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	1/87 #155240 Con-Cor Models 1920s 40 Ton 42 Foot Wood Sheathed USRA Box Car - Rock Island - HO Craftsman Kit VG+ Wood_Metal old			$38
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this 42' Box Car. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted and colored for Rock Island. Also includes pre-cut and milled floor and roof, other cut wood and stock as needed, metal doors, car ends, brake parts, ladders, other metal details and more. The model has never been started. The parts are still sealed in factory bags. Includes full size plans/instructions. Con-Cor was out of Chicago, IL and this kit is from the 1950s. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #119 Bev-Bel 50' Railbox - Angelina & Neches River Railroad - Wood and Metal HO Craftsman Kit VG+ Wood_Metal old			$36
	Very high quality kit the builds a realistic prototype. Features completely cut, milled and scribed wood for all major box car parts, wood stock as needed (that will need to be cut to size only), metal ladders, car ends, brake parts, etc, full size plans, instructions and very complete decals. The kit has never been started. Some parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag and the rest have been inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.

	1/87 #B701 Roundhouse-Model Die Casting 40' Sectional Wood Sheathed Box Car - Sante Fe - Metal HO Craftsman Kit with Sprung Metal Trucks Exc Metal old			$39
	Includes real sprung metal trucks. Roundhouse (by Model Die Casting) was a famous manufacture of HO Craftsman kits in the 1940s/1950s. This is one of their all- metal car kits. Very well detailed and crisply cast with little or no flash. Molded in details are superb. Features all metal one piece roof, three piece roof walk, car ends, floor and undercarriage, factory painted and lettered sides for Sante Fe (Tuscan Red with black and white), three piece brake set, couplers, pocket doors, bushings, screws as needed, grab irons, full instructions with drawings and more. The prepainted sides are excellent. The roof, floor, ends, doors and car sides are very flat and straight for easy assembly. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions.

	1/87 Ye Olde Huff-N-Puff 36' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator Car - SSW / St. Louis Southern Refrigerator Despatch 'Cotton Belt Route' - HO Craftsman Kit VG++ Wood_Metal old			$48
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of the 36' Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted and colored for the Cotton Belt Route. Also includes pre-cut and milled floor and roof, other cut wood and stock as needed, metal doors, hatches, brake parts, bolsters, ladders, ice hatches and other metal details and more. The model has never been started. Most parts are still sealed in factory bags - those that were never sealed have been inventoried complete. Includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #226 Ye Olde Huff-N-Puff 36' Wood Sheathed Box Car - PRR Union Line - HO Craftsman Kit VG+ Wood_Metal old			$39
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of the 36' wooden box car. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted and colored for PRR Union Line. Also includes pre-cut and milled floor and roof, other cut wood and stock as needed, metal underframe details, brake parts, bolsters, ladders and other metal details and more. The model has never been started. Most parts are still sealed in factory bags - those that were never sealed have been inventoried complete. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #PR-7 Main Line Models 36' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Billboard Reefer) - Private 'Oppenheimer Sausage'- HO Craftsman Kit Good++ Wood_Metal old			$52
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted blue with black and red design for Oppenheimer Sausage, cut and pre-milled hardwood roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, ice hatches and brake wheel, metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The details and other parts are still factory sealed. The parts that are not sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #PR-49 Main Line Models 40' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Billboard Reefer) - New York Central 'Early Bird Fast Freight Service' MDT - HO Craftsman Kit VG Wood_Metal old			$54
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted orange and decorated with white and black lettering for New York Central 'Early Bird Fast Freight Service', cut and pre-milled hardwood roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, underframe, ice hatches and other parts as needed metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The detail envelope is still factory sealed, and the parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #PR-18 Main Line Models 40' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Billboard Reefer) - Meyer Kornblum Western Dressed Beef - Kansas City New York - HO Craftsman Kit VG Wood_Metal old			$48
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted yellow and decorated with white, brown and black lettering for the Meyer Kornblum, cut and pre-milled hardwood roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, underframe, ice hatches and other parts as needed metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The detail envelope is still factory sealed, and the parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 Main Line Models 36' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Billboard Reefer) - Decker Meats- HO Craftsman Kit Good++ Wood_Metal old			$48
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted and decorated for Decker Meats, cut and pre-milled hardwood roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, ice hatches and brake wheel, metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The details and other parts are still factory sealed. The parts that are not sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #XR-1 Main Line Models 50' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Reefer) - Pacific Fruite Express - HO Craftsman Kit VG Wood_Metal old			$49
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted green and decorated with yellow lettering for PFE, cut and pre-milled hardwood 'round' roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, ice hatches and brake wheel, metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The parts have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #PR-43 Main Line Models 40' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Reefer) - G B & W Lines 'Greenbay Route' Western Refrigerator Line - HO Craftsman Kit VG Wood_Metal old			$48
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted gray and decorated with white, red and black lettering for the Greenbay Route, cut and pre-milled hardwood roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, ice hatches and other parts as needed metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The detail envelope is still factory sealed, and the parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #6203 Laconia 42' Wooden Sheathed Refrigerator 'Billboard Reefer' Car - Bourk Donaldson Taylor Potatos - Wooden HO Scale Craftsman Kit - With Metal Sprung Trucks Exc+ Wood old			$46
	Includes metal sprung trucks. Laconia kits were popular for their high level of detail in the late 1940s/early 1950s. This kit is very well detailed and builds and accurate prototype. Features heavy bristol board sides that are pre-cut and scribed and factory painted for BDT Potatos, pre-cut and milled hardwood roof, floor and other wooden parts as needed, a sealed bag of metal details, other metal stock as needed and full plans and instructions. The decorated embossed sides and ends in mint condition as they are still sealed in the factory bag. Kit has not been started and is complete with all parts, instructions and fittings. These make great stand alone models or high-quality rolling stock for your line.

