Thanks. While my Dad made sure we had Lionel trains (3 rail or not, he thought they were the best), we had Erector sets from the Gilbert Hall of Science for the construction part. I just recently purchased a partial Lionel Construction set. I think it interesting that in those days (40's and 50's) there was a real effort to teach kids how things worked and were built. Education would be better if we returned to those days!
Yeah, the erector sets were still the standard for sure. The Lionel system was novel with the realistic "Steel" girders for construction use, but they were hard to manipulate and once bent, unusable. B
Yeah, this is one of the most interesting of collectables related to Lionel trains. The were very limited in production, but add so much to their history. Love sharing with everyone! Thanks. Brian
Thanks for sharing another look into Lionel's display catalog. Really interesting to see what they offered to dealers. Would be great if we could buy things at those prices again!
Yes, I totally sent in my order, but have yet to receive my packages/crate!! Such cool stuff! Thanks. Picked up a few other fantastic Dealer display catalogs at York, so more on the way over the next year. Brian
Does any of those train displays exist today? That 12' long sign with the turning pylons is really cool. I can't imagine what that would go for on eBay if one existed. The color of the front cover is coming over as orange on my monitor. You said red. Is it orange or red? I thought the Lionel colors were orange and blue.
Great Questions. First, I have some feelers out for the 12 foot three phase display. If it's out there I will do everything I can to film it and share it with everyone!! Secondly, yes for some reason my camera does tend to autocorrect some colors when I film paperwork. The cover is RED as shown on the UA-cam tile, It does look a little orange. If the display is out there, I want to find it!! B
I was really hoping this catalog would solve the mystery of the display layout that’s been in my family since I was a little kid. It appears to be a variation of the No 10. But the layout is slightly smaller (no switches) and has only 3 shelves instead of 4. I have never seen another like it ever. Was hoping maybe that variation was mentioned in the catalog. The mystery continues. Loved the video.
Sounds intriguing , There are a number of mysteries abound Lionel trains and it may be one of those that needs solving. Would love to see what you got. Brianstrainroom@gmail.com if you got photos. Thanks. Brian
Thanks. While my Dad made sure we had Lionel trains (3 rail or not, he thought they were the best), we had Erector sets from the Gilbert Hall of Science for the construction part. I just recently purchased a partial Lionel Construction set. I think it interesting that in those days (40's and 50's) there was a real effort to teach kids how things worked and were built. Education would be better if we returned to those days!
Yeah, the erector sets were still the standard for sure. The Lionel system was novel with the realistic "Steel" girders for construction use, but they were hard to manipulate and once bent, unusable. B
I like seeing all these historical items regarding the selling process of Lionel.
Yeah, this is one of the most interesting of collectables related to Lionel trains. The were very limited in production, but add so much to their history. Love sharing with everyone! Thanks. Brian
They really offered the dealers some cool stuff back then. Great stuff!
No Doubt, they knew how to draw attention to their trains for sure!!! B
Incredible piece.
yeah, this one has such cool displays and tons of information for collectors, Love sharing this tough to find paper! Brian
@@BriansTrainRoom really appreciate your channel. Learning so much more about our hobby
You come up with some pretty cool stuff, thanks for sharing
Working on it, having a ton of fun filming and sharing this stuff with everyone. Learning so much as well. Glad you like it! Brian
Thanks for sharing another look into Lionel's display catalog. Really interesting to see what they offered to dealers. Would be great if we could buy things at those prices again!
Yes, I totally sent in my order, but have yet to receive my packages/crate!! Such cool stuff! Thanks. Picked up a few other fantastic Dealer display catalogs at York, so more on the way over the next year. Brian
Seeing such things makes me want to order now! Lol!
Totally agree, I sent in my order and awaiting shipment. Good price too!! Hope I don't have to wait long! B
Does any of those train displays exist today? That 12' long sign with the turning pylons is really cool. I can't imagine what that would go for on eBay if one existed. The color of the front cover is coming over as orange on my monitor. You said red. Is it orange or red? I thought the Lionel colors were orange and blue.
Great Questions. First, I have some feelers out for the 12 foot three phase display. If it's out there I will do everything I can to film it and share it with everyone!! Secondly, yes for some reason my camera does tend to autocorrect some colors when I film paperwork. The cover is RED as shown on the UA-cam tile, It does look a little orange. If the display is out there, I want to find it!! B
@@BriansTrainRoom Be looking forward to that!
Did any of those rotating displays survive?
The search is on already. If there is one out there, I will find it and share it with everyone ! Thanks. Brian
I was really hoping this catalog would solve the mystery of the display layout that’s been in my family since I was a little kid. It appears to be a variation of the No 10. But the layout is slightly smaller (no switches) and has only 3 shelves instead of 4. I have never seen another like it ever. Was hoping maybe that variation was mentioned in the catalog. The mystery continues. Loved the video.
Sounds intriguing , There are a number of mysteries abound Lionel trains and it may be one of those that needs solving. Would love to see what you got. Brianstrainroom@gmail.com if you got photos. Thanks. Brian