From what I have read, Delton was one of the early makers in the G-scale hobby. As a collector I have become interested in this company, and would like to know more. I have seen a book, but I currently do not have the funds to buy it, and I figured I could get the basics on what they produced and maybe some pictures here.
I do, however, know they first produced the C-16 that Aristo-Craft is currently making (I am saving for a pre-1900 D&RG version), and a 2-6-6T Mason Bogie, which I would like to know more about (The mason bogie, not the C-16).
If anyone can post pictures of Locomotives by the company, and give some info about them that would be great.
That’s true. Aristo Craft did purchase Delton. All I know about Delton is I have an original Delton built Delton Doozie in NOS condition. Does that count?
then you missing the one and only history of Delton on the internet…and probably the single most complete and detailed history of Delton in existance…internet or otherwise…
Oh, I read the article. It was good. I just meant I won’t be cruisin that forum, that’s all. Nice info on Delton, though. I didn’t know Hartland was involved. Makes me like Hartland all the more.
That article was most helpful and just what I was looking for. While its bound to be expensive, I would like to eventually add one of the 2-6-6-T Mason Bogies to my collection if I can find one.
Its a shame no one has made a more affordable plastic or diecast Mason Bogie (1:20.3 scale of course). Lets hope the good Mr.Polk or the fellows over at Bachmann are listening. lol. Also, a proper 1:20.3 scale plastic or diecast C-16 would be nice, and surely cheaper than the Accucraft models. But I’m getting off topic.