RPO Newsbag

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!

The Great Locomotive Chase

Since I can remember, I have always had an interest in the American Civil War, and have been rather fascinated by many stories of the family hardships that the War Between the States caused. In 1992, I traveled to the NMRA convention in Columbus, OH. It was my first time ‘back east’ and since the…

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Latest On The Track

What They Say:

D.

“You have no idea how excited I am about these cars . . .”

P.B.

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

Linda and Pete B.

Just wanted to thank you again for the opportunity to be with you and the many other happy folks who experienced the Feather River Canyon trip.  I know you put a lot of work into making this special trip a reality and it all came together extremely well!

M. Magliaro

I received my #99 business card in the mail today. It looks superb. Thank you for another wonderful job. You are really filling a niche.

Jerry

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

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.

D.K.

I am speechless!  The AFT Showcase car is everything I hoped it would be; and more.

R. M.

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

Jerry E.

Received GN A10 today. Absolutely stunning! I am very pleased. Thank You all.

A.M.

“You seem to be the shining light in an industry that’s seen a lot of change since the early 2000’s when I was last in the hobby”.