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• Santa Fe YELLOW color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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Santa Fe Railway H&MS, softcover, 160 pages, 11 x 8.5 x.5 in., 150 photographs, 18 in color, maps, timetable reproductions and bibliography.

Santa Fe's Colorado Division Speedway: A History of the Legendary Mainline Between Dodge City, Kansas and La Junta, Colorado. On May 17, 1937, the Santa Fe Railway inaugurated a new high-speed diesel-powered luxury train.

The Super Chief. It was scheduled to cover the 202 miles between Dodge City, Kansas, and La Junta, Colorado, at an average speed of 87.2 miles per hour. On February 20, 1938, the schedules of virtually all of the passenger trains were speeded up on this stretch of track on the northern passenger mainline, which quickly became known as the 'Speedway.' The Speedway was at various times a major part of a division and at times a division in itself.

Author Walz explores the history of how the Santa Fe built through this country, of how it served the towns and industries along its lines and how it operated the railroad from the 1870s through 1996. It includes a town-by-own description of the line with detailed information on terminals like La Junta and Dodge City.

But first and foremost, this is a study of the passenger trains especially in the period from 1938 through 1971'when Santa Fe routinely operated them over the Speedway at some of the highest sustained speeds on the system.

Twenty-five years in the making, the book is richly illustrated with period views, including the work of pioneer action photographer Otto Perry. This, then, is not only a study of the Santa Fe Railway in the high plains of western Kansas and eastern Colorado, but an economic and cultural history of the region as well.

Contents:

• The Formative Years: 1872 to 1907, pp. 5–8
• Arkansas River Division First and Second Districts: 1907-1931, pp. 9–28
• Colorado Division First District: 1931-1938, pp. 29–64
• The Speedway Comes of Age: 1938-1971, pp. 65–94
• The Final Santa Fe Years: 1971-1996, pp. 143–157
• Bibliography, pp. 158–160 Publisher: Santa Fe Railway H&MS

Softcover, 256 pages, 256 photographs B&W and Color, included are maps, charts, tables, appendices, and a bibliography.

This is another well-researched title by Bob Walz. Just like the New Mexico Division title, this one includes tables of data such as what trains operated over periods of time, division maps over time, a schematic of Argentine Yard and others and steam locomotive assignments.

The next volume in Bob Walz's divisional history series, this volume covers the history of Santa Fe's Eastern Division as well as the Kansas City Terminal Division and the Southern Kansas Division from 1869 to 1995.

The Eastern Division, because of its heavy traffic, attracted many well-known photographers such as Otto Perry, Preston George, Bill Gibson, Art Gibson, Ray Hilner, Wes Kranbeck, Lee Berglund, Imre Quastler, Lynn Aldrich and Lance Garrels, all of whom provided photographs for the book. 256 pages., 256 photographs, tables of data and appendices.

Contents:

• New
• Softcover
• Robert D. Walz
• Santa Fe Railway H&M Society

Softcover, 196 pages, 240 photographs with 70 in Color, included are maps, charts, tables, appendices, and a bibliography.

This volume continues the authors histories of the divisions of the Santa Fe Railway. Since this a an historical work, most of the photographs are B&W. Only after World War II will Color photographs appear.

There is much data in this book including layout of the Albuquerque Shops, track diagrams, a synopsis of freight and passenger trains at various times, what local trains and switch engines worked and where.

Timetable reproductions also are included. The branch lines are not left out. Also structures still standing are included.

This is a very good work on this part of the Santa Fe Railway. As is usual, the territory of the New Mexico Division changed over time. This volume covers the history of the territory of the New Mexico Division from 1877 to 1995 as it was constituted in 1942.

At this time, the division had a main line with associated branches that ran from La Junta, Colorado, to El Paso, Texas. The Division was unique in that passenger traffic was five times greater than freight traffic through most of its history.

Almost all of the Santa Fe's famous passenger trains traversed the division at one time or another. Coal and copper, zinc, and iron ore constituted the bulk of online freight traffic throughout the history of the division.

The division was one of the more scenic stretches of railroad on the Santa Fe's system and attracted photographers such as Otto Perry, Richard Kindig, Preston George, Stan Kistler, Steve Patterson and Joe McMillan, all of whom provided photographs for the book.

