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Chesapeake & Ohio and Baltimore & Ohio YELLOW 1-oz bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint

This Chesapeake & Ohio and Baltimore & Ohio Yellow paint comes in a convenient 1-ounce bottle, specially formulated as an airbrush-ready Tru-Color Paint. It is a solvent-based acrylic paint thinned with Acetone and other media, ensuring smooth application for detailed and vibrant results.

• 1-ounce bottle size for precise use and minimal waste
• Solvent-based acrylic paint thinned with Acetone and other media
• Ready exclusively for airbrushing, not suited for brush painting
• Dries to a glossy finish for optimal decal application
• Requires primer on metal and recommended for plastics and other materials

Compared to standard model paints, this Tru-Color Paint offers superior thinness and flow, tailored specifically for airbrushing. Unlike previous thicker formulations, this paint cannot be applied effectively with a brush, which ensures finer detail for scale models and hobby projects. Additionally, the glossy finish when drying outperforms many matte paints by providing a durable surface that enhances decal adherence.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

The paint’s acetone-thinned base enables rapid drying and clean cleanup using inexpensive acetone, making it both efficient and cost-effective. Its packaging in soft plastic bottles may cause some evaporation of thinner media over time, but the pigment remains intact and can be rejuvenated with Tru-Color’s Rejuvenator or Thinner. This special-order product is carefully prepared for shipping within 4-8 days after early Monday orders, ensuring fresh production quality.

Chesapeake & Ohio and Baltimore & Ohio YELLOW 2-oz bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint SPECIAL ORDER ONLY

This Tru-Color Paint is a solvent-based acrylic paint specifically formulated for airbrush use, delivering a smooth and consistent finish. The paint is thinned with Acetone and other media, making it ready for precise airbrushing applications.

• Solvent-based acrylic with Acetone thinning
• 2-ounce bottle size
• Dries to a glossy finish (except flat or matte colors)
• Requires ventilation during spraying
• Cleanup with inexpensive Acetone

Compared to other paints in the model-making industry, this Tru-Color Paint offers superior airbrush readiness and dries quickly to a durable, glossy finish ideal for decal application. While it’s too thin for brush painting, its specialized formulation ensures excellent adhesion when used over primer, especially on metal and plastic surfaces. This product maintains its performance thanks to the ability to rejuvenate pigment with Tru-Color’s Rejuvenator or Thinner if evaporation occurs during storage.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

The innovative solvent-based acrylic formula combines Acetone thinning for seamless airbrush application, which is essential for fine detail work in scale modeling. Its quick-drying, glossy finish provides a professional look ready for decals, surpassing many industry standards that require longer drying times or multiple coats. Additionally, the packaging in soft plastic bottles ensures a long shelf life with easy restoration of pigment quality if necessary. This special order paint ships within 4-8 days, guaranteeing freshness and reliability for your project needs.

Softcover, 96 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, illustrations, some track layouts.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 5–16
• I'd Like to Buy a Vowel, pp. 17–18
• Getting There
• Part 1, pp. 19–24
• Getting There
• Part 2, pp. 25–30
• A Fixer-Upper, pp. 31–36
• Diggin' Out from Under, pp. 37–48
• In Control, pp. 49–57
• The "Alleghany Ballet", pp. 58–65
• The Rest of the Cast, pp. 66–73,"Next Station Stop...", pp. 74–78
• The Care and Feeding, pp. 79–84
• In the Middle of the Action, pp. 85–88
• Putting it All Together, pp. 89–96.Features: New Softcover C. Bryan Kidd Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2018

Softcover, 96 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs and illustrations.

Contents:

• In the Beginning, pp. 6–16
• Building the Railroads, pp. 17–28
• Bought and Finished by the C&O, pp. 29–38Good Times and Bad Times, pp. 39–44
• World War II and the Years After, pp. 45–50
• Each of the Branch Lines (Later Subdivisions), pp. 51–64
• The Marshalling Yards, pp. 65–70
• Passenger Service on the Coal District, pp. 71–80
• Agency and Ticket Agent Stations Coal River SD, pp. 81–90
• Agency and Ticket Agent Stations Big Coal SD, pp. 91–96.Features: New Softcover Dr. Wendell McChord Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2013

Softcover, 80 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs and illustrations.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 4–9
• Function of the Tipple, pp. 10–15
• Car Retarder Operations, pp. 16–26
• Coal Preparation, pp. 27–31
• Case Study: New River Mine, pp. 32–35
• Historic American Engineering Drawings: Kaymoor Tipple, pp. 36–45
• Typical Coal Mine Tipples on the C&O, pp. 46–49
• Examples of Tipples Along C&O Lines, pp. 50–64
• Inland Steel Corporation's Coal Preparation Plant
• Price
• KY, pp. 65–68
• Bituminous Goes to Market, pp. 69–72
• C&O's Largest Coal Shipper - The Dorrance Colliery at Omar
• WV, pp. 73–76
• Other Tipples, pp. 77–80. Features: New Softcover Thomas W. Dixon
• Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2016

Softcover, 64 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs and diagrams.