	1/87 Main Line Models 50' Wood Sheathed Refrigerator (Reefer) - Railway Express Agency - HO Craftsman Kit Exc Wood_Metal old			$44
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype of this Wooden Reefer. Kit features pre-cut and pre-scribed hardwood sides that are factory painted green and decorated with white, red and yellow lettering for Railway Express, cut and pre-milled hardwood 'round' roof and floor, hardwood pre-cut and scribed car ends, cast metal underframe, wood and metal stock as required, metal ladders, reefer doors, ice hatches, end sills and brake wheel, metal grab irons, brake details and more. The model has never been started. The detail envelope is still factory sealed, and the parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete and includes full size plans/instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #A111 Athearn 40' Steel Box Car - Canadian National ' - HO Craftsman Kit with Trucks Exc+ Metal old			$48
	Very high quality wood and metal kit from the Golden Age of HO Craftsman kit. Builds a very accurate and highly detailed prototype. Of the early metal box car kits, these are my favorites, with their popularity witnessed by the various reissues through the years. Almost all the parts that are metal on the actual box car are metal on the model. This and the factory paint, lettering and decoration makes these kits difficult to beat for scale appearance. Features stamped steel body, car ends and roof that are factory painted, lettered and decorated, steel ladders, doors, door guides and brake platform, cast metal running boards, bolsters, coupler pockets and three piece brake detail, stamped metal undercarriage beam with fine cross bearers, corner steps, grab irons and more. Includes trucks. The factory paint is excellent, and I have wrapped it so it will not be damaged in shipment. Due to the high degree of factory finishing, the only painting required for this kit is the interior floor and underside. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions. If you have an interest in these kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #HO-42 La Belle 1895 55' Wooden Wagon and Carriage Car - Racine Wagon & Carriage / Chicago Milwaukee and Saint Paul - Wood and Metal HO Craftsman Kit With Central Valley Trucks Exc Wood_Metal old			$46
	This kit includes never used Central Valley Archbar Freight Trucks. La Belle, with Ambroid, set the standard for wooden HO Craftsman kits. When properly assembled, they built to museum quality models. This kit very accurately models the prototype. Construction is all hardwood with metal details. Features fully cut and milled floors and roof with pre-cut and scribed sides, cut and milled bolsters, other wood stock as required, a bag of sealed metal detail parts, full markings, full size plans and instructions and more. These models are designed for complete underside detail, which is challenging but very rewarding. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. If you would like to read more about these excellent kits, please see this article (copy and paste into your browser) - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #HO-50 La Belle 2 Kits - Wisconsin Central Truss-Rod Flatcar and Astoria and Columbia River Truss-Rod Flat Car - Wood and Metal HO Craftsman Kits Exc Wood_Metal old			$38
	La Belle, with Ambroid, set the standard for wooden HO Craftsman kits. When properly assembled, they built to museum quality models. This kit includes two models. Construction is all hardwood with metal details. Each car features fully cut and milled floors with pre-scribed floors, cut and milled bolsters, other wood stock as required, a bag of metal detail parts, full markings for both lines, full size plans and instructions and more. These models are designed for complete underside detail, which is challenging but very rewarding. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. If you would like to read more about these excellent kits, please see this article (copy and paste into your browser) - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	HO #SS207 Silver Streak Central of Georgia HO Box Car Craftsman Kit VG++ Wood_Metal old			$44
	Very detailed and well made kit. Silver Streak was one of a number of manufactures that created very realistic wood and metal kits during the Golden Age of Railroad craftsman kits (please read the article about this era on this website). Includes a pair of all metal real sprung trucks. Features pre-painted and lettered stock car sides, precut wood ends, roof and floor and stock wood as needed, metal underside parts, ladders and stock material and a factory sealed bag of metal fittings. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete including instructions.