Contents:

• New
• Softcover
• Robert D. Walz
• Santa Fe Railway H&M Society

Santa Fe Railway H&MS, softcover, 160 pages, 11 x 8.5 x.5 in., 240 black & white and 10 color photographs, 9 timetable reproductions, 21 maps, 17 diagrams, Modeler's Notebook, Bibliography.

More than 25 years have passed since Jared Harper's pioneer work on Raton Pass was first published. This is a second edition of this important work, not only to bring it up to date, and to take advantage of recent trends in photo restoration and printing technology, but to expand on the original with the considerable amount of material that has come to light on the subject in the intervening years, especially on the coal mining industry that surrounded the pass from the beginning through the middle 1950s.

As the highest point on the vast Santa Fe Railway system, and possessing one of the steepest main line grades in the United States, Raton Pass attracted pioneer railroad photographers like Otto C. Perry, Richard Kindig, Jackson Thode, Les Logue, Clayton Tinkham, Joe Schick, and Preston George who documented the parade of trains over Raton Mountain in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s.

Raton was also noted for operating many more passenger trains and streamliners than freight trains, as an easier grade, via Amarillo, Texas, and Belen, New Mexico, was used by the majority of freight trains.

Triple headers of steam engines were not uncommon. Freights usually had three or four engines on each train, a double header on the front end, and one or two pushers at the rear. Today the railroad is owned by the State of New Mexico and faces an uncertain future, but the history an operation of Santa Fe's line over Raton Mountain remains, and is indeed the stuff that legends are made of.

Contents:

• Preface to the Second Edition and Foreword, pp. 5–12
• On the Road to Santa Fe, pp. 13–30
• Steam Era Operations, pp. 31–92
• Raton Terminal, pp. 93–106
• Trinidad Terminal, pp. 107–118
• The Diesel Age, pp. 119–134
• Epilogue, pp. 135–136
• Modeler's Notebook (Structure plans and detail photographs), pp. 137–157
• List of Stations on Raton Pass from 1878 to 1996, p. 158
• Bibliography, pp. 159–160. Publisher: Santa Fe Railway H&MS

The Santa Fe's route to the San Francisco Bay area - the Valley Division - was the furthest extremity of the sprawling system. The 300 miles of main line north of Bakersfield saw GP30s, GP35s as well as the new War Bonnets in the final two decades of the Santa Fe Railway. Morning Sun Books, softcover, 96 pages, 11 x 8.5 x .25 in., all-color photographs.

Golden West Books, hardcover with jacket, 288 pages, 8.5 x 11 x 1.5 in., B&W photographs, 6 pages in color.

The name Santa Fe began with the early history of the Southwest, grew with the flow of commerce that followed the old Santa Fe Trail, and became a popularized term by the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway.

For the past century this name has been associated with a famous fleet of streamlined passenger trains, and today's piggyback and container trains. This is the first of three Volumes featuring the Santa Fe System.

Volume One features the organization of the railroad back in 1866, follows its construction from Topeka to California, from Topeka to Chicago, and operation of the trains. It covers the roads venture into Mexico, development of local lines within California, tells about electrification possibilities, the Santa Fe bus system, Santa Fe's venture into air-rail transportation with participation in Transcontinental Air Transport, Santa Fe Skyways, mergers, and up to the pending merger with Burlington Northern (1995).

This Volume also presents a comprehensive review of the Santa Fe's motive power fleet from the earliest 4-4-0 type locomotives, to the giant 2-10-10-2s. The Santa Fe was an early pioneer of diesel motive power due to the alkali water across the desert lands of the Southwest.

Described are the rail motor cars, the diesel switchers, the General Purpose diesels, the GE U-boats, and the most modern Super Fleet motive power. Included are more than 476 illustrations, 27 color plates, documentary reproductions, maps, appendix, bibliography and index.

