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Toy Trains

1935–1975

by Bob Leggett ...

Series Book 854 - Shire Library
The 00 gauge was the ultimate train set of the 1950s and '60s.Electric 00 gauge trains were introduced by Trix and Hornby Dublo in the mid-1930s, but the Second World War quickly halted production. However, they burst back onto the post-war scene with great success, and 00 quickly became the dominant scale in Britain, and was taken up by other large manufacturers including Tri-ang.Whilst the ... Read more

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The 00 gauge was the ultimate train set of the 1950s and '60s.Electric 00 gauge trains were introduced by Trix and Hornby Dublo in the mid-1930s, but the Second World War quickly halted production. However, they burst back onto the post-war scene with great success, and 00 quickly became the dominant scale in Britain, and was taken up by other large manufacturers including Tri-ang.Whilst the
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The Wonderful World of Model Trains: A Beginner's Guide to Building Your Own Model Railways and Creating Stunning Sceneries & Layouts

by David B. Brokaw ...

There's a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading -- even if it's unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury -- an event in itself -- not at as merely a mode of transportation.You've probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You've no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion ... Read more

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There's a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading -- even if it's unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury -- an event in itself -- not at as merely a mode of transportation.You've probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You've no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion
... Read more
Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader

by James Kelly ...

"Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader" is an introductory guide to electricity as use for model railroading. It starts with a comparison of water systems to electrical systems and progresses to basic troubleshooting of a power bus. A quick lesson of why and how we use Ohm's law to calculate voltage drops and resistor sizing strengthens the reader's knowledge of how we control power in out ... Read more

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"Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader" is an introductory guide to electricity as use for model railroading. It starts with a comparison of water systems to electrical systems and progresses to basic troubleshooting of a power bus. A quick lesson of why and how we use Ohm's law to calculate voltage drops and resistor sizing strengthens the reader's knowledge of how we control power in out
... Read more
Lionel FasTrack Model Railroads

The Easy Way to Build a Realistic Lionel Layout

by Robert Schleicher ...

As model railroaders began demanding ever-greater realism, Lionel responded in 2004 with its FasTrack system featuring an integrated roadbed, scale-sized ties, and a less-obvious center rail. Veteran hobby author Bob Schleicher follows up his The Lionel FasTrack Book with a closer, more detailed look at Lionel’s revolutionary O-gauge system. This guide gives enthusiasts a deeper sense of how to ... Read more

$21.99 USD

As model railroaders began demanding ever-greater realism, Lionel responded in 2004 with its FasTrack system featuring an integrated roadbed, scale-sized ties, and a less-obvious center rail. Veteran hobby author Bob Schleicher follows up his The Lionel FasTrack Book with a closer, more detailed look at Lionel’s revolutionary O-gauge system. This guide gives enthusiasts a deeper sense of how to
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Playing with Trains

A Passion Beyond Scale

by Sam Posey ...

Why do grown men play with trains? Is it a primal attachment to childhood, nostalgia for the lost age of rail travel, or the stuff of flat-out obsession? In this delightful and unprecedented book, Grand Prix legend Sam Posey tracks those who share his “passion beyond scale” and discovers a wonderfully strange and vital culture.Posey’s first layout, wired by his mother in the years just after the ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Why do grown men play with trains? Is it a primal attachment to childhood, nostalgia for the lost age of rail travel, or the stuff of flat-out obsession? In this delightful and unprecedented book, Grand Prix legend Sam Posey tracks those who share his “passion beyond scale” and discovers a wonderfully strange and vital culture.Posey’s first layout, wired by his mother in the years just after the
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Having Fun With Model Trains

by Sally White ...

Model trains must be one of the oldest and most awe inspiring hobbies for both young and old. These miniature trains have captured the imagination of people all over the world for many years.Many model train builders spend hours of their time and do not spare any expense on pursuing this hobby. It becomes all engrossing and affords many happy hours to the hobbyist.There are so many models of ... Read more

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Model trains must be one of the oldest and most awe inspiring hobbies for both young and old. These miniature trains have captured the imagination of people all over the world for many years.Many model train builders spend hours of their time and do not spare any expense on pursuing this hobby. It becomes all engrossing and affords many happy hours to the hobbyist.There are so many models of
... Read more
Making a Start in N Gauge Railway Modelling

by Richard Bardsley ...

