Standard Catalog Of Lionel Trains 1900-1942 (Paperback) by David Doyle. This is the only full-size guide on the market with a rarity scale, a valuable tool for determining worth. Assists in every buying and selling activity involving the category of trains commanding the highest prices in the secondary market. Active collector community, with more than 31,000 members of the Train Collectors Association, and 55,000 people visiting the National Toy Train Museum annually.

Originally used by shopkeepers as an animated window display to promote other products, Lionel trains are still on display, but now as a main attraction in the collectibles world. You can confidently turn to this updated guide for more than 1,400 color photos, current pricing in three categories, information on all known variations, and extensive identifying details for 2,000 prewar Lionel trains. This comprehensive toy train reference captures the essence of this American icon, and equips you with the tools to make the most of this lucrative market.

Lionel trains, 1900-1943: Standard of the World (Hardcover) By Train Collectors Association. The name Lionel has long been synonymous with the toy train. Since the turn of the twentieth century these trains have appeared during the Holiday Season to delight boys, both young and old. Acurately researched for over three years before publication, this book is for the serious collector, however, the over 700 color photographs of trains from Lionel’s most coloroful era will appeal to all. This book has been published by the Train Collectors Association to further the hobby of collecting toy trains.

A Collector’s Guide and History to Lionel Trains: Volume 1 Prewar O Gauge (Paperback) By Tom McComas, James Tuohy (Contributor), Jack Lane (Photographer) Surveys Lionel’s prewar motive and rolling stock production with values listings, photographs, and product descriptions. The most complete record available of Lionel’s complete line up of pre-war O Gauge trains.

Greenberg’s Guide to Lionel, 1901-42: Volume II O Gauge (Paperback) By Bruce C. Greenberg, Christian Rohling (Editor). Surveys Lionel’s prewar motive and rolling stock production with values listings, photographs, and product descriptions. The most complete record available of Lionel’s distinctive line up of pre-war trains.

Greenberg’s Guide to Lionel Trains, 1901-1942: Accessories (Paperback)
By Peter H. Riddle. Surveys Lionel’s prewar accessory production with values listings, photographs, and product descriptions. The most complete record available of Lionel’s innovative accessory line.

Trains from Grandfather’s Attic: Layout Construction and Operating Techniques for the Prewar Toy Train Enthusiast (Paperback) By Peter H. Riddle. Presents tips and techniques for designing and constructing layouts, control panels, track, and scenery for toy trains made before World War II. Includes photos, diagrams, and explanations for restoring and operating vintage toy trains. Despite it’s rather insipid title, this is a fine book. It conveys a valuable overview of toy train history, tips for restoration and repair, and some very detailed advice on building and operating a toy train layout. If you’re interested in prewar tinplate toy trains, this is an excellent first book to buy.

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