Contents:

• Preface, pp. 8–10
• The Santa Fe System 1881-1995, pp. 11–48
• The California Southern, pp. 49–68
• Cajon Pass, pp. 69–128
• San Bernardino, pp. 129–146
• Needles District: Needles to Barstow, pp. 147–184
• Second District: San Bernardino to Los Angeles, pp. 185–210
• Third District: San Bernardino-Fullerton-Los Angeles, pp. 211–238
• The Surf Line: Los Angeles to San Diego, pp. 239–280
• Appendix, p. 281
• Bibliography, pp. 282–284
• Index, pp. 285–288.

This is the second volume, featuring a pictorial history of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway. Now that the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe have merged to form one railroad, there is increased interest in the story of the Santa Fe Railway. This book presents the Santa Fe's system-wide operations of its passenger and freight services.

Also featured is an account of Frederick Henry Harvey's handling of Santa Fe's hotels, eating houses, and dining cars. For over a century the Santa Fe operated many first-class transcontinental passenger trains between Chicago, the Pacific Coast, and Texas cities. The history of each train is told, along with the all-coach streamliner El Capitan, and other trains such as the Scout, El Tovar, and the Grand Canyon Limited.

Freight, the life's blood of the railroad, is brought up to date. Also covered are the signal system, the communication system, and the development of the Santa Fe emblem.

Contents:

• (pages are numbered from Volume 1) Passenger Service, pp. 299–368
• Fred Harvey System: Civilizer of the American Southwest, pp. 369–398
• Freight Service, pp. 399–430
• Steam Locomotives, pp. 431–452
• Diesel Locomotives, pp. 453–492
• Passenger Stations of Los Angeles, pp. 493–508
• Communications, pp. 509–514
• Searching for a Harbor, pp. 515–526
• Emblems and Trademarks, pp. 527–532
• Appendix, pp. 533–534
• Bibliography, pp. 535–537
• Index, pp. 538–540. Golden West Books, hardcover with jacket, 250 pages, 8.5 x 11 x 1.5 in., 476 illustrations, some color pages, maps
• Bibliography and Index

• Satin Finish — clear topcoat from the Tru-Color Paint line
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• Solvent-based acrylic clear coat — seals and protects the finished model
• Apply over color coats and decals to unify sheen and add protection
• Can be thinned further for airbrushing; cleanup with acetone
• If product thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• Satin Finish — clear topcoat from the Tru-Color Paint line
• 16 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic clear coat — seals and protects the finished model
• Apply over color coats and decals to unify sheen and add protection
• Can be thinned further for airbrushing; cleanup with acetone
• If product thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
• Special Order Only

• Satin Finish — clear topcoat from the Tru-Color Paint line
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic clear coat — seals and protects the finished model
• Apply over color coats and decals to unify sheen and add protection
• Can be thinned further for airbrushing; cleanup with acetone
• If product thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

17ml / .57 fl. oz. bottle.Designed to adhere to plastic models that are exposed to aggressive handling.Recommended to prime the surface and apply in multiple layers with an airbrush.Can also be applied with a brush.Non-flammable, does not contain solvents.

History of the Saturn 1B

Before there was the Saturn V, there was the Saturn 1B, the NASA test bed for Apollo flight hardware. The Saturn 1B test flew versions of the Apollo Command and Service Module, and the Lunar Module.

Initially tested as the second stage on the Saturn 1B rocket, the S-IVB upper stage eventually served as the third stage of the Saturn V rocket. The Saturn 1B would eventually see service as the primary launch vehicle for Earth orbit missions in the Apollo spacecraft.

Features of the Rocket

One of the distinctive features of the Saturn 1B is the set of cylindrical tanks that forms the rocket’s first stage. Sometimes people misidentify the tanks as re-purposed Redstone missile stages because they resemble a cluster of smaller rockets.

In fact, these 70-inch diameter tanks were created using the same forms that produced the Redstone rockets. So, while they share a common lineage, they were not surplus rockets themselves. The tanks fueled eight H-1 engines, four of which could gimbal to steer the rocket while under power. Eight low profile fins ringed the base of the rocket for guidance during atmospheric flight.

Saturn 1B Launches

In February of 1966, NASA launched the first Saturn 1B rocket with an early version of the Apollo Command and Service Modules. There was no crew aboard. The subsequent Saturn 1B launch of Apollo 7 on October 11, 1968 certified the Apollo spacecraft for human spaceflight. It would be the last Saturn 1B launch for nearly five years.