	1/87 #K-11 Ambroid Great Northern ACF Center Flow Covered Hopper Car - HO Craftsman Kit VG+ Wood_Metal old			$39
	This is a complex and very highly detailed kit. When properly built, it is a museum quality display. High quality Ambroid kit from the 'Golden Age' of HO Craftsman kits. Ambroid kits were limited release models that are widely considered to be the standard of quality for this style kit. Features all Northeastern Scale Models hardwood lumber. All major parts are fully cut, milled, shaped and ready to assembly. Wood and metal stock is included as needed for details and those need to be cut to length. Includes dual metal-mesh roof walks, a bag of detail parts that is still factory sealed, metal ladders, full color decals with Great Northern decorations and complete lettering, paint guide (Jade Green is the correct color for this model) and full size instructions/plans. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bags and the non-sealed parts have been inventoried complete including transfers and instructions. If you have an interest in these highly accurate HO kits and the revolution they created in modeling, please read the article about their history located on this website. Please cut and paste this link in your browser to see it - http://www.oldmodelkits.com/blog/plastic-model-kit-history/the-ho-scale-model-railroading-revolution-of-the-1940s/

	1/87 #4-228 Athearn Souther Pacific Lines 'Overnight' 40 Foot Box Car - Metal HO Craftsman Kit - Bagged Sealed Metal old			$39
	Still factory sealed. In the late 1940s/early 1950s there was a revolution in model railroading: high quality kits became available for the first time. Before this, there were few standard gauges and most railroads were scratch built to any gauge the collector desired. This kit is the Menzies reissue of the classic Athearn kit. These kits build very realistic models because parts that are metal on the real box car are metal in the kit; same for the wooden parts. All sides, doors and roof are fully decorated, leaving very little painting. Includes wooden floor, opening doors, metal underside and detail fittings such as AB brake set, brake wheel, etc. These make great stand alone models or high-quality rolling stock for your line.

	HO #929-221 Silver Streak New York Central System 40' Wooden Box Car - Central of Georgia HO Craftsman Kit Exc++ Wood_Metal old			$44
	Very highly detailed and well made kit that is accurate to the prototype. Silver Streak was one of the manufactures who made very realistic wood and metal kits during the Golden Age of Railroad craftsman kits from the 1940s/early 1950s. Features hardwood pre-scribed and factory painted, decorated and lettered car sides for New York Central System, pre-cut and milled hardwood roof, floor and inner sides, other metal and hardwood stock as needed. high quality diecast car ends, doors, coupler pockets and covers, roof walk saddles, brake equipment, brake wheel and much more, steel ladders, roof ribs, door guides (for opening doors), grab irons, chain and more. Please note that is kit is designed for full underbody detail with complete brakes - a challenging but very rewarding task. The kit has never been started. All parts are still internal factory bag sealed and instructions are included.

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