N gauge is the most rapidly expanding of all the model railway formats and if you want to take advantage of its huge potential, then this is the book for you. The author explains exactly what N gauge is, its history, its advantages and some of its possible disadvantages. He begins with a train set and progresses through choosing a prototype and designing a layout, to a practical demonstration of ... Read more

$20.99 USD

N gauge is the most rapidly expanding of all the model railway formats and if you want to take advantage of its huge potential, then this is the book for you. The author explains exactly what N gauge is, its history, its advantages and some of its possible disadvantages. He begins with a train set and progresses through choosing a prototype and designing a layout, to a practical demonstration of
... Read more
Model Railroading with M.T.H. Electric Trains

by Adelman ...

The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. This is the first operator's handbook devoted to MTH's unique features and characteristics, including the new MTH Digital Control System.Model railroaders can easily ... Read more

$13.99 USD

The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. This is the first operator's handbook devoted to MTH's unique features and characteristics, including the new MTH Digital Control System.Model railroaders can easily
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LEGO® Train Projects

7 Creative Models

by Charles Pritchett ...

Step-by-step instructions for building 7 realistic LEGO train models.LEGO Train Projects shows you how to build seven detailed train models to get your brick citizens riding the rails in style. Featuring clear, full color, step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy to build fun, realistic models that will delight train lovers of all ages.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Step-by-step instructions for building 7 realistic LEGO train models.LEGO Train Projects shows you how to build seven detailed train models to get your brick citizens riding the rails in style. Featuring clear, full color, step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy to build fun, realistic models that will delight train lovers of all ages.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies,
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Scratch-Building Model Railway Tank Locomotives

The Tilbury 4-4-2

by Simon Bolton ...

This fascinating volume tells you everything you need to know about how to build an 00 gauge Tilbury Tank locomotive or, indeed, any similar type of tank. Written in an engaging, encouraging and easily understable style, this new work is a worthy successor to the author's first book, Scratch-Building Model Railway Locomotives, which was short-listed for the Ian Allan Railway Book of the Year ... Read more

$22.99 USD

This fascinating volume tells you everything you need to know about how to build an 00 gauge Tilbury Tank locomotive or, indeed, any similar type of tank. Written in an engaging, encouraging and easily understable style, this new work is a worthy successor to the author's first book, Scratch-Building Model Railway Locomotives, which was short-listed for the Ian Allan Railway Book of the Year
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Painting and Lining Model Locomotives and Coaches

by Geoff Haynes ...

This lavishly illustrated book provides guidance on how to transform your model from its bare structure to a realistic finish. This new book provides: a guide for both beginners and the more experienced, covering all scales and gauges; advice on the selection of airbrushes, compressors and essential tools; a simple three-step process to clean and prepare your model for painting; guidance on ... Read more

$21.99 USD

This lavishly illustrated book provides guidance on how to transform your model from its bare structure to a realistic finish. This new book provides: a guide for both beginners and the more experienced, covering all scales and gauges; advice on the selection of airbrushes, compressors and essential tools; a simple three-step process to clean and prepare your model for painting; guidance on
... Read more
Modelling the Southern Region

1948 to the Present

by Chris C Ford ...

Comprehensive in its coverage, Modelling the Southern Region - 1948 to the Present presents an historical overview of the post-war Southern Region of British Railways before guiding the reader through a series of detailed modelling projects, illustrating all of the techniques and equipment required, from building freight, locomotives and architecture, to modernization, electrification and the ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Comprehensive in its coverage, Modelling the Southern Region - 1948 to the Present presents an historical overview of the post-war Southern Region of British Railways before guiding the reader through a series of detailed modelling projects, illustrating all of the techniques and equipment required, from building freight, locomotives and architecture, to modernization, electrification and the
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The Railway Experience

by Paul Atterbury ...

Britain is a country in love with its railway past. Nowhere else do the workhorses of the age of steam exert such a pull; in no other country is the nostalgia for the days when the railways extended to every corner of the kingdom so strong. However, the history of station buildings and signal boxes, steam and diesel engines, goods and postal services, main lines and branch lines is only part of ... Read more

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Britain is a country in love with its railway past. Nowhere else do the workhorses of the age of steam exert such a pull; in no other country is the nostalgia for the days when the railways extended to every corner of the kingdom so strong. However, the history of station buildings and signal boxes, steam and diesel engines, goods and postal services, main lines and branch lines is only part of
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Modelling Railways in 0 Gauge

by John Emerson ...

