than I expected. :    G.R., Pa.

*   I received your package with the Pullman china and silverware pieces today.  The shipping was fast, the pieces were well packaged to protect against breakage and the the items that I ordered were exactly as described on your web site.  I had no fear of substitutions or pieces that were not back stamped exactly as advertised .   Excellent!   Thank you very much.  :    R.C., Ca.

*   I received the package on Saturday fairly fast all well packed and I love everything .I am especially crazy about the PRR Liberty Custard cup what a neat piece . I am so glad to have the Mimbreno Demi cup and the Mimbreno  Medium Platter it is so great to be able to find nice Mimbreno pieces off Ebay where I am able to buy them relaxed the platter seems to show a good deal of usage which is evidence that is made many trips on the Super Chief from LA to Chicago as always many thanks :    E.S., Wi.

*   Arrived in exactly the condition advertised and sooner than expected. Many thanks :    C.B., Pa.

*   Just a quick note to let you know that we received the PRR Demitasse Cup today.  It's a beautiful piece.  Thanks.  Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.  :    D.D., Il.

*   I rec'd the royal palm menu it's great. Thanks for the fast shipping we will enjoy, thanks again "Bo" ... :    R.B., S.C.

*   Best source of "hard to find" stuff, with excellent service to back it up. Many thanks :    D.E., Ca.

*   Book was as described......packing and shipping were excellent.....I would happily buy again from this seller! :    J.B., Ia.

*     I am looking forward to receiving the builder's plate since I live along the Erie and may have seen this actual locomotive when I was growing up. :    J.N., N.J.
*  Thanks again for another successful order.I always appreciate your:
                1) knowledge and expertise
                2) accurate descriptions
                3) excellent packaging
                4) prompt delivery.                        THANKS. :    W.M., NSW, Australia
*   Excellent Service, merchandise exactly as described...thanks!!" :    M.M., Vt.

*   I am sending a very belated “thank you” for the box that arrived more than a week ago. I wanted to let you know that I am very pleased with what I bought. I have already put them to good use for my intended purposes. The packing job was well done too. I hope your doing alright. I am continuing to check your site from time to time so you may be hearing from me again :    B.H., Tn.

*   Thanks. Everything was well packed as usual. I really love all the items, especially the Little Mimbreno creamer and the Rose Choc pot the beautiful Traveler Pieces will really add color to their locations. I Love getting these older Traveler pieces with full BS and Mint condition no less. Many thanks! I must be at over 80 items from your establishment. Many thanks :    E.S., Wi.

*   Thank you!! I received the plate this morning actually (on my desk when I arrived).  I appreciate your great communication and the plate is beautiful.  I am entirely satisfied.  Again, please keep me in mind if you come across anything else like this! :    A.F., Pa.

*   The shipment arrived today as ordered. Great service!! My wife has a fascination with china--may have to check out your other stufff. :    D.E., Ca.

*   The chocolate pot arrived safely. I have been longing for one for so long, that I just stare at it not really believing that it's mine. I am going to Santa Fe over Thanksgiving to visit a friend who has friends that have quite a collection of Mary Colter's Mimbreno pieces. I am quite excited about seeing that. thanks again. :    M.W., Wi.

*   I want to thank you very much.  I received the book Tuesday and am about a third of the way thru it.  Again thank you. :    T.L., N.J.

*   The plate arrived yesterday in perfect condition. It is a beauty! You, or someone, did a great job of packing. Thank you for holding it for a period of time. :    B.H., Tn.

*   Just a quick note to let you know that your parcel with the decanter arrived safe and sound today. Thank you. After a little clean and polish the piece looks great and I'm pleased to add it to my collection. Many thanks again, :    B.I., N.C.

*   Sorry it's taken me a few days, but I wanted to let you know I did receive your shipment. Everything looks great - thank you very much!  Anytime in the future you come across ...  Thanks again for your help! :    W.F., Al.

*   Thank you so much for all the answers  to my questions I really appreciate it.  BTW I am also very pleased with the platter that I purchased and you sent so swiftly. :    R.M., Mn.

*   Thank you for your message of today. I learn something new each time I hear from you... how about Railroad China 101, or All the Information You Need to Know about Railroad China in Eight Weeks”? Have you thought about leading such a course for those of us who want to learn more about the subject at hand?? For example, You would have some takers I think. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. :    B.H., Ky.

*   Another Absolutely Fantastic Transaction.Prompt Delivery.Superb Packaging.Every item was in exactly stated condition. I will be settling down to have a cup of tea with the CN"Bonaventure" set this evening. :    W.M., NSW, Australia

*   I received the menus, builders' plate and other "goodies". Thank you very much for the items. The quality is great as always. I am into just about everything that you carry. I hope you never get into the full size steam locomotive market: I would be a gonner!!!! . :    J.N., N.J.

*   Hi Jay. I received the D&H builders plate today Very nice item. Also thanks for the FAST shipment. Its nice to deal with a straight forward person like yourself. Thanks :    R.H., Ca.

*   Hi, y'all: got the IC RR creamer yesterday and it is great! Thanks for everything, especially the quick delivery!! :    S.B-E., Tx.

*   A "Quickie" note to let you know that your package with the C.P.R. Mustard Pot arrived safe and sound today.   Thank you very much, it has cleaned up beautifully and makes a nice addition to my collection. I hope to purchase a couple of other items from you soon....
Your  great service has been a real pleasure, and hopefully we may have further opportunities to do business. Thank you again, :    B.I., N. C.

