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Fall Means Indoor Railroading for the Model Railroad Enthusiast

I really love the fall season.  Every year, as the days get colder, it is a reminder of the fun hobby of model railroading. And although it truly is not a seasonal hobby for me, it is the time of year the focus comes back indoors after the fun warm days of summer. Last night…

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What They Say:

Jeff B.

Keep up setting the bar high and providing a product that exceeds expectations.

J. Echlin

Many thanks for your superb offerings and beautiful work!

Bill S.

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

R. K.

You are in my book one of the very best.

Paul G.

I just received my Carolwood Pacific cars yesterday. They are exquisite! Every attention to detail was paid here, and I can’t thank you enough for putting this into production.  They are going to look amazing, circling my main Street miniatures display.

J. Arenas

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

B.L.

Thank you ever so much for being such an integral part of the model railroading hobby!

P.B.

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

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…

D.K.

Aside from the quality, creativity and originality, you are to be commended for your ongoing commitment to this (GAC) series, and all of your series of trains over a period of so many years.  There is always something to look forward to. Keep up the great work!’ D. K.