1 gauge (scale 7mm to the foot) is the 'senior scale' and it has existed for almost as long as the hobby of railway modelling itself. With the advent of high-quality ready-to-run 0 gauge locomotives and rolling stock, it is enjoying a huge surge in popul ... Read more

$22.99 USD

1 gauge (scale 7mm to the foot) is the 'senior scale' and it has existed for almost as long as the hobby of railway modelling itself. With the advent of high-quality ready-to-run 0 gauge locomotives and rolling stock, it is enjoying a huge surge in popul
... Read more
Fine Tuning and Maintaining 00 Gauge Models

by Nigel Burkin ...

Locomotive and layout maintenance is an essential aspect of railway modelling, but one that is little understood by modellers, especially those new to the hobby or returning after a long absence. Fine Tuning and Maintaining 00 Gauge Models shows you all of the techniques required to introduce new models to your layout, run them in, fit all of the parts supplied with them and undertake repairs ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Locomotive and layout maintenance is an essential aspect of railway modelling, but one that is little understood by modellers, especially those new to the hobby or returning after a long absence. Fine Tuning and Maintaining 00 Gauge Models shows you all of the techniques required to introduce new models to your layout, run them in, fit all of the parts supplied with them and undertake repairs
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Ensembles De Trains

L'Ancienne, Enfance, Fantaisie Nostalgique !

by Owen Jones ...

Translated by Diana Larmuseau ...

J'espère que vous trouverez ces informations utiles et profitables. Les informations contenues dans cet ebook sur divers aspects des trains et des sujets connexes sont organisées en 15 chapitres d'environ 500-600 mots chacun. J'espère qu'il intéressera ceux qui ont une jeune famille ou qui s'intéressent aux trains et aux modèles réduits de trains. En prime, je vous donne la permission d'en ... Read more

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J'espère que vous trouverez ces informations utiles et profitables. Les informations contenues dans cet ebook sur divers aspects des trains et des sujets connexes sont organisées en 15 chapitres d'environ 500-600 mots chacun. J'espère qu'il intéressera ceux qui ont une jeune famille ou qui s'intéressent aux trains et aux modèles réduits de trains. En prime, je vous donne la permission d'en
... Read more
Linking Rings

William W. Durbin and the Magic and Mystery of America

by Robenalt ...

“So how to tell of the life of a magician whose vocation was politics? A simple biography was out of the question. All of the hard research led to an idea. Why not travel back in time for one night to meet the old wizard himself in a car ride that actually did take place at the end of his life? Once there, he could tell his story directly to one of his descendants—a transference of family memories ... Read more

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“So how to tell of the life of a magician whose vocation was politics? A simple biography was out of the question. All of the hard research led to an idea. Why not travel back in time for one night to meet the old wizard himself in a car ride that actually did take place at the end of his life? Once there, he could tell his story directly to one of his descendants—a transference of family memories
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Nähen lernen für Anfänger, Schnittmuster, Overlook und von Hand

by Sandra Schulz ...

"Nähen lernen: Ohne und mit Nähmaschine" ist ein umfassendes Handbuch, das sowohl Anfängern als auch Fortgeschrittenen eine einfache und verständliche Einführung in die Kunst des Nähens bietet. Das Buch ist in zwei Teile gegliedert, um sowohl traditionelles Handnähen als auch den Einsatz einer Nähmaschine abzudecken.Im ersten Teil werden die Grundlagen des Handnähens behandelt. Es werden ... Read more

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"Nähen lernen: Ohne und mit Nähmaschine" ist ein umfassendes Handbuch, das sowohl Anfängern als auch Fortgeschrittenen eine einfache und verständliche Einführung in die Kunst des Nähens bietet. Das Buch ist in zwei Teile gegliedert, um sowohl traditionelles Handnähen als auch den Einsatz einer Nähmaschine abzudecken.Im ersten Teil werden die Grundlagen des Handnähens behandelt. Es werden
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Modelling Railway Scenery

Volume 1 - Cuttings, Hills, Mountains, Streams and Lakes

by Anthony Reeves ...

Whether you are just starting out in the hobby of scenic railway modelling, or are more experienced and are revamping an existing layout, this invaluable instructional volume will guide you through the art of using basic materials to create wonderful model scenery. Brimming with practical advice and tips, the book shows you how to create realistic cuttings, natural rocky outcrops, grassy hillsides ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Whether you are just starting out in the hobby of scenic railway modelling, or are more experienced and are revamping an existing layout, this invaluable instructional volume will guide you through the art of using basic materials to create wonderful model scenery. Brimming with practical advice and tips, the book shows you how to create realistic cuttings, natural rocky outcrops, grassy hillsides
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Building and Operating a Realistic Model Railway

A Guide to Running a Layout Like an Actual Railway

by Allen Jackson ...

