First thing Friday morning, I purchased this boxed O gauge Merkur set circa 1947-48. This set was produced in Czechoslovakia. It bears mentioning that the engine is not missing a lead truck, it was made this way 0-4-2! Even though my first love has always been standard gauge, after many years of collecting I find myself buying more prewar O and lately European trains, both O and 1 gauge. I expect to have this cleaned and running in the next hour. I also found a clock-work Ives #17 and tender to add to my Ives collection. I enjoyed the Ives Train Society meeting, seeing old friends, and acquiring a few parts. All together another enjoyable York.
Eric Hofberg
TCA, LCCA
That's funny - I bought the same Merkur set, but without the box. Had a hard time deciding, then decided to save a few bucks. Can't remember if I got it on Thursday or early Friday. Glad you like it.
