I recently sold off much of my odds and ends and I have decided to consolidate to a Postwar Celebration Series Set. I’ve narrowed it down to the following which one would you pick?
#2519W Virginian TrainMaster Set
#2219W Rio Grande F3 set
#2269W B&O F3 set
Hello FEC! The B&O Set looks like a good pick to me. Colorful Train & it has more detail on the F-3 than the original version.Plus, it costs only a fraction of what a original would sell for in similar condition. Just my [2c]. Take Care.
I’m curious what differences Lionel’s PWC have with the actual PW originals. Do the new ones have the same sound and soul? Or are they modernized with traction tires and quiter motors?
Virginian - Like everything about it. The Trainmaster loco, poultry car, Evans car loader.
That set says postwar to me.
I have to vote the same way because it speaks to my train side the most for the reasons Paul stated. I’m a sucker for Evans Car Loaders. My all time favorite car.
I have an interest in fine watches as well and this same type of question comes up in the various brand forums, should I buy this Rolex, that Omega or whatever brand, and among the other WIS’s (watch idiot savant’s) the answer is always the same "I like this one… but you should buy the watch that speaks the loudest to your soul.
Just my[2c] – Steve
I would go for the Virginian, the fact that I love TrainMasters may be the reason but that’s they way I would go.
They are all nice. After the votes are in, go with the one that you like the best.
I agree with John - Trainmaster Set!
#2519W Virginian TrainMaster Set would be my choice.
I also say the Trainmaster set. It’s a classic,
My vote goes to the Virginian set too. Why not the 773 Hudson set?
The B&O has the best looking locomotive, but the Virginian has the best cars.
Jim
Trainmaster
My choice:-
First the B&O because I like the color and the engine
Second the Virginian for the same reason
I’d have to go with the Trainmaster because there are already too many F-3 sets and not enough of every thing else
Trainmaster - it screams postwar Lionel. Great mix of cars
B&O B&O B&O B&O!!! two oprating cars the genrator car COME ON!!!
The Virginian for sure. Long consist and big 6-axle look great![wow][:D]
Trainmaster - it screams postwar Lionel
I’d probably go with the Virginian but I must disagree with all the ravings about Postwar. These are modern trains not Postwar. It’s not that I think Postwar is better or worse than modern stuff I just can’t get with calling something what it isn’t.
Go with the Virginian, I have one one and really like it. You can’t beat the rolling stock that goes with the classy trainmaster.
Virginain for sure. I have it and it is a beautiful set.