@Bob Bubeck posted:Yes, the transformers you mention are listed as variations. I did not call out prices on them because of insufficient pricing data. One has to be honest about these things. One does not buy a guide just for prices, but also for the accuracy of the information therein. I caution, however, that rarity and price do not always correlate (inversely) with each other. Desirability is also very important.
The TM guide does not cost a lot. Suggest that you buy a copy of the 2012 edition and you will readily see the extensive listing of variations, set contents, superior accuracy, Lionel production, Gilbert paper, listing organization, etc. and, hence, why the TM guide severely trounces the 'pocket guide' competition.
Have fun!
Bob
Hi Bob,
I agree with you that rarity does not immediately translate to something being ultra expensive, as in the case of these transformers. They probably have very little value as an operational item in the US but over here they are extremely useful to have as an item to plug straight into the wall socket and away you go, no additional step down transformers to worry about.
it isn’t in my interest to make these become expensive otherwise I will just pass on them, in fact I would like to see them with a value less than the equivalent 110V item.
if anyone sees an 18B-EX 220V dual transformer then post any details of it to the forum and I will happily go and see if a deal can be made.
Do you have somewhere I can look at on the web to see the layout/format of the TM guide or can you post a couple of pages here so I can see what it looks like, if that is allowed.
I have a copy of the Doyle book which I find useful, mainly because of the photographs of items and the listing of variations etc. How does this compare to yours Bob?
