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1	Hand Bookbinding: A Manual of Instruction more books like this by Aldren A. Watson add to wishlist Expert, illustrated guide to creating fine books by hand. Materials and equipment, basic procedures, rebinding an old book, more, plus 8 projects: dust jacket, folio, music binding, manuscript binding, 4 others. see all copies from $7.02! new only from $7.02! \| first editions \| SVS
2	How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery more books like this by Dave Frary add to wishlist A cookbook approach to creating scenery like an expert that delivers predictable results every time. Teaches how to design, build, model, and finish backgrounds, mountains, hills, trees, bushes, water, dirt, and much more. Features detailed photographs, techniques, and product information. By Dave Frary. 8 1/4 x 11 1/4; 132 pgs.; 272 color photos; ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.06! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Standard Catalog of Lionel Trains 1945-1969 more books like this by David Doyle add to wishlist Short of including toy train smoke and the sound of wheels clicking along the rails, this new edition delivers all the details Lionel Train collectors need to enjoy their hobby to the fullest. "Standard Catelog of Lionel Trains" 1945-1969 features: more than 1,100 vibrant color photos, detailing the unique features of steam and diesel locomotives, ... see all copies from $2.91! new only from $4.00!
4	101 Track Plans for Model Railroaders more books like this by Linn H Westcott add to wishlist Due to popular demand, this exciting book is back in print! Includes over 101 unique, traditional-style track plans that apply to nearly every scale. Includes data and instruction for converting plans to different scales, tips on how to build a layout from plan, and how to choose the plan best suited to a particular space. see all copies from $8.95! new only from $9.10! \| SVS
5	The Big Book of Lionel: The Complete Guide to Owning and Running America's Favorite Toy Trains more books like this by Robert H Schleicher add to wishlist After more than a century of producing fun and innovative toy trains, Lionel products are today more technologically advanced than ever, helping Lionel maintain its status as an icon in both the toy and hobby industries. Every aspect you can think, from track plans to restoration is covered in this handy volume. see all copies from $9.99! new only from $34.99! \| first editions
6	Steam Locomotives more books like this by Linn H Westcott (Editor) add to wishlist Presents details and measurements of steam locomotives from their first appearance to their final days. Includes nearly 1,000 rare photographs and over 127 HO scale plans, notes, and specifications for almost all steam locomotives in North America. By Linn H. Westcott. 14 x 11; 272 pgs.; 942 b&w photos: softcover. see all copies from $25.00! new only from $34.43! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Shelf Layouts for Model Railroads more books like this by Iain Rice add to wishlist see all copies from $12.40! new only from $12.40! \| SVS
8	Ho Scale Model Railroading: Getting Started in the Hobby more books like this by Jeff Wilson add to wishlist Starting with benchwork and ending with realistic scenery, this practical, no-nonsense guide provides insight into the fundamentals of model railroading in the hobby's most popular scale. Features up-to-date techniques and references many significant new products. see all copies from $12.43! new only from $14.67! \| SVS
9	How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork more books like this by Linn H Westcott add to wishlist Demonstrates how to plan and build the basic framework to support layouts of any size, shape, or gauge. see all copies from $3.83! new only from $12.68! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Ho Model Railroading Handbook more books like this by Robert Schleicher add to wishlist The "3rd Edition of the HO Model Railroading Handbook" includes step-by-step instructions for building your choice of two tabletop model railroads empires. Or, learn how to enjoy those trains by simply setting them up on the floor with movable scenery and buildings. Model railroading is easier than ever, thanks to a host of new techniques, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $77.05! \| signed copies \| first editions
11 view cover	DCC Made Easy: Digital Command Control for Your Model Railroad more books like this by Lionel Strang add to wishlist Explains digital command control in a concise and straightforward way. Covers the history of command control, dissects the components of a DCC system, addresses the full range of commercially-available systems, and presents step-by-step projects. Ideal for all hobbyists with an interest in DCC. see all copies from $8.99! new only from $11.30! \| SVS