After the final Apollo moon landing in 1972, NASA used the last Saturn V to launch the Skylab Orbital Workshop. Three crews would eventually be sent to live and work in the space station. Each crew was launched aboard an Apollo Command Module carried by a Saturn 1B. Each launched aboard an Apollo Command Module carried by a Saturn 1B.

The first of the three Skylab crews lifted-off on Saturn 1B vehicle SA-206 and stayed for 28 days. Their first task in orbit was to repair Skylab after an accident at launch ripped away a solar panel and sun shield. Led by Apollo 12 moon walker Pete Conrad, the crew performed a dangerous EVA and successfully rescued the space station.

The Estes Saturn 1B SA-206

The Estes Saturn 1B SA-206 is a stunning 1:100 scale recreation of the Saturn 1B and Apollo spacecraft stack as it appeared in 1973 for the launch of the first Skylab crew. Every detail is there, from the Launch Escape System atop the Apollo Command and Service Module, to the first-stage H-1 engine nozzles (remove for launch).

Textured body wraps, injection molded components, and other plastic formed parts add a level of realism to this Master-Level kit that every scale modeler will appreciate. Launch your finished model using one of the recommended Estes engines for a spectacular liftoff and dazzling two-piece recovery under dual parachutes. On display or in the air, the Estes Saturn 1B is a marvelous addition to any fleet.

The Estes Saturn V is a Master Level flying model rocket kit, designed to honor the legendary vehicle that carried Apollo 11 astronauts to the Moon. At 1:100 scale and standing 43.25 inches (110 cm) tall, this detailed model replicates the Saturn V with outstanding historical accuracy—right down to the roll patterns, fin details, and mission-specific markings.

A Master-Level Experience for Advanced Builders

This kit is not for beginners. As part of Estes' Master Level series, it’s engineered for experienced hobbyists who enjoy a complex, rewarding build. The Saturn V features injection-molded components, realistic surface detailing, and accurate decals, giving you a highly authentic result worthy of display—and capable of flight.

Multi-Parachute Recovery

The Saturn V isn’t just a static display—it’s built to fly. Powered by an F15-4 engine (sold separately), this rocket can soar up to 350 feet (107 meters). The recovery system includes:

• Two 24-inch nylon parachutes for the main body
• One 18-inch nylon parachute for the forward section/nose cone

This two-part recovery delivers smooth, safe descents while enhancing both realism and reusability.

An Iconic Tribute to Spaceflight

Whether you launch it or showcase it, the Estes Saturn V is a powerful reminder of humanity’s greatest leap. Perfect for seasoned rocketeers, collectors, and anyone inspired by the legacy of Apollo 11, this kit blends aerospace engineering and hands-on creativity in one unforgettable model.

The Estes limited production and commemorative 1:200 scale Apollo II Saturn V model is almost 2 feet tall and comes fully assembled with many scale details and markings carefully reproduced for exceptional realism. This historical model of the Saturn V is suitable for display and celebrates the historic 50th anniversary of landing the first man on the moon!

• Ready to fly rocket is almost 2 feet tall!
• Completely assembled with scale details, painting and markings.
• Includes colorful, pre-assembled 18” parachute for recovery.
• Saturn V display stand included.

A Truly Historic Rocket!

As the tallest, heaviest and most powerful rocket ever produced, the original Saturn V was a 3-stage rocket that stood 363 feet high (110.6m), weighed approximately 6.2 million pounds and generated 7.6 million pounds of thrust at lift off. At just over 36 stories tall, it stood about 60 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty, making it quite an impressive site on the launch pad.

The Saturn V was at the heart of NASA’s Apollo and Skylab programs as it was able to launch a 45-ton payload beyond low earth orbit, which was necessary for sending men to the moon. A total of 13 Saturn V launches took place between 1967 and 1973, delivering 24 astronauts successfully to the moon and back to earth. The first launch of the Saturn V rocket was during the Apollo 4 mission of 1967, and was a crew-less launch meant to test the rocket. The first launch with a crew occurred in December of 1968 during the Apollo 8 mission which sent astronauts in orbit around the moon but did not land. Apollo 9 added another piece to the puzzle as the moon lander was tested by flying in Earth's orbit, and Apollo 10 saw the lander launch to the moon, testing its space flight again without landing. Then came Apollo 11 in 1969, changing the space race forever!

