About Us
We are avid collectors of Poole Pottery animal models from all periods which is perfectly understandable since we live just a couple of miles from Poole and simply love animals of all kinds - even the real ones. Over the last 10 years or more we've amassed such large numbers of most models - enough to be able to write a planned book! - that we're now able to offer some for sale to others. We understand the likes and dislikes of collectors and will do everything possible to avoid any disappointment and that includes a no quibble guarantee on everything, including all postage. In our experience the best place in the world to find Poole Pottery of all kinds is in Poole itself and that's particularly true for the rarer items which were originally only available to Poole Pottery staff or through the Poole Pottery Shop. The very nature of our market means, of course, our supplies are strictly limited and subject to change. Everything we sell is now on the discontinued list of course. We will sell strictly on a first come-first served basis, and are one of only two bulk distributors of the now discontinued BLUE GLAZE range in the world - in fact, for many of our items, we are the ONLY distributor. We entered into an exclusive contract with Poole Pottery in 2002 to have extremely limited numbers of several blue glazed models produced (Rabbits, Dormice, Penguins, Large Otter, Mallard Duckling, Hedgehog, and Badgers) and are privileged to have their instantly recognisable POOLE ENGLAND backstamp on each item as evidence of the authenticity and integrity of each item. Models which previously had not been produced in blue glaze (Rabbits, Dormice, Large Otter) are accompanied by our own Certificate which confirms the maximum numbers produced of each model and acts as your guarantee of perfect quality. Ours is a Virtual Shopping Arcade which you can enter freely, shop around, select and order your favourite items - and all from the comfort of your own homes. All you have to do is make your payment, and be at home to take delivery. What could be simpler or more convenient? We sell mainly through the Internet which offers huge benefits to all of us, and particularly to you. Have a look at the advantages below. They basically mean that our prices are lower, allowing you to purchase single rare items at very competitive rates, or multiple items at a discount of 33.3% on orders over £1500. All prices include VAT which we take full responsibility for within our Registered Company Accounts, so you may rest assured that there are no hidden costs. We fully understand that the hardest part of the collectibles trade for traders is finding the right stock at the right price, and being able to quickly replace it, and that is where we can help. Our items are so rare and exclusive, however, that they will appeal to collectors and traders alike, and no order is too small - not even the smallest single item. Like all Internet shops, we are open 24 hours a day for 365 days a year - we never close. The only downside we have identified is that you cannot touch and examine the goods before you buy them. To counter this, we offer our no-quibble Returns Policy which means if you are not satisfied when you receive your goods and can handle and examine them, you can get your money back. We are so confident that you will be satisfied that we will even refund your postage incurred in returning the item(s) to us. If you have any questions about our service, or need to know anything about the Poole Pottery STONEWARE, BONE CHINA, OR BLUE GLAZED animal series, then please contact us and we'll be only too pleased to help. You will find that we are very friendly collectors at heart, and we'll be very happy to hear from you. Advantages of a virtual Mall The following advantages of an Internet Shop or Mall are very significant to you, our customers, for they enable us to keep our costs low, and this benefits you in the form of lower prices. There are advantages for both of us. For you: We open at times which are convenient to you. Actually, we are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and for 52 weeks a year. We NEVER close. There are no sales staff to hassle you, so you can come in whenever you want, and stay for as long as you like. If you want help or advice on any matter, you can contact us and we'll get back to you with the answer. You don't have to leave your home. That means no driving, or queuing to park the car; no parking fees or fines; and no waiting to be served. You can pay by an internet method - again, you don't need to even leave the armchair if you choose Paypal - or you can pay by cheque, Postal Order, or Money Order (UK buyers) or International Money Order (non-UK buyers) For us: We don't need a plush and expensive showroom or shop to display our goods. No rent, no maintenance, no heating, lighting, telephones, etc. We don't need many staff. No warehouse staff, sales staff, checkout staff, cleaning staff, and so on, and therefore no payroll staff either.We don't need a chain of stores with video security, complex accounting systems, office blocks, secretaries, supervisors, etc. and we don't suffer from one of the greatest problems of retailing - the problem and cost of shop-lifting. We can sell to the world through the magic of a computer and are delighted to have customers from all corners of the world. Everyone is welcome. |
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