AMERICAN FLYER PRE-WAR, O GAUGE 401 ENGINE

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I sometimes think that A.C.Gilbert’s greatest gift tochildren was a #401 engine with a whistle. No other whistle that I know gives that classic Toooot, Tooooot, To, Too, Tooot rhythmic sound. Like a Harley Davidson, its makes a sound that stands all alone on its own merit. This fully restored engine and tender run and toot wonderfully. The whistle on/off lever also works great which at times can be a mind saver. Originally made in the 30’s, this little gem of an engine is ready for another 80 years of trackside fun. The restoral detailing on the engine /tender combination is superb. Welcome to your 2 nd , 3 rd . or 4 th . chldhood. I think I’m on my 4 th . Many Thanks for Looking!NOTE: I have been restoring vintage trains for my own enjoyment for about 25 years. Starting with a toy in poor condition and returning it to its original mechanical and cosmetic glory is kind of like preserving something special that would otherwise surely perish. I do not restore trains that are already in collectible condition as that tends to destroy history rather than preserve it. I have found that the secret to quality restoration is large amounts of time and patience in addition to quality tools and raw materials. I sometimes wish I could find a doctor that would fix me up like I try to do with old trains. As it is now time for me to part with much read more

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