Classic Toy Trains March 2016

Build an ashpit
By Stan Trzoniec
Easy project adds an interesting steam-era detail to your locomotive servicing area.

What happens in Vegas. . .inspires a great layout!
By Roger Carp
The glory days of Las Vegas come to life on Steve Garofalo’s 15 x 30-foot O gauge empire.

Upgrading a layout proves the fun is in the details
By Roger Carp
Howard Karr finds joy in making his railroad as realistic as possible.

Many layouts started--finally one completed!
By Roger Carp
Attention to detail gave Bob Slater the O gauge railroad of his dreams

A famous collection is home to Lionel's rarest postwar cars
By Roger Carp
Ed Dougherty’s train collection contains dazzling one-of-a-kind items.

In 1949, Lionel designed "A layout for the years"
By Roger Carp
An elaborate illustration from Lionel  reflects that company’s ideas of the ideal O gauge layout.

Truth or dare for American Flyer's S gauge line in 1946Issue Item
By Roger Carp
Seventy years later, collectors wonder if A.C. Gilbert really made all the S gauge sets it advertised for 1946.

Weekend workshop: Tune-up your vintage trains
By Joe Mania
Essential tips for getting that old toy train up and running.