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This is the Lowell Smith Signature Series and RailSmith blog, (or perhaps it's better called, ‘stories around the caboose stove’). Either way, bookmark this page for updates as they happen and check back regularly!

Noah Elias and Lowell Smith Team Up to Bring TRAINS to The Kid In Me

I’ve had the privilege of meeting and working with some incredibly talented individuals over the years. Recently, a good friend of mine, Noah Elias, approached me with an idea I have been so excited about. This partnership and project has already been a highlight, and I’m thrilled to finally get to share it with you.…

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What They Say:

George H.

Blunt End Observation is a GRAND SLAM! I’ve wanted this car for ages but never figured out a good way to kitbash it.

P.B.

Thanks for all the great trains – it’s nice to have such wonderful rolling stock on the layout.

Bill S.

That car is about the greatest thing I’ve ever seen in N scale!  Excellent work!

Charlie S.

Thank you for producing such well researched quality offerings.

Jerry

I really am enjoying what you are producing, Lowell! Thanks for doing it. Jerry

Gordon and Dorothy

I have never been treated as graciously and in a manner more suited to a VIP in my life, as I was on our train trip.  It’s obvious how you’ve made your life a success story.  Looking around the train and seeing your friends I’m pretty sure they  were all made to feel very special by you, and your…

J. LaBoda

To say the least this is a HUGE development for N-scale and I, along with a number of others, are indebted to you for making these cars possible. Thanks so very much!!!

J. Arenas

Wow… You made my dream come true with the CK Holiday! I am a great admirer of your work.

Rick S.

Every new release from your Signature Series gets me revved up for the rails.

R. M.

Lowell, I just want you to know – you make this hobby fun!