Wednesday, December 02, 2009

Last Newsletter of 2009

As I write this newsletter it is hard to believe that in under a month 2009 will be another year gone by.  Time has really flown by this year, and it is hard to believe that 2010 is just around the corner.

I would like to take this time to wish everyone the very best of the holiday season with your family and friends.

Happy Holidays and all the best for the upcoming 2010.

Carol

Hours Reminder

As the ice cream came to a close, we returned back to our winter hours of operation.  If needing to contact us by phone during the week it is best to call my cell at 519-807-2345.  The store number (519) 364-1390 is still the best way to contact us during the weekend store hours. 

Our winter hours are as follows:

Saturday:  9:00am - 6:00pm (December 5th only we will be closing at 4:00pm)

Sunday:  10:00am - 5:00pm

As a reminder, email can be sent at any time and is usually checked daily.  So if you wish something special ordered and do not want to wait until the weekend to submit it, don’t--send it in an email and it will speed up the process.  Our email address is carol@countylinecaboose.ca

We also continue to do mail order so if you are a distance from the store you can still shop with us.  Orders are shipped with Canada Post to keep costs low, and can make it to most destinations in good time.

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader December 2009 
  • Trains December 2009 
  • Branchline December 2009
  • Garden Railways December 2009
  • Osborn HO Wrapped Lumber (RRA-1015)
  • Osborn HO Barn (RRA-1029)
  • Osborn HO Water Tower 8” Tall (RRA-1066)
  • HO Roundhouse RTR CN 34’ OT Overton Coach (140-84291)
  • HO Roundhouse RTR CN 34’ Overton 4 Pk (140-84311)
  • HO Roundhouse RTR Libby’s #1 40’ Wood Reefer (140-85419)
  • HO Roundhouse RTR Libby’s #2 40’ Wood Reefer (140-85420)
  • HO Atlas Container Jindo 53’ 110” IH Stax (3) (150-200000191)
  • HO Atlas Container Jindo 53’ 110” IH Pacer (3) (150-20000189)
  • HO Atlas Container Jindo 53’ 110” IH HUB Group (150-20000187)
  • HO Atlas ACF 50’6” Box Rail Box #33660 (150-20000392)
  • HO Atlas ACF 50’6” Box Rail Box (small loco) #30279 (150-20000393)
  • HO Atlas ACF 50’6” Box Canadian National #419309 (150-20000397)
  • Book - Morning Sun – Canadian National Facilities In Color Volume 2 (MS-1364)
  • HO 2005 Crown Vic Fire Chief Vehicle
  • HO 1970 Plymouth Hemi Barracuda (490-19452)
  • HO 1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II Coup (490-19480 Black/White, 490-19482 Blue)
  • HO 1968 Chevrolet El Camino (490-19492 Blue, 490-19491 Red, 490-19493 Yellow)
  • HO 1955 Chevy Bel Air (490-19239 Black/White)
  • Various new Accurail kits HO
  • HO Bachmann Thunder Bolt Train Set (160-612)
  • Selection of Bachmann HO Grain Hopper Cars

Have you checked the consignment area recently?

Over the last couple of months many interesting items have come and gone through the consignment area.  Have you been looking for a special something that is hard to find?  If so you should be checking the listing we have on-line.  Last week the on-line listing was updated to reflect all that is currently out on our shelves.  For anyone looking for CN items you may want to take a look as there are some CN passenger cars and locomotives that have been received which are new and reasonably priced.

If you have items that you no longer wish and would like to have them added to our consignment area send us a quick email.

The Holidays are coming

Hard to believe that the holidays are coming and time is running by quickly.  We will be welcoming in 2010 before we know it.  With the holidays comes gift giving and here are some things that you may wish to add to your list:

County Line Caboose Gift Cards, available in any amount

Stocking stuffers for the train lover starting at under $5.00

Tail End Accessory Kits custom built to add realism to your current layout or layout in progress

Books or DVD’s-check out our listing on line for available titles or email us your wish list

Woodland Scenics Learning Kits covering 6 different scenery topics

New Items Coming

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

  • Rapido
    • Ho Scale Macdonald-Cartier “Rusty” Magnetic Metal Couplers-ETA winter 2009 available in the following:
      • Short Shank RAP-102024 $6.95 MSRP (4 Pair)
      • Medium Shank RAP-102025 $6.95 MSRP (4 Pair)
      • Long Shank RAP-102026 $6.95 MSRP (4 Pair)
    • Ho Scale BX Express Trucks RAP-102030 - $9.95 MSRP – ETA Winter 2009
      • Fully Assembled and RTR
      • Detailed on all four sides with separately applied parts per truck
      • Insulated metal RP-25 wheel sets
  • Steam Memories of Lindsay by Ian Wilson
    • ETA March 2010
  • Canadian Rails Vintage Scrapbook DVD
  • Model Railroad Planning 2010
  • Rapido Transcona Yard Caboose (TH&B and CP Rail)
  • Royalty Rides the Rails-A railroad perspective of the 1939 Canadian/USA Royal Tour by Larry Shaak