*   Just a short note to let you know the order arrived this morning and everything was fantastic. Each of the cup/saucers were great and I will be able to have a decent cup of tea or coffee... I will get back to you soon about the next order. Again thanks for all your efforts.They really are appreciated. :    W.M., NSW, Australia

*   The saucer arrived safely last night, thanks for the great service.  Now I have a nice matched cup and saucer. I've been collecting for many years, but still am learning about the B&O Centenary pattern. Take care :    R.P., Oh.

*   Just wanted to let you know that I received the railroad silverware that I ordered from you. It is beautiful. Thanks again. :    J.N., N.J.

*  The three items I purchased from you arrived today in good condition. I am very pleased with them. :    W.H., Ky.

*  Thank you for the speedy and excellent service. I am delighted with the dish. I will definitely order from you again. :    E.A.L., N.J.

*   Absolutely Fantastic! The UP "Desert Flower" pattern cup/saucer arrived in perfect condition. No problems. Excellent packaging. Quick prompt delivery. I am a regular customer from now on over the next few years. :    W.M., N.S.W., Australia

*  Thanks for all your help and for being fair with this, I appreciate your honesty. :    R.B., Wa.

*  Again I am so grateful for your email, I have a renewed respect for buying from your business and certainly hope to continue to add pieces to my collection through your site! :    G.G., Md.

*  I received the SP plate I ordered (S-567) today, and I am very pleased with it. Thanks for the fast service and for the nice plate. :    T.T., Tx.

* I received the package today in perfect shape. Boy you really do pack well. The Traveler Platter is very very nice from the early runs and is in wonderful shape - I just love the full backstamp. The D&RGW platter is too cute and again perfect condition. I am really enjoying having the Merchants Plate - after having a large plate in rough shape many years ago this Mint smaller plate is just wonderful. Many thanks as always for the exceptional honest and fast fast service. With Warm Regards. :    E.S., Wi.

*  I received the Missouri Pacific State Flowers plate yesterday. It is gorgeous! Thank you very much. :    J.N., N.J.

* I wanted to thank you again for the wonderful Southern Pacific (plates). Both were packed well, and received safely, and are now a proud addition to my SPRR railroadiana collection. It was a pleasure finding your site as I have been looking for a good source for SPRR railroad china for a long time. :    J-G. D., Ca.

* I received your check today -- thank you very much. I can't begin to tell you what a pleasure it has been to make your acquaintance,albeit electronically, and to do business with a true professional. :    J.K., Pa.

* I wanted to let you know that the Missouri Pacific china arrived this afternoon, all in good shape, no breakage.  Thank you for your patience. :    J.V.B, Co.

* I received the ERIE coffee cup today.  Just beautiful! I think I told you that I grew up with the Erie & Erie Lackawanna. I still hear the trains go by everyday on their former railroad. Thank you for a beautiful piece.   Good luck to you and we'll probably be doing business again.
(P.S. Thanks for the refund on the shipping.   I love doing business with honest people!) :    J.N., N.J.

* What can I say but everything is really nice and as described and expected.   The MOPAC State Capitols looks amazing very nice condition ... These beauties really help fill out my collection.  I counted and I now am the proud owner of 17 RR items I've purchased from your fine establishment. I am very happy with everything.  Many thanks. :    E.S., Wi.

* Great website, by the way. It seems that I have now found a reliable resource for display pieces. :    S.K., Md.

* The bowls were well received. Thanks so much. :    J.P., R.I.

* Thanks very much... It is a pleasure doing business with you.  Your web site is great and all the info about the china is very much appreciated. :    P.T., N.Y. 

* Cup arrived safe and sound. It is a beautiful addition to my beginning Rock Island dining car collection. It was a pleasure dealing with you. Please keep me in mind whenever you come across Rock Island china. Thank you. :    M.K., Ne.

* Thanks again for your excellent and well thought out service. I am really having fun buying from you. :    E.S., Wi.

* I received the Rock Island Golden State saucer yesterday. I was very impressed. It looks great on the shelf along with my Golden State dinner menu! Thanks again for a beautiful piece and I'm sure I will be a repeat customer. :    J.N., N.J.

* What an incredible array of china, and it was so refreshing to see some of the suggestions and caveats. We will keep checking back frequently to review your listings. :    J.S., N.Y.

* Just wanted to let you know that the pieces arrived in fine order.  They were just as described.  Hope we can do business again soon. :    H.G., Ga.

* Got the plates yesterday -- they look great! Thank you! My brother is going to be so excited!! :    P.M., Ca.

* My NYC Mercury platter arrived today. It is gorgeous! Thanks for the prompt service and great communication. I will be back! :    J.N., N.J.

* I appreciate your handling of everything, it is all perfect, and I thank you. :    R.M., Tx.

* Thank you.  We received the Great Northern Railroad Plate.  It is terrific. :    S.T., Ca.

* JUST AS DESCRIBED, WELL-PACKED :    C.T., Md.

* Just got the very wonderful and beautiful Traveler bowl. I could not be happier it is very nice. The backstamp is nice and straight even Thanks ever so much for the great service. :    E.S., Wi.

* Thank you very much for your honesty - it is refreshing. :    R.K., Mo.

* Super fast shipping... exactly as described... highly recommend. :    T&W, Pa.

* I received the Santa Fe Bleeding Blue bowl today. It is a wonderful piece (crack & all) and is a beautiful addition to my display shelf. Thank you very much and much continued success. Take care. :    J.N., N.J.

* The compote and ice cream I got from you are very nice, as you said. :    H.R., Wa.



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