Contents:

• The Coaling Station and Its Function, pp. 6–15
• Wooden Coaling Stations, pp. 16–23
• Cylindrical Concrete Facilities, pp. 24–39
• Rectangular Coaling Stations, pp. 40–53
• Unusual C&O Coaling Stations, pp. 54–64.Features: New Softcover Thomas W. Dixon
• Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2014

Softcover, 64 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W and Color photographs, roster and diagrams.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 4–5
• The Coming of the Diesel Era - Switchers Show the Way, pp. 6–9
• The Pere Marquette Diesel Switchers, pp. 10–15
• ALCo Switchers Open the C&O Diesel Era, pp. 16–25
• The Unusual TR3 and TR4 Sets, pp. 26–29
• The EMD NW2s, pp. 30–37
• EMD SW7s, pp. 38–41
• EMD SW9s, pp. 42–48
• Color Photographs, pp. 49–64. Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 80 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., Color and B&W photographs, roster and diagrams.

Contents:

• The Pere Marquettes and the E7s, pp. 4–15
• C&O's E8s, pp. 16–33
• E8 Assignments and Scheduling, pp. 34–39
• E8 Appearance and Paint Schemes, pp. 40–54
• E7 and E8 Color Album, pp. 55–80. Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Chesapeake & Ohio ENCHANTMENT BLUE 1-oz Bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint

Chesapeake & Ohio ENCHANTMENT BLUE is a high-quality, airbrush-ready acrylic paint designed for precision and vibrant color application. This 1-oz bottle contains solvent-based paint thinned with acetone and other media to ensure smooth spraying performance.

• 1-oz capacity for convenient usage and storage
• Solvent-based acrylic formulation thinned with acetone and other media
• Requires ventilation when applied via airbrush
• Dries to a glossy finish suitable for decal application (except flat or matte colors)
• Clean up easily with inexpensive acetone

Compared to traditional acrylic paints, Chesapeake & Ohio ENCHANTMENT BLUE offers superior thinness optimized specifically for airbrush use, which makes it unsuitable for brush painting. The paint’s unique solvent blend helps deliver a smooth, even coat that dries quickly to a durable glossy finish, matching or exceeding industry standards for model and hobby paints. The inclusion of acetone allows for effortless cleaning, improving workflow and maintenance.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

This paint’s innovative solvent-based acrylic formula provides excellent adhesion when used with primer on metals and plastics. Its packaging in soft plastic bottles does result in some evaporation of the thinner over time, but the pigment remains intact and can be rejuvenated with Tru-Color’s proprietary “Rejuvenator” or thinner solutions. Special order availability ensures fresh batches are shipped within 4-8 days, maintaining optimal paint quality for serious modelers and hobbyists.

Chesapeake & Ohio ENCHANTMENT BLUE 2-oz bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint SPECIAL ORDER ONLY

The Chesapeake & Ohio ENCHANTMENT BLUE 2-oz bottle features Tru-Color Paint, a solvent-based acrylic paint designed specially for airbrushing. This airbrush-ready paint delivers vibrant color with ease, making it a perfect addition for modelers and artists seeking precision and quality.

• Solvent-based acrylic paint with pigment thinned by Acetone and other media
• 2-ounce bottle size, ideal for precise application
• Glossy finish on non-flat or non-matte colors, perfect for decal application
• Requires ventilation during spraying and easy cleanup with Acetone
• Special order only – ships within 4-8 days after Monday morning ordering

Compared to industry-standard paints, this Tru-Color Paint stands out for its airbrush readiness and exceptional pigment quality. While many paints require extensive thinning, this formula is pre-thinned for airbrushing, ensuring smooth application and vibrant results every time. Unlike thicker paints, it is too thin for brush application but excels in versatility and finish quality.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

The paint’s solvent-based acrylic composition ensures excellent adhesion when used with a primer on metal and other surfaces like plastic. Its quick-drying glossy finish supports decal placement, enhancing model detailing. Additionally, the unique packaging in soft plastic bottles means the pigment can be rejuvenated with Tru-Color’s Rejuvenator or Thinner, maintaining paint usability over time. This makes it a durable and reliable choice for professionals aiming for flawless finishes with airbrush applications.

