The Toy Train Department (Wards)

The Toy Train Department (Wards) PDF

Author: Thomas W. Holland

Publisher: Windmill Press

Published: 1998-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781887790062

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Organized by year, this highlights the most popular trains of this era. Train collectors will be delighted to see plenty of American Flyer trains as well as such other famous train brands as Lionel and Marx. Hundreds of rare trains are illustrated along with their amazingly low, original selling prices. Seeing these old catalog pages again is like stumbling upon a childhood pal.

The Toy Train Department

The Toy Train Department PDF

Author: Thomas W. Holland

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781887790000

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Organized by year, this highlights the most popular trains of this era. Train collectors will be delighted to see plenty of American Flyer trains as well as such other famous train brands as Lionel and Marx. Hundreds of rare trains are illustrated along with their amazingly low, original selling prices. Seeing these old catalog pages again is like stumbling upon a childhood pal.

Toy Train Memories

Toy Train Memories PDF

Author: John Grams

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 0871161982

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Covers the history of toy trains' association with the holidays from unforgettable store window displays and showroom layouts, to finding that perfect toy train under the tree. Classic Toy Trains writers contribute nostalgic holiday photos from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and today. Full-color photos. Illustrations.

The Boy Who Loved Toy Trains

The Boy Who Loved Toy Trains PDF

Author: Ivan S. Stone

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2014-04-03

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 1493173901

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Ivan S. Stone has been a toy train enthusiast since the age of 3 playing with Thomas and Brio wooden trains. But it really came into play when at the age of 5 his father brought him to a family friends home. Up in the attic was an electric train layout like no young boy had ever seen before. There was no greater gathering of toys and gadgets and colors and shapes and wheels and sounds and lights and miniature people anywhere; and all going at the same time! With the trains being the main focus, young Ivan was smitten. Then there was the train layout at Sears and Roebuck during the Christmas season....... Now, an advertising executive and salesman, Ivan spends a lot of time at train gatherings and conventions to fulfill his hobby. Thus, begins our story and so far there is no end in sight.

Modern Toy Train Repair & Maintenance

Modern Toy Train Repair & Maintenance PDF

Author: R. D. Teal

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 9780897785297

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Toy train mechanic Dick Teal demonstrates techniques for keeping toy trains from contemporary manufacturers in excellent condition. Includes steps for proper lubrication, TMCC/DCS troubleshooting, and the right way to replace traction tires, batteries, and light bulbs. It's the essential workbench guide for toy train operators. Edited by Classic Toy Trains editor Neil Besougloff.

101 Classic Toy Trains

101 Classic Toy Trains PDF

Author: Roger Carp

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 2010-10-19

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0871164108

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Based on the popular “Collectible Classics” column from Classic Toy Trains magazine, 101 Classic Toy Trains surveys the most collectible toy train accessories, locomotives, and rolling stock. This book is very helpful to those who have found an old train collection and are looking for the value of it, as well as for those who just want a better idea of what they should buy next for their layout.

Toy Train Collecting and Operating

Toy Train Collecting and Operating PDF

Author: John Grams

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 9780897784474

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Toy train collectors and operators can always use more information about their hobby -- such as how and why to collect and operate vintage toy trains. Beginners will enjoy this introduction to the hobby; experienced collectors and operators will appreciate the thoughtful discussions of the subject.

Christie's Toy Trains

Christie's Toy Trains PDF

Author: Hugo Marsh

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780823006410

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A history of toy trains notes their origins in Germany in the 1850s, traces the standardization of toy train accessories, and describes the manufacturing endeavors of Lionel and American Flyer.

Great Toy Train Layouts

Great Toy Train Layouts PDF

Author: Roger Carp

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780897784788

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Roger Carp, Classic Toy Trains Associate Editor, retells the stories of 12 great layouts originally featured in the magazine. These layouts encompass the wide variety of O and S gauge toy trains; vintage and modern; traditional and hi-rail; toy-like and scale models. Each layout features additional information and insights not published in Classic Toy Trains, and new techniques for building toy train layouts.