We were finally able to land astronauts on the moon and take that famous first step into the future. Successful missions followed with the Saturn V rocket, landing astronauts on the moon during Apollo 12, 14, 15, 16, and 17. The last launch of this historic rocket came in 1973 when it was used to launch the Skylab space station into Earth orbit.

Need more reason to buy?

Look inside your Saturn V box for a special free poster offer from Estes! We will send you this beautiful Saturn V poster at no cost to you!

Created by Aldo Spadoni, this limited edition, 10" x 30" poster will brighten up any space! Get yours while supplies last!

This scale model rocket looks great as a decorative piece, mounted to the included display stand, and can also be launched! To launch, simply attach the included clear fin unit, and hit the launch pad with a C6-3 engine!

The Saturn V Clear Fin Unit is the essential replacement part designed specifically for the Estes 002160 Saturn V 1:200 scale ready-to-fly rocket. Built with precision and durability in mind, this clear fin unit ensures that your Saturn V launches safely and successfully every time. Without it, your rocket cannot take to the skies.

Whether you’re restoring your Saturn V for display or preparing it for another spectacular launch, this fin unit provides the stability and aerodynamic performance needed for flight. Easy to install and perfectly fitted for the 1:200 scale design, it keeps your rocket secure and ready for launch.

• Designed for Saturn V 002160: Perfect replacement for the Estes 1:200 scale Saturn V ready-to-fly model.
• Essential for Launch: Required component for safe and stable rocket flights.
• Durable Clear Construction: Provides both strength and a seamless appearance.
• Easy Replacement: Simple to install and ready for flight preparation.

Replacement body tube for the 1969 or 2157 Saturn V kits.

Length:  24.715 in.

Inside Diameter: 3.896 in.

Outside Diameter: 3.938 in.

Restore the iconic look of your Saturn V with this replacement Nose Cone Assembly, designed exclusively for the Estes 002160 Saturn V 1:200 scale ready-to-fly rocket. Whether your original nose cone has been lost or damaged, this high-quality replacement ensures your rocket is launch-ready once again.

Crafted for an exact fit, the Saturn V Nose Cone Assembly preserves the authenticity and detail of your rocket, keeping it display-worthy while also fully functional for future launches. Perfect for collectors, hobbyists, and serious rocketeers alike, it’s the essential piece to keep your Saturn V looking and performing its best.

• Perfect Replacement: Designed specifically for the 002160 Saturn V 1:200 scale rocket
• Authentic Detail: Keeps your rocket historically accurate and display-ready
• Launch-Ready: Durable construction makes it suitable for flight
• Easy Fit: Direct replacement ensures simple installation

Ensure safe and spectacular landings for your Saturn V with this complete parachute replacement set! Designed specifically for the 001969 Saturn V Builder Kit, this kit provides everything you need to restore or upgrade your recovery system. With high-quality parachutes and durable accessories, your rocket will return to earth smoothly after every thrilling launch.

The set includes two 24-inch parachutes, one 18-inch parachute, tape discs, shroud lines, shock cords, and more. It even comes with clay for balancing and an E engine hook for reliability. This replacement kit is also compatible with the 002157 Saturn V, making it a versatile option for rocketeers who want dependable recovery gear.

• Complete Set: Includes parachutes, shroud lines, shock cords, clay, and more
• Multiple Sizes: Two 24-inch and one 18-inch parachute for safe descent
• Durable Construction: Made with high-quality materials for consistent performance
• Versatile Compatibility: Fits both the 001969 and 002157 Saturn V models
• Reliable Recovery: Ensures smooth, controlled landings after every launch

Replacement fins for the 1969 or  2157 Saturn V Model Rocket Kit (4 sets)

Scarlet Red is a vivid, bright warm red with strong orange undertones, great for painting fire effects, emergency vehicle markings, bright red uniforms, and bold red accent details on scale models. Part of AK Interactive's 3G Acrylic line — water-based, fast-drying, and easy to thin with water. Comes in a 17ml (.57 oz.) bottle. SKU: AK11087.

