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Welcome to Rocket Model Toys! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website (rockethobbystore.com) and all purchases made through it. By accessing our site or making a purchase, you agree to these terms – so please read them as carefully as you’d prepare your 54mm motor for launch!

1. Our Customers

Our products are designed for rocketry enthusiasts aged 18+ who understand the technical requirements of model rocketry. By purchasing from us, you confirm:

  • You have the necessary skills to safely handle rocketry components
  • You comply with all local regulations regarding model rocketry
  • You understand motors and certain components may be restricted in some regions

2. Product Information

2.1 Technical Specifications

We specialise in high-performance rocketry components ranging from 13mm to 98mm in diameter, including:

  • Precision-engineered motors (13mm-98mm)
  • Aerodynamic tubes and couplers
  • Secure motor retainers
  • Specialist adhesives and altimeters

2.2 Product Limitations

Important restrictions:

  • Motors cannot be returned due to safety regulations
  • Opened adhesives and used altimeters are non-returnable
  • Some components may require certification in your region

3. Ordering Process

3.1 Placing Orders

When you place an order:

  • You’re making an offer to purchase under these terms
  • We’ll confirm receipt immediately (like a successful launch telemetry signal!)
  • Orders only become binding when we dispatch your items

3.2 Payment Terms

We accept:

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • JCB
  • PayPal

Payment is taken at checkout. For security, we don’t store payment details on our servers.

4. Shipping Policy

4.1 Processing & Delivery

Our launch sequence:

  • Processing: 1-2 business days (faster than assembling a 5″ coupler!)
  • Standard Shipping: £12.95 via DHL/FedEx (10-15 business days after dispatch)
  • Free Shipping: Orders over £50 via EMS (15-25 business days after dispatch)

4.2 Shipping Restrictions

We currently cannot ship to:

  • Certain Asian countries (contact us if unsure)
  • Remote regions without reliable courier services

5. Returns & Refunds

5.1 Return Eligibility

Our 3-stage return process:

  1. Initiate: Email [email protected] within 15 days of delivery
  2. Package: Return items in original packaging with documentation
  3. Ship: Send to our Hereford facility (tracking recommended)

5.2 Refund Processing

After we receive your return:

  • Inspection within 3-5 business days
  • Refund to original payment method in 5-10 business days
  • Free shipping orders deduct original shipping costs

6. User Responsibilities

As a valued customer, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate shipping and payment information
  • Check local laws regarding rocketry components
  • Use products safely and as intended
  • Notify us of damaged items within 48 hours of delivery

7. Intellectual Property

All content on rockethobbystore.com is our property, including:

  • Product designs and specifications
  • Website content and imagery
  • Branding and logos

Unauthorised use may ground your project faster than a faulty retainer!

8. Liability Limitations

While we engineer our components for maximum reliability:

  • We’re not liable for improper use of products
  • We don’t guarantee uninterrupted website access
  • Our liability is limited to the purchase price of items

9. Policy Changes

We may update these terms – the current version will always be on our website. Continued use after changes means you accept them.

10. Contact Us

For any questions about these terms:

Email: [email protected]
Postal: Rocket Model Toys, 30 Mill St, Hereford, GB HR6J 5CR

Thank you for choosing Rocket Model Toys – now get back to your launch preparations while we handle the paperwork!