Doe we have any model train experts in AMHD? I have a old 1960 German N Scale set of two trains , three loops and numerous side tracks set in the late 1800's Alpine setting.
The layout is 32X 64 inches and requires two transformers to operate.
Any Idea of how much it's worth? Thanks guys, Tom

If only my dad was still alive, he'd be into this big time.

Sadly he didn't share his knowledge with me. :(

I'll do some research Tom, but I really don't know much about model trains other then the fact that they go "choo choo". ;)

I've not dealt with "n" scale much, but the National model train museum was a client of mine for a couple of years. From what you've said I'd guess $500-$1500 depending on condition.

Here's a couple of contact links (send photos)

National Toy Train Museum - Model Railroad Days (http://www.nttmuseum.org/visitors/modelrrdays.htm)
Smoky Mountain Trains - A Museum Dedicated to the Spirit of Model Railroading (http://www.smokymtntrains.com/)
San Diego Model Railroad Museum Online (http://www.sdmodelrailroadm.com/)

The rolling stock is what's worth the money, track is easy to come by, unless of course it's a boxed set.
Any brand markings or pictures ?

Ben, This isn't simply two trains and some track.
This is a entire late 1880s Alpine layout complete with tunnels, buildings a river , animals tressles, and switch backs. It has two sets of trains from that peoriod. One passenger and the other freighjt. Both trains back in the 1800s.
FIt's a Bachman(CORRECTION) it's a Arnold from Germany. In 1960 I even have the manuals , The main one inn German and the other translating back to English.
It requires a duel transformer to operate it. If you need more information I can dig out the manuals and tell you more.
I want to thank the experts who responded. Thanks guys. Tom

Looks like they are still making or at least selling trains: Bachmann Trains Online - Home (http://www.bachmanntrains.com/home-usa/index.php)

Should this be in "Toys" or "Collectibles?"

Who's the expert in toys or collectors?

Who's the expert in toys or collectors?

I didn't see one last time I looked at the list. Some knowledgeable collectors may not have Expert status, though.

Would you like this moved Tom ?

Sure

CORRECTION,
In just located the manuals for the set.
It's a Arnold Multi Train, N Scale layout produced in 1960,
Regards, Tom

Interesting stuff here: Arnold (models) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_%28models%29)

SpeedBall1- I habve one thing that may help ;; Go to your local
Library.You may have to ask them where the book is at ,but in the section of books on collectables there is booksOf all kinds of collectables.;;I know around heer that I have seen collector books on Trains; T0m -give it a try; hope this helps you to find your answers YOUAL have a great day and GOD BLESS::F.B.E.

Sorry Ben,
I skipped over this thread. Please move the thread. Thanks, Tom