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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!

Announcing the Ferdinand Magellan: Releasing Feb. 2016!

U.S. No. 1 This is one of those announcements that I have been looking forward to for quite awhile! Micro-Trains has created a brand-new car for my Executive Line Series.  This project has been in the works for a very long time, and the time has come for it’s unveiling. New car sides were created…

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What They Say:

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…

R. M.

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

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.

K. Lyons

I want to be like you when I grow up!

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!

Rick S.

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

J.Wallace

AFT is a real dream come true for me. Thanks for all your hard work!

R. K.

You are in my book one of the very best.

J. Arenas

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

J. Echlin

Many thanks for your superb offerings and beautiful work!