Secure Payment Methods for Discerning Model Railroad Collectors

At Alas Train Model Shop, we understand that our clientele of serious model railroad enthusiasts expects nothing less than premium service at every touchpoint – including payment processing. Our carefully curated payment options reflect our commitment to security, convenience, and the international nature of our collector community.

“Just as we meticulously inspect every scale model before shipment, we’ve implemented rigorous security measures to protect your financial transactions with the same collector-grade care.”

Accepted Payment Methods

Visa Visa

The global standard in credit card payments, Visa offers our customers reliable transaction processing with robust fraud protection. Ideal for international collectors purchasing our Märklin or LGB models from Europe.

MasterCard MasterCard

Another trusted name in secure payments, MasterCard provides an additional layer of security with its Identity Check system, giving you peace of mind when investing in high-value items like our Tangent Scale Models.

JCB JCB

For our customers in Japan and other Asian markets (where we’re able to ship), JCB offers seamless payment processing with competitive foreign exchange rates – particularly useful when purchasing Broadway Limited Imports’ exclusive American prototypes.

PayPal PayPal

The preferred choice for many collectors who value an extra layer of buyer protection. PayPal is especially recommended for first-time customers trying our Bachmann Trains starter sets or when making significant purchases of Athearn’s detailed locomotives.

Security You Can Trust

We implement multiple safeguards to protect your transactions:

  • End-to-end encryption for all payment processing
  • PCI-DSS compliance meeting the highest industry standards
  • No payment data storage on our servers
  • 3D Secure authentication for eligible cards

Special Notes for Collectors

For orders exceeding $1,000 (common when purchasing multiple Märklin digital control systems or LGB garden railway sets), we recommend:

  1. Notifying your bank in advance to prevent potential holds on large transactions
  2. Considering PayPal for its additional purchase protection on high-value collectibles
  3. Contacting us at [email protected] if you need to split payment across multiple methods

Pro Tip: Create an account during checkout to save your preferred payment method for faster future purchases when new Atlas Model Railroad Co. releases become available.

Currency & International Considerations

All transactions are processed in US Dollars. International collectors should note:

  • Your bank may apply foreign transaction fees
  • Exchange rates fluctuate and are set by your payment provider
  • JCB often offers the most favorable rates for Asian customers

At Alas Train Model Shop, we’ve selected these payment methods to match the premium nature of our products and the discerning expectations of our clientele. Whether you’re purchasing your first Bachmann starter set or adding a rare Märklin masterpiece to your collection, you can trust that your payment is as secure as our packaging is protective.

Questions about payment options? Our fellow enthusiasts at [email protected] understand the importance of smooth transactions in the collecting experience.

Happy railroading,
The Alas Train Model Shop Team