Tru-Color Paint is a solvent-based acrylic paint. The pigment is thinned with Acetone and other media. Ventilation is required when spraying it. Cleanup is achieved with inexpensive Acetone. This paint is ready for air brushing. It is too thin for brush painting.All colors that are not flat or matte, dry to a glossy finish that is ready for decal application. Primer should be used for metal and may be used for other materials including plastics.Over time, because the paint is packaged in soft plastic bottles, some of the media (thinner) the pigment is suspended in may have evaporated. The pigment does not evaporate and can be 'brought back to life' with either Tru-Color's 'Rejuvenator' or Thinner.Features:Special Order Only paint is ordered early Monday mornings and ships in 4-8 days.

Tru-Color Paint is a solvent-based acrylic paint. The pigment is thinned with Acetone and other media. Ventilation is required when spraying it. Cleanup is achieved with inexpensive Acetone. This paint is ready for air brushing. It is too thin for brush painting.All colors that are not flat or matte, dry to a glossy finish that is ready for decal application. Primer should be used for metal and may be used for other materials including plastics.Over time, because the paint is packaged in soft plastic bottles, some of the media (thinner) the pigment is suspended in may have evaporated. The pigment does not evaporate and can be 'brought back to life' with either Tru-Color's 'Rejuvenator' or Thinner.Features:Special Order Only paint is ordered early Monday mornings and ships in 4-8 days.

Features: New Softcover Karen Parker and Thomas W. Dixon, Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2017

Softcover, pages, 8.5 x 11 in., Color and B&W images and illustrations.GP7s, pp. 7–12,GP9s, pp. 13–20,Painting and Lettering C&O GP7s and GP9s, pp. 21–32,Color Album, 33-64. Features: New Softcover Thomas W. Dixon, Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2013

Features: New Softcover Thomas W. Dixon, Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2020

Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 96 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.

Contents:

• A Town and Rail Yard Called Chevoit, pp. 8–15
• Down the Hill from Chevoit to Cincinnati Jct., pp. 16–29
• A Yard is Opened at Silver Grove, pp. 30–43
• The Chippie - The Little Commuter Train to Stevens, pp. 44–49
• A New Bridge and Grade Separation at Covington, pp. 50–63
• Rebuilding the Approaches at Cincinnati for the New Bridge, pp. 64–79
• Cincinnati Union Terminal is Completed and the Modern Era Begins, pp. 80–96.Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 122 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.

Contents:

• Introduction and Background, pp. 4–10
• The Richmond Viaduct Solution, pp. 11–32
• West of Richmond Viaduct to Bremo, pp. 33–51
• West of Strathmore to East of Lynchburg, pp. 52–64
• Lynchburg and West, pp. 65–89
• Buchanan to Baldwin, pp. 90–103
• Jackson River Bridges at the James River Line Junctions, pp. 104–109
• Appendices, pp. 110–111
• References, pg. 112.Features: New Softcover Al Kresse Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2023

C&O Railway History Series Volume 1.Softcover, 80 pages, 120 illustrations, high-quality, glossy paper.Here is the complete history of the Chesapeake & Ohio's famous K-4 Kanawha locomotives, probably the most versatile of all C&O steam classes. Operated between 1943 and 1956, they handled fast freight, mainline coal trains, branch line coal trains, local freights, and passenger trains on almost every part of the C&O system.This book provides diagrams of all orders encompassing the 90 locomotives, an HO scale mechanical drawing by Bob Hundman, and detailed history of the operations of these engines throughout their lives, illustrated by over 110 photographs.

A map and many tables of specifications are included. This is the complete story.

Features:

• New Softcover Thomas W. Dixon
• Jr. Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 96 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.

Contents:

• River
• Canal and Turnpike, pp. 4–13
• Heyday of Railroads in the Valley of Virginia, pp. 14–33
• Chesapeake & Ohio Railway, pp. 34–77
• Changing Environment, pp. 78–83
• Freshets Finally Win, pp. 84–96. Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 144 pages, B&W photographs, diagrams, maps and illustrations.

Introduction, pp. 4–9,Mainline Local Passenger Trains, pp. 10–29,Introduction to Branchline Locals, pp. 30–33,Local Passenger Trains in Virginia, pp. 34–59,Local Passenger Trains in West Virginia, pp. 60–95,Local Passenger Trains in Kentucky, pp. 96–115,Local Passenger Trains in Indiana, pp. 116–119,Local Passenger Trains in Ohio, pp.

120–127,Decline and Demise, pp. 128–133,Equipment, pp. 134–141,References, pp. 142–143,Afterword, pg. 144.

Features:

• New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 80 pages, B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.

Background, pp. 4–9,Branches, pp. 10–19,History, pp. 20–37,Peach Creek Shops, pp. 38–50,Running No. 1309, pp. 51–57,My Last Steam Trip to Scarlet, WV, pp. 58–61,C&O's Big Switchers (the 0-10-0s), pp. 62–68,Passenger Trains on the Logan Subdivision, pp. 69–77,The Logan Subdivision Railway Post Office Lines, pp.

78–80.

