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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:

R.M.

These are indeed miniature masterpieces.

Jeff B.

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

D.K.

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

J. Echlin

Many thanks for your superb offerings and beautiful work!

Dan & Nina D.

So glad our big Alaska trip happened when it did.  It was the trip of a lifetime for me and Nina, thank you so much for organizing it.

Jerry

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

P.B.

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

Chuck T.

Just a quick note to acknowledge receipt of my AFT Tool Car. Thanks so much for another Outstanding Piece of Craftsmanship! The AFT is my most prized “N” Scale collection. I had perceived that there were delays in getting this last car into our hands, but thought it was a problem with China. Your letter…

J. Arenas

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

Joe W.

And as for your goal of 5 releases a year, I admire your ambition, but I won’t hold it against you if you fall short on that accomplishment.  I’m just thrilled you’re doing such an AWESOME job of releasing this amazing train, and hope you don’t stop until it’s all done!