So, you have a few small items you would like re-chromed?..I sure hope you have deep, very deep pockets. Your best and cost wise choice would nickel. Most items on our toys are just that. What items do you want to make pretty again? Have you thought about contacting Micro-Mart? Their little kit to re-plate small items might be your best bet. (I'm going this route next time for my prewar items.)
Speaking from experience, plating shops are only in a few states now. I live in CA, I had to send my parts to TX. Each has their own minimum rate. These are usually in the hundreds of dollars.