12th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale Date Set

Planning and preparation is currently underway for the 12th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale.  The date of the 2010 event is Saturday, May 15.  So mark the date on the calendar early to avoid disappointment.  More details will follow as event plans are brought together.  If you know already that you wish be a vendor, please drop us a quick email so your space can be reserved.  We are also looking for volunteers for the day to help the event run smoothly.  If you think you can assist us please let us know.

Athearn Discontinues the Beloved Blue Box Line

Athearn recently announced that they are ceasing the production of their Blue Box line immediately.  They have decided to focus more on the Ready To Run line in the future.  While we still have some stock, once these kits are gone we will not be able to order any more.  For a complete listing of the ones that we still have in stock please check out the on-line catalogue. 

So what does that mean for the modeller that likes to build the kits over having the ready-to-run product?  Well to fill the gap left by Athearn we will be stocking more Accurail car kits starting immediately. 

We are also ordering in more of the Branchline Yard Master series kits for those that have been asking about us expanding that line.

While these are some of the items we are bringing in as standard stock to fill the gap left by the Blue Box line there are many other kits out there made by others that may have a high level of difficulty and are ordered in as well.  Some of these are the George Taylor kits, Sylvan and Branchline Blueprint Trains. 

Grey Central Railway Club Christmas Open House

It is this time of year that people think more of trains than any other time-the train running under the Christmas Tree, or the train display in the front window of one of the stores you may pass.  Trains are a magical thing at this time of year, and seeing them run brings joy to many.

The Grey Central Railway Club is opening up their layout to the public on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from Noon to 5:00pm.  Come see their layout in action, and talk to members of the group while you are there as they share their hobby with you.  Admission is by donation and all are welcome.  For the little train lovers Thomas The Tank Engine will be making a visit on the layout as well.  This is a great holiday afternoon activity that can be shared by the whole family.  Come experience the magic of the holidays through a train ride on the Grey Central.

The Grey Central Railway Club is located at the Participation Lodge Facility in Holland Centre.  For more information call Al at (519) 794-3692.

Check Out the New Layout!

A big thank you to the Saugeen Modellers who have donated their demonstration layout to be used in the store and to show off their love of the hobby.  If you have not been in for while this is something you are going to have to stop in to see.  Our current layout that was here for some time continues to be a work in progress, so it is nice to have a finished one to show off. 

The Saugeen Modellers meet once a month and are always looking for new members to share the hobby with.  If you are new to the hobby and would like to take in a meeting, please drop us a quick email and we will pass along their contact information.  If you are new to the hobby, or are an experienced modeler this group may be just the right fit for you to share your knowledge with others or gain some along the way.

The Saugeen Modellers are located in Hanover and surrounding area.

December Special

December is structure month.  Purchase any Pikestuff, Rix, or Smalltown USA structures and receive 10% off the regular price when you mention this special.

Upcoming Train Shows

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • January 3, 2010  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

Paris Junction 2010 Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • January 17, 2010 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Paris Fair Grounds
    • Silver Street
    • Paris, ON
  • Contact Info:

TH&B Model Railroader Flea Market*

  • When:
    • January 31, 2010  10:00am – 3:30pm
  • Where:
    • Marritt Hall
    • Ancaster Fair Grounds
    • 630 Trinity Road
    • Ancaster, ON
  • Contact Info:
    • (905) 335-9112

Dundas Modular Railway Club Flea Market

  • When:
    • February 13, 2010  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • St. Paul’s United Church
    • 29 Park Street West
    • Dundas, ON
  • Contact Info:
    • Bryant - (905) 387-5669
    • Mert - (905) 627-0038
    • Tom - (905) 575-9326
    • Gerry - (905) 628-8840
    • tczerned@cogeco.ca

Kitchener Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • March 28, 2010  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Bingemans
    • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
    • Kitchener, ON
  • Contact Info:

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Train Show Locations

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Summer is Fading to Fall

Well it has been a busy summer, but now with fall coming it is time for me to get back to doing the newsletters more on a monthly basis.  I hope everyone had a great summer despite the poor weather and temperature for the majority of it. 

