Classic Toy Trains July 2016

Three rails to the Southwest!By Roger Carp A scenic layout inspired by Norman Holman’s favorite journeys Found! Layout survives from Lionel's 1950s showroomBy Roger Carp Uncovering the sole remnant of Lionel’s New York City showroom. Remembering photographer and writer Fred DoleBy Roger Carp From model railroading to publishing, he celebrated the hobby’s best. Lionel's postwar-style "Layout for the years"By Roger Carp Here’s what you need to build this famous 1949 Lionel plan. Back to the (O gauge) future on this 1950s-themed layoutBy Paul Jann Postwar trains influenced the design of Paul Jann’s 10 x 38-foot railroad. Naming Gilbert's greatest American Flyer freight carBy Mark Suek Uncovering the sole remnant of Lionel’s New York City showroom. Weekend workshop: Quick project adds light to MTH RailKing dome carsBy Robert Rello The MTH RailKing Vista-Dome cars are popular models. Here’s how to add lights and figures.