Kalmbach Publishing, softcover, 80 pages, 8.25 x 10.75 x.25 in., Color photographs.

This book includes a variety of techniques for constructing many types of scenery that improve the look of a layout. It also features tips for laying track and wiring accessories.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 4–5
• Foam tabletops and track laying, pp. 6–12
• Foam scenery basics, pp. 13–18
• Scenery for vertical surfaces, pp. 19–26
• Sidewalks, houses and hatches, pp. 27–39
• Ponds, water and below-grade scenery, pp. 40–43
• Adding city scenery, pp. 44–60
• Using animation, pp. 61–71
• Creating a layout centerpiece, pp. 72–78
• About the author, p. 79.

Depot Square Publishing, hardcover with dust jacket, 108 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., B&W photographs; maps; index.

Scenes Along the Rails is the anchor title for a series of books planned to pictorially explore the railroads and related industries of Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and New England. The first 25 years of the 20th century-perhaps the busiest time for American railroads-forms the time frame for the series.

Part 1 of Volume 1 centers on Scranton, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area.

Contents:

• Introduction
• Map of the Anthracite Coal Fields
• Guide to Railroad Maps
• New York, Ontario and Western Railway
• Wilkes-Barre and Eastern Railroad
• Delaware Valley Railway
• Delaware and Hudson Company
• Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
• Lackawanna and Wyoming Valley
• Erie Railroad
• Shohola Glen Switchback Railroad
• Epilogue
• Bibliography
• Railroad Index.

Depot Square Publishing, hardcover with dust jacket, 152 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., 193 photographs and 6 maps; index.

Scenes Along the Rails is the anchor title for a series of books planned to pictorially explore the railroads and related industries of Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and New England. The first 25 years of the 20th century-perhaps the busiest time for American railroads-forms the time frame for the series.

Part 2 of Volume 1 centers on the High Plateau and Endless Mountains area between Wilkes-Barre and Sayre, Pennsylvania. The Lehigh Valley Railroad's Pennsylvania Division and its Bowman Creek and State Line and Sullivan branches comprise a significant portion of this book.

Mining operations in sections of the Northern and Bernice coal fields are depicted along with scenes of the major lumber company towns of Laquin, Masten, Lopez and Ricketts.

Contents:

• Introduction
• Map: The Coal Fields of Pennsylvania
• Guide to Railroad Maps
• Lehigh Valley Railroad
• Pittsburgh, Binghamton and Eastern Railroad
• Susquehanna and New York Railroad
• Susquehanna and Eagles Mere Railroad
• Williamsport and North Branch Railroad
• Eagles Mere Railroad
• Bloomsburg and Sullivan Railroad
• Susquehanna, Bloomsburg
• and Berwick Railroad
• Bibliography
• Index.

Depot Square Publishing, hardcover with dust jacket, 160 pages, 11 x 8.5 x.5 in., 236 illustrations; maps; bibliography; index.

n 1869, the Lackawanna Railroad leased and then gained control of two predecessor roads that it would ultimately work to unite as its Syracuse Division. These railways had been the first to link the growing inland cities of Syracuse, Cortland, and Binghamton with the Lake Ontario port of Oswego.

In addition to providing an outlet for the regions bounty, the acquisitions were groomed to haul Lackawanna Scranton Coal to the shore of the Great Lakes. Through their presentation of 239 photographs and vintage ephemera, period maps, and an insightful account of local history, the authors take the reader beyond the depot and onto the main streets and side streets to revisit life and travel as they were in the early Twentieth Century America.

This book covers the era between 1875 and 1925.

Contents:

• The Syracuse Division: A Regional History, pp. 1–5
• Binghamton & Oswego Line, pp. 6–90
• Cincinnatus Branch, pp. 91–122
• Postscript, pp. 123–134
• Bibliography, pp. 135–136
• Index, pp. 137–142
• Down The Tracks.., pp. 143–144.