Features:

• New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 96 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.Beginnings: The Route Agents 1839-1882, pp. 6–15,Railway Post Offices, pp. 16–29,The Cars, pp. 30–81,Closed Pouch-Storage Mail and Mail and Express Trains, pp. 82–89,Catching the Mail, pp. 90–93,The Shortest RPO, pp. 94–96.

Features:

• New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Softcover, 80 pages, B&W photographs and illustrations.

Contents:

• Emergence of the Railroad Maintenance-of-Way Industry, pp. 5–14
• Development of Motorized Rail Maintenance Cars, pp. 15–22
• Motor Car Design Evolves, pp. 23–32
• Brief History of Fairmont Railway Motor Cars, pp. 33–44
• C&O Inspection Cars, pp. 45–56
• C&O Section Cars, pp. 57–68
• C&O Gang Cars, pp. 69–80.Features: New Softcover Charles W. Ford Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2015

Softcover, 64 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, maps and illustrations.

Contents:

• The Setting, pp. 4–9
• Paint Creek's First Railway and the Arrival of the C&O, pp. 10–13
• Building Handley Yard, pp. 14–27
• Paint Creek's Narrow Gauge and Establishing Plant, pp. 28–29
• Building the Paint Creek Branch, pp. 30–41
• Company Towns and Passenger Stops on the Paint Creek Branch, pp. 42–57
• Branch Line Passenger Service, pp. 58–61
• Demise of the Branch Line and Handley Yard, pp. 62–64. Features: New Softcover Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society

Chesapeake & Ohio PASSENGER CAR YELLOW 1-oz bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint

Chesapeake & Ohio PASSENGER CAR YELLOW Tru-Color Paint is a solvent-based acrylic solution designed for precision airbrush application. This 1-ounce bottle delivers a paint formula thinned with acetone and other medias, ensuring optimal flow through airbrush equipment for smooth, even coverage.

• Solvent-based acrylic paint with acetone thinning
• 1-ounce bottle size perfect for model detailing
• Airbrush-ready formula, not suitable for brush painting
• Dries to a glossy finish suitable for decal application
• Requires ventilation during use and acetone for cleanup

Compared to industry standard paints, this Tru-Color formulation stands out for its superior airbrush readiness and paint flow, offering modelers a high-quality, professional finish specifically tailored for passenger car yellow tones. This paint adheres well to metal and plastic, especially when used with a primer, and is formulated to maintain pigment integrity over time with options to rejuvenate the paint using Tru-Color’s proprietary Rejuvenator or Thinner.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

The Tru-Color technology allows for smooth, easy spraying with quick drying to a durable glossy finish. Its solvent-based acrylic composition ensures excellent surface bonding and decal compatibility, making it a choice product for scale model enthusiasts seeking color accuracy and lasting performance. The ability to refresh the pigment concentration over time addresses common challenges with soft plastic bottles, maintaining paint usability for extended projects.

Chesapeake & Ohio PASSENGER CAR YELLOW 2-oz Bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint SPECIAL ORDER ONLY

The Chesapeake & Ohio PASSENGER CAR YELLOW 2-oz bottle offers a solvent-based acrylic paint solution, specially formulated for airbrush applications. This Tru-Color paint uses acetone and other media to thin the pigment to an ideal consistency ready for professional airbrushing.

• Solvent-based acrylic formula thinned with acetone and other media
• 2-ounce bottle size, perfect for precision airbrush use
• Dries to a glossy finish suitable for decal application
• Requires ventilation during use and cleanup with acetone
• Special order only, ships within 4-8 days after Monday morning order

Compared to industry standards, this product stands out because it is too thin for brush painting, ensuring optimal performance when used with airbrush techniques. Unlike many standard hobby paints, the glossy finish dries quickly and is ideal for applying decals without further preparation. Primer is recommended for metal surfaces and can also be used on plastics to ensure superior adhesion.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

This Tru-Color paint uses a high-quality acrylic base with a solvent blend that allows smooth and consistent flow through airbrush equipment. The paint’s pigment remains stable over time, even if the thinner evaporates. Users can easily restore it to perfect working condition with Tru-Color’s 'Rejuvenator' or thinner products. Its packaging in soft plastic bottles accommodates easy handling but may require refreshing after storage, making it a reliable option for detailed model painting projects.

Softcover, 112 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., B&W photographs, illustrations and maps.

Contents:

• East to Newport News and Hampton Roads, pp. 5–8
• The Military-Industrial Complex, pp. 9–17
• Newport News to Williamsburg, pp. 18–40
• Virginia's Historic Triangle, pp. 41–62
• Williamsburg to Beulah, pp. 63–84
• Around the Confederate Capital, pp. 85–108
• A Hole in the Sinking Ground, pp. 109–112. Features: New Softcover Kurt Reisweber Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society 2021