I really like this show. And this time I picked up a few things. Although I am a Hi-Railer, this 2-rail O (O-Scale) meet really delivers some diverse and cool things. This is very different from your typical O-gauge venue. The show is (obviously) more scale oriented but there also tends to be a lot of detail parts, craftsman structure kits, and other items not usually seen. There also tend to be some 3-rail items that can be had (sometimes) at bargain prices.
I picked up:
- MTH PRR N-8 cabin car with train phone antenna (didn't do great on the price, but haven't seen these in 10 years). I would like to find the remaining one 478115.
- Builders in Scale Slate Shingles (2 pkgs). I think these might be destined for a PRR interlocking tower at Weirton Junction (WC).
- Mountain States Model Works Telephone Booth Kit (from 1975). This kit builds 3 "old" or "new" style telephone booths and was the bargain of the show. Only $2.00.
- Package of 8 unpainted plastic tree stumps for $1.00
It was a great outing. The weather was beautiful, had the company of a good friend (another O-gauger), and attended a very interesting train show - certainly can't complain.
George