The Rutland & Burlington Railroad completed its mainline from Burlington to Rutland and Bellows Falls, Vermont in December 1849, connecting Boston with the Connecticut River and Lake Champlain thereby opening the Great Lakes and the burgeoning western markets to New England commerce. Thus began the fabled and much-loved Rutland Railroad.

This 128-page hardcover with dust jacket takes the reader back to the pre-1925 era when steam was king. Local mills produced typical Vermont goods: woolens, textiles, limestone, talc, soapstone, marble, milk, lumber, wood products, leather goods, and paper. Small towns like East Wallingford, Ludlow, Proctorsville, Cavendish and Chester depended on the Rutland for their very existence.

Experience a point-to-point journey over the Green Mountains from Rutland to Bellows Falls through more than 200 vintage illustrations, maps, ephemera, and Victorian advertising featuring stations, industries, hotels, and small town 'main streets' in the Golden Age of Steam. Information is included on connecting lines such as the Cheshire, Sullivan, Vermont Valley and other regional railroads.

This title is printed at 200 line screen on 80# gloss enamel paper in a landscape format. Depot Square Publishing, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 215 illustrations, maps, Bibliography, Index.

Softcover, 188 pages, Color illustrations.

This is the first title in White River Production's Master Craftsman Series of how-to books. Scenic & Weathering Techniques is your guide to creating realistic effects for your model railroads and dioramas.

Compiled by Scott Thornton, more than a dozen authors contribute all-new articles to teach you expert techniques that will bring you to the next level!

Contents:

• Modeling the Extreme (very weathered snowplow),
• Battle with the Bulge (freight car panel bulges),
• That's Flat-Out Real (creating ghosted graphics),
• Scenes in Between (making the most of layout transitions),
• Fade Away (fading cars),
• Simple Techniques, Great Results (bringing life to an SW1 and track weathering),
• Colorful New England,
• O-Scale Mastery,
• The Burl Swamp (swamp scene and trees),
• Fantastic Fall,
• Pitted, Rusted and Streaked, Oh My! (heavily weathered covered hopper),
• Take Me to the River (bridge and water scene),
• Rusty and Dusty (more freight car weathering),
• Using a Simple Color Palette,
• New
• Softcover
• White River Productions
• 2023

Bring your custom rocket builds to life with the Sci-Fi Nose Cone Assortment. This five-pack includes some of our most popular futuristic nose cone designs, perfect for creating unique models or replacing worn parts. With shapes inspired by science-fiction style, these nose cones instantly give your rockets an eye-catching look on the pad and in the air.

Each cone is engineered for BT-50 and BT-55 body tubes, ensuring reliable compatibility and snug, secure fits. Made from durable molded plastic, they withstand repeated launches while maintaining their sleek, high-tech profiles. A great choice for designers, hobbyists, or anyone who wants their fleet to stand out.

• Pack size: Includes 5 sci-fi inspired nose cones
• Compatible Body Tubes: BT-50 and BT-55
• Material: Durable molded plastic for repeated flights
• Design variety: Features some of our most popular futuristic shapes
• Great for custom builds: Ideal for scratch designs or replacements
• Aerodynamic styling: Streamlined for stable, efficient flights

Excel Blades tools are engineered for reliability and precision, and this scribe bundle provides a convenient way to add a high-quality marking tool to your workspace. Whether you're preparing materials for cutting or adding decorative engraved details, a precision scribe ensures accuracy and professional results.

This bundle is ideal for model builders, makers, engineers, hobbyists, and craftspeople who rely on precise markings to guide their work.

Common uses include:

-Scale model panel line detailing

-Marking cut lines on plastic or metal

-Layout work for woodworking and DIY projects

-Engraving and surface scoring

-Craft and maker projects

If you need a dependable precision scribing tool for marking and detailing, the Excel Blades scribe bundle delivers the accuracy and durability trusted by professionals and hobbyists alike.

The Excel Blades Scribe Bundle is designed for creators and professionals who need a reliable tool for engraving, marking, and precision surface detailing. This bundle provides a durable scribing tool that allows users to create fine lines, mark cutting guides, and add intricate details to a variety of materials.