For those that dropped by during the summer you may have found us busy redoing the front of the caboose.  Yes there are 126 boards on the front alone and they are now replaced and the caboose is looking all new from the front side.  While it looks a little off right now, plans are in the works to have the CN logo returned and the caboose number added either later this fall or early into the spring of 2010 depending on the weather. 

With the onset of fall approaching it is time for all of us to start thinking of all the time during the winter months that we will have to work on our hobby.  This may be a rather short newsletter as I try to get things caught up, more of the new and coming items will be covered in the October newsletter, I promise.

Enjoy the read, and as always I welcome all comments and suggestions on improving our little Tail End Publication.

Take in a Local Train Show

For those of you that are local to the Grey-Bruce area I invite you to join us at the 4th Annual Open House and Train show presented by the Grey Central Railway Club along with the Midwestern Chapter of the Canadian Association of Railway Modellers as they host their Day at The Clinics.  This proves to be an informative day for both the beginner and expert and if you have the time it is well worth a trip.  You will be able to meet others in the hobby local to your area, gain knowledge from the clinics being presented, and the best part—attend a local train show in the Grey-Bruce area.  If you are interested in attending and wish more details they can be found in he shows section of this newsletter. 

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader October 2009 
  • Trains October 2009 
  • Branchline September 2009
  • Garden Railways October 2009
  • Railtime DVD – ALCO’s of MLW and Bombardier – The Last Years (RT-ALCO)
  • Walthers HO 2010 Reference Catalogue (913-210)
  • Various Mix N scale Model Power Rolling Stock
  • Steam Scenes 2010 Calendar (100-CT2010)
  • HO Model Power RCMP Police Car (490-19403)
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car (CNR) 1954 Scheme
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car CN Rail 1961 Scheme
  • Morning Sun-Ontario Northland In Color (MS-1350)
  • HO-True Line Trains CP Caboose (Block and Script Lettering)

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale

Well once again our Model Railroad Garage sale is just a distant memory.  While the weather did not co-operate well this year, everyone that came found some treasures, made some new friends, and may have even learned a few tricks of the hobby that they were not aware of before.

Attendance was up even though the weather man forecasted gloom for the day.  Plans for the 2010 event have already begun and more details will released in upcoming newsletters.  If you wish to be a volunteer for the 2010 event please contact me.

I wish to thank all the vendors and buyers that came to make the show a success.  A big heartfelt thanks also goes to our wonderful volunteers and all those that stayed to help clean up the event at the end—it was greatly appreciated.  I think we got things put away in record-breaking time and in-between the rain drops—thanks again.

Also all the donations collected from the event go right back into it to improve it for next year.  This year we added the 26’ x 12’ canopy for extra vendors to be able to sell outside when the bays filled.  We also are slowly starting to purchase folding 6 foot tables to make the event more uniform in setup as well.

Everyday Low Prices

The following is a list of the items that we have at everyday low prices all the time:

  • Kadee #5 couplers HO (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
  • HO Proto wheel sets
    • 36" Wheel Sets 920-21257 - $7.75
    • 33" Flat Back Wheel Sets 920-21258 - $7.75
    • 33" Ribbed Back Wheel Sets 920-21259 - $7.75
  • Model Flex Paint - $4.29
  • Atlas Code 100 Flex Track 150-168 - $3.95

Upcoming Train Shows

Grey Central Railway Club 4th Annual Open House & Train Show / CARM Midwestern Ontario Day at the Clinics*

  • When:
    • September 19, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Participation Lodge (5 Minutes east of Holland Centre on Side Road 30)
    • Holland Centre, ON
  • Contact Info:

Brampton 2009 Model Railroad Show*

  • When:
    • October 3, 2009  10:00am – 4:30pm
    • October 4, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Brampton Fair Grounds
    • On Heart Lake Road (3km North of Mayfield Road)
    • Brampton, ON
  • Contact Info:

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • October 18, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

Kitchener Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • November 1, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Bingemans
    • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
    • Kitchener, ON
  • Contact Info:

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Train Show Locations


View Larger Map

Thursday, April 16, 2009

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale Around the Corner

Hard to believe the it is under a month before our 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage sale will be here.  Plans are all coming together and the last minute preparation is underway.  For anyone that is still wishing a spot please contact Carol by May 1st to ensure a spot is reserved for you.  Space is filling fast, so if you are even thinking of a spot, please drop us a line so that we are prepared.

This is a day that finds many modelers finding a treasure, meeting others in the hobby, and gaining ideas and information that may otherwise not be shared.

Take a moment to mingle as you have a coffee and muffin with a fellow modeler.

I have been talking with many of the vendors so far and it looks like there are many goodies coming to this years event.  There are layouts that have been taken down and everything from the track to the figures are coming to the sale. 