12 view cover	Model Railroading with John Allen more books like this by Linn H Wescott, Linn Hanson Westcott add to wishlist Tells the story of one of the world's best known HO railroads -- John Allen's spectacular Gorre & Daphetid Railroad, a line so wonderfully detailed that it took decades to build. Hundreds of photos and construction details explain the life and death of this magnificent layout. see all copies from $100.00! first editions
13 view cover	Large-Scale Model Railroading Handbook more books like this by Robert Schleicher add to wishlist This revised edition of "The Large Scale Model Railroading Handbook" is loaded with tips to help train hobbyists make their G-scale railroading layouts a reality. New to this edition is information on wiring systems for two or more trains, using DCC, new locomotives, cars, and power supplies. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $23.95! \| first editions
14 view cover	Model Railway Design Manual more books like this by Cyril J Freezer add to wishlist A guide to planning and building the perfect model railway. Various aspects are taken into account including the space, time, budget and personal skills available, as well as the type of railway to be modelled. These include country branch lines, city stations, and loco depots among others. see all copies from $12.57! new only from $20.28! \| first editions
15	Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969 more books like this by Bruce C Greenberg add to wishlist see all copies from $9.00! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
16 view cover	Track Planning for Realistic Operation: Prototype Railroad Concepts for Your Model Railroad more books like this by John Armstrong add to wishlist Provides step-by-step design techniques and track planning tips that save you time, money, and headaches. This must-have book also covers aspects of prototype freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading. see all copies from $9.50! new only from $16.26!
17 view cover	The Model Railroader's Guide to Freight Yards more books like this by Andy Sperandeo add to wishlist - For intermediate and skilled beginners - Written by Andy Sperandeo, executive editor of Model Railroader Magazine see all copies from $10.00! new only from $10.00! \| SVS
18 view cover	Complete Book of Model Railway Electronics more books like this by Roger Amos add to wishlist This reference work on model railway electronics introduces the novice to the subject through simple projects before going on to more advanced applications. The projects cover everything from basic train control and detection of trains by means of signalling systems, through to the automatic operation of the layout. The book includes information ... see all copies from $14.95! new only from $27.87! \| SVS
19	60 plans for small railways more books like this by C. J. Freezer add to wishlist see all copies from $10.00!
20 view cover	The Brown Book of Brass Locomotives more books like this by John Glaab add to wishlist This index and price guide to brass model locomotives should provide collectors with up-to-date information on HO scale locomotives. It contains many detailed photographs, charts and information on class and type, builder and importer, as well as providing current resale prices for thousands of brass locomotives. Information on maintenance, ... see all copies from $59.00! new only from $160.27!
21 view cover	222 Tips for Building Model Railroad Structures more books like this by Dave Frary, Michael Emmerich (Editor) add to wishlist Expert tips and techniques for building plastic, wood, plaster, paper, and metal structures. Includes roofing, painting, weathering, and detailing information. 8 1/2 x 11; 64 pgs.; 125 b&w photos: softcover. see all copies from $25.21!
22 view cover	O'Brien's Collecting Toy Trains: Identification and Value Guide more books like this by Elizabeth A Stephan (Editor) add to wishlist Expanded and updated, this text offers insights into the world of train collecting. It features more than 2200 photographs, 6000 items, 18,000 prices, and a new alphabetical format. Lionel trains have always been widely covered in these guides, but in this edition it also covers post-1970 Lionel trains as well as many other manufacturers. Readers ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $21.20!
23	Track Planning for Realistic Operation more books like this by John Armstrong add to wishlist see all copies from $3.25! new only from $73.97! \| first editions
24	How to Wire Your Model Railroad more books like this by Linn H. Westcott add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $185.67! \| first editions
25 view cover	First Steps in Railway Modelling more books like this by Cyril J Freezer add to wishlist Cyril Freezer, a respected writer on train m odelling, takes the beginner through the various steps which have to be followed to transform a train set into a model r ailway. ' see all copies from $13.45! new only from $13.45! \| SVS

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