This informative book provides a step-by-step account of the construction, from scratch, of a model railway called Dovedale. The model is operated like a real modern railway and was built entirely by the author within a strict low budget, using, wherever possible, recycled materials. Moreover, Dovedale is based on a specific prototype that exists in Buxton in Derbyshire, where freight trains run ... Read more

$20.99 USD

This informative book provides a step-by-step account of the construction, from scratch, of a model railway called Dovedale. The model is operated like a real modern railway and was built entirely by the author within a strict low budget, using, wherever possible, recycled materials. Moreover, Dovedale is based on a specific prototype that exists in Buxton in Derbyshire, where freight trains run
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Das Lasercut-Handbuch

Grundlagen, Technik, Tipps und Beispiele für den perfekten Modellbau

by Hans-Dieter Kienitz ...

Lasercut ist ein Verfahren, bei dem ein Material (z. B. Holz, Papier, Acrylglas, Metall) mit einem Laserstrahl präzise geschnitten wird. Dadurch entsteht eine saubere und präzise Schnittkante. So können Modellgebäude etwa für die Modellbahn in ungeahnter Präzision gefertigt werden. Dieses Handbuch zeigt wie es geht – für Einsteiger und Profis. Es präsentiert anschaulich die Grundlagen anhand von ... Read more

$26.99 USD

Lasercut ist ein Verfahren, bei dem ein Material (z. B. Holz, Papier, Acrylglas, Metall) mit einem Laserstrahl präzise geschnitten wird. Dadurch entsteht eine saubere und präzise Schnittkante. So können Modellgebäude etwa für die Modellbahn in ungeahnter Präzision gefertigt werden. Dieses Handbuch zeigt wie es geht – für Einsteiger und Profis. Es präsentiert anschaulich die Grundlagen anhand von
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Collectionner le Modélisme Ferroviaire de Précision

Le guide complet pour passionnés et collectionneurs

by Coins and More ...

Translated by AI ...

Un guide complet et pratique pour collectionner les trains miniatures, concu pour les debutants comme pour les collectionneurs qui veulent progresser. Apprenez a reconnaitre les differents types de trains miniatures et leurs caracteristiques, evaluer l'authenticite et l'etat de conservation, utiliser catalogues et outils du collectionneur et comprendre comment se forme la valeur marchande. Un ... Read more

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Un guide complet et pratique pour collectionner les trains miniatures, concu pour les debutants comme pour les collectionneurs qui veulent progresser. Apprenez a reconnaitre les differents types de trains miniatures et leurs caracteristiques, evaluer l'authenticite et l'etat de conservation, utiliser catalogues et outils du collectionneur et comprendre comment se forme la valeur marchande. Un
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Einführung in die Digitale Modellbahn

Grundlagen und Praxis Schritt für Schritt erklärt

by Tobias Pütz ...

Wer heute mit der Modellbahnerei anfängt (oder als alter Hase wieder einsteigt), beginnt fast automatisch mit einer digital gesteuerten Bahn. Die meisten Startpackungen der großen Hersteller beinhalten ein digitales Fahrgerät, das als Grundstock für den weiteren Ausbau der Modellbahnsteuerung dienen kann. Spätestens hier tauchen bei einem Einsteiger die ersten Fragen auf: Was für Möglichkeiten ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Wer heute mit der Modellbahnerei anfängt (oder als alter Hase wieder einsteigt), beginnt fast automatisch mit einer digital gesteuerten Bahn. Die meisten Startpackungen der großen Hersteller beinhalten ein digitales Fahrgerät, das als Grundstock für den weiteren Ausbau der Modellbahnsteuerung dienen kann. Spätestens hier tauchen bei einem Einsteiger die ersten Fragen auf: Was für Möglichkeiten
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Designing and Building Model Railway Baseboards

by Ron Pybus ...

Model railway baseboards are like the foundations of a house, and failure to build a rigid baseboard that has no movement will inevitably lead to problems. Accordingly, this invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those who wish to be guided through the potential pitfalls of making a baseboard and who require practical information about the different kinds of boards and how ... Read more

$22.99 USD

Model railway baseboards are like the foundations of a house, and failure to build a rigid baseboard that has no movement will inevitably lead to problems. Accordingly, this invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those who wish to be guided through the potential pitfalls of making a baseboard and who require practical information about the different kinds of boards and how
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