In addition to the great deals the vendors will be giving, there will be in-store specials and a couple of draws again this year.

So once again here is the info for the event:

  • 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale
  • May 9, 2009
  • From 8am - noon
  • At County Line Caboose

Don’t miss out, by coming out.  Hope to see you there.

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader October 2009 
  • Trains October 2009 
  • Branchline September 2009
  • Garden Railways October 2009
  • Railtime DVD – ALCO’s of MLW and Bombardier – The Last Years (RT-ALCO)
  • Walthers HO 2010 Reference Catalogue (913-210)
  • Various Mix N scale Model Power Rolling Stock
  • Steam Scenes 2010 Calendar (100-CT2010)
  • HO Model Power RCMP Police Car (490-19403)
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car (CNR) 1954 Scheme
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car CN Rail 1961 Scheme
  • Morning Sun-Ontario Northland In Color (MS-1350)
  • HO-True Line Trains CP Caboose (Block and Script Lettering)

Coming Soon

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

  • From Rapido
    • CN Trackside Sign Kit
    • Transcona Yard Caboose
    • CN 1954 Scheme Steam Generator Car
  • True Line Trains Second Release Caboose
    • CPR Block Style
    • CPR Script
  • Morning Sun Books
    • Ontario Northland in Color (MS-1350)
      • Estimated July 2009
  • Roundhouse
    • 85’ Pullman Palace
      • Combine Canadian Pacific #1987
      • Sleeper #1 Canadian Pacific Chaudiere
      • Sleeper #2 Canadian Pacific Kamloops
      • Diner Canadian Pacific Tuileries
      • Observation Canadian Pacific Mount Macdonald
        • Estimated October 2009

Everyday Low Prices

The following is a list of the items that we have at everyday low prices all the time:

  • Kadee #5 couplers HO (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
  • Xuron Track Cutter Tool 769-2175B - $17.25
  • HO Midwest Cork Road bed Box of 25 - $32.25
  • Plaster Cloth 785-1203 - $9.99
  • Peco Track Cleaner 552-PL41 - $6.99
  • HO Proto wheel sets
    • 36" Wheel Sets 920-21257 - $7.75
    • 33" Flat Back Wheel Sets 920-21258 - $7.75
    • 33" Ribbed Back Wheel Sets 920-21259 - $7.75
  • HO Rix Uncoupler Tool 628-14 - $4.25

Did You Know?

These are just a few of the services that I would like to remind you are available at the store:

  • A model library that features over 100 videos on trains, layouts, and how-tos that are free to borrow
  • A Reduce, Reuse & Recycle program that allows you to both donate and take home magazines
  • A connection to local groups if you are interested in joining one
  • Repair services and decoder installation services
  • Orders are placed weekly and are more than happy to special order in an item for you, all you need to do is ask

Tips and Tricks to Share

I would like to start an article in every issue on tips and tricks of the hobby.  Everyone approaches aspects of the hobby differently and it is these ideas that I feel are best shared.  If you have a tip you would like share please email me and watch for it to appear in one of the upcoming issues.  Please indicate on the email if you would like your name credited to the tip or not, I know some of us are bashful when it comes to sharing and would like to remain anonymous, which is perfectly fine.  Please send your tips and tricks to carol@countylinecaboose.ca

Model Railroading becomes easier the more we know, learn and share.

Upcoming Train Shows

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • April 19, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale*

  • When:
    • May 9, 2009  8:00am – 12:00pm
  • Where:
    • County Line Caboose
    • 014121 Bruce County Rd 10 RR1
    • Elmwood, ON
  • Contact Info:

Midland District Railroad Club 20th Annual Model Railroad Show

  • When:
    • May 23, 2009  10:00am – 5:00pm
    • May 24, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • North Simcoe Sports & Rec Centre
    • Midland Arena
    • King Street
    • Midland, ON
  • Contact Info:

Stratford Railway Heritage Show

  • When:
    • June 6, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Stratford Rotary Complex
    • McCarthy Road
    • Stratford, ON
  • Contact Info:

Canada Southern Hobby Show

  • When:
    • June 6, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
    • June 7, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm*
  • Where:
    • Elgin County Railway Museum
    • 750 Talbot Street
    • St. Thomas, ON
  • Contact Info:

Grey Central Railway Club 4th Annual Open House & Train Show / CARM Midwestern Ontario Day at the Clinics*

  • When:
    • September 19, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Participation Lodge (5 Minutes east of Holland Centre on Side Road 30)
    • Holland Centre, ON
  • Contact Info:

 

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Train Show Locations


View Larger Map

Monday, March 16, 2009

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale

The 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage sale is coming up fast.  Once again we will be hosting the event, a great day to find