Scribing tools are commonly used when working with materials that require precise markings before cutting or shaping. Instead of drawing guidelines with a pencil or marker that may fade or smear, a scribe tool creates a permanent scored line that improves accuracy and visibility during the cutting process.

The Excel Blades scribe is widely used in model building, industrial design, metalworking, woodworking, and craft projects. Its sharp, durable point can mark surfaces such as plastic, metal, wood, and acrylic, making it a versatile tool for workshops, studios, and hobby benches.

In model making, scribes are frequently used to add realistic panel lines and fine surface details to scale models. In industrial and DIY settings, they help create accurate layout lines for cutting, drilling, or engraving. The precision tip allows users to make consistent marks even on small components and detailed surfaces.

Morning Sun Books, hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11 x.5 in., all Color photographs with captions.

The railroad that ran 'Through the Heart of the South' was known as an innovator and effective competitor against its two larger neighbors. The attractive equipment of the Seaboard was no small part in this battle.

Enjoy this varied roster in the more than 300 Color photographs of this railroad which disappeared in 1967.

Contents:

• Office Cars, p. 6
• Head End Passenger, pp. 7–14
• Combines, pp. 15–16
• Coaches, pp. 17–24
• Diners, pp. 25–29
• Observation Cars, pp. 30–31
• Sleepers, pp. 32–36
• Boxcars, pp. 37–64
• Refrigerator Cars, Stock Cars, p. 65
• Ventilator Cars, p. 66
• Covered Hoppers, pp. 67–76
• Open Hoppers, pp. 77–83
• Gondolas, pp. 84–90
• Flat Cars, pp. 91–95
• Pulpwood Cars, pp. 96–99
• Autorack Cars, Tank Cars, p. 100
• Piggyback Trailers, p. 101
• Cabooses, pp. 102–112
• Derricks, p. 113
• Equipment Cars, pp. 114–116
• Camp Cars, pp. 117–125
• Company Service Cars, p. 126
• Miscellaneous, pp. 127–128.

• Seaboard Air Line DARK GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• Seaboard Air Line DARK GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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• Seaboard Air Line FREIGHT CAR RED 1930-1950s color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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• Seaboard Air Line FREIGHT CAR RED 1930-1950s color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
• Special Order Only

• Seaboard Air Line JOLLY GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• Seaboard Air Line JOLLY GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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• Seaboard Air Line MINT GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• Seaboard Air Line MINT GREEN color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
• Special Order Only

• Seaboard Air Line RED color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• Seaboard Air Line RED color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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An in-depth dive into the great trains of the Atlantic Coast Line, Seaboard Air Line, and merged Seaboard Coast Line, which moved passengers between Chicago, the Northeast, and sunny Florida! Hardcover with dust jacket, 128 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., Color photographs with captions.

Features:

• New Hardcover Greg Stout Morning Sun Books

• Seaboard Coast Line YELLOW color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
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• Seaboard Coast Line YELLOW color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
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• SEASONED BROWN WOOD color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 1 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner

• SEASONED BROWN WOOD color — part of the Tru-Color Paint line for general hobby use
• 2 oz bottle, pre-thinned and airbrush-ready right out of the bottle
• Solvent-based acrylic (pigment thinned in acetone) — strong adhesion to metal, plastic, and primed surfaces
• Dries to a smooth, durable finish ideal for decal application
• If paint thickens over time, restore with Tru-Color Rejuvenator or Thinner
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For six decades the Second Avenue Elevated line served communities on the east side of Manhattan, but it never received the attention that was accorded the other lines. It received greater notice in various trade and engineering journals for it was the line where new technologies were tested. NJ International, softcover, 60 pages, 11 x 8.5 x .25 in., B&W photographs and illustrations.

Excel Blades Self Closing Tweezers
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• Pointed self-closing tip, serves as helping hand
• 4.5" inches long
• Self closing tips provide the right amount of tension to hold and inspect small objects from desired view and tension.
• These reverse closing tweezers for holding together glued pieces of paper
• The tweezer tip is refined and pointed for all purposes. Such as, easy pick up of electronic parts, jewelry, micro electronics, model trains, rhinestone work, nail art and more.
• Includes one (1) 4.5-11.4cm. Pointed Self Closing Tweezer
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