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Why Lionel Trains Continue to Grow
Despite Joshua Lion Cowen?s belief in the value of his Lionel toy trains and the success that it will eventually enjoy, he most certainly would not have imagined that the popularity of his products continue to be strong today, especially given the revival in model train collecting in recent years. Lionel model trains were a [...]
Continue reading...All about Lionel Model Trains
24. January 2010
During their nadir, Lionel model trains were legendary internationally for their focus on detail and the standard of manufacture. They continue to are : from Hogwart’s Express for Harry Potter fans to the Polar Express or merely the straightforward Pennsylvania steam freight train, Lionel offers a large range of trains that are true to the [...]
Continue reading...Weathering Techniques for Lionel Model Trains HO Sets
24. January 2010
Weathering your train makes it look more realistic. Weathering adds the appearance of dirt, rust, and even graffiti to your train, making it look like a train that?s paid its dues and been around for a while.
Here are some weathering tips and techniques for transforming your model trains from fresh-out-of-the-box shiny and new to working [...]
Model train scale basics
24. January 2010
Model Train Scales and Gauges
Sure, you’re planning to craft the ultimate model railroad blueprint this part of the river, “Just what scale do I choose to render this monster at home?” good, there’s various things you need to think about and let’s look at a number of of them.
Firstly, a plain definition of scale [...]
How to Power Your Model Trains – Lionel Trains
24. January 2010
In the early days, model trains were toys and were powered by a mechanism like a clock – speed was controlled by grabbing levers attached on the train itself as it moved. When the trains were powered by electricity, the power was delivered through a third rail and picked up by a skid like mechanism [...]
Continue reading...Model Railroading from A to Z
24. January 2010
A is for Atlas Model Railroad Company, the New Jersey based manufacturer of N, HO, and O scale trains, track, and accessories.
B is for Bachman, the Philadelphia based manufacturer of N, HO, and On30 scale trains, track, and accessories including the Plasticville
Originally posted 2010-01-23 22:36:41. Republished by Old Post Promoter
Hop a Ho Train, and Start Collecting
24. January 2010
Interested in Train Collecting?.. Or are you wanting to add to your childhood collection?
Train collecting goes back more that 150 years, and whether you collected the vintage metal trains or the plastic model trains, or you are into the, modern state of the art remote control trains, it is great fun scouring the [...]
The Definitive Lionel Trains Collectors Guide- Everything You Need to Know about Lionel Trains
24. January 2010
There are few hobbies more exciting that the collection of Lionel Trains. Lionel trains have been a trademark of quality and perfection in the model train world for many years. Collectors from all over have been adding new pieces and parts to their ongoing collections and the number of requests for catalogs is always increasing. [...]
Continue reading...Making Of Model Train Scales
24. January 2010
When you get into model railroading, you quickly learn about model train scales. Every model train that is produced has a scale letter associated with it, such as: HO, O and so forth. The scale let’s you know how true to life it is and more importantly, the physical size of the train itself. The [...]
Continue reading...Model Trains for Serious Collectors
24. January 2010
The first thing to point out is that serious collectors can spend a lot of money on model trains, so you might not be able to buy that special loco they’ve had their eye on, unless you are a very generous present-giver indeed!
One other consideration to bear in mind is the gauge of the model [...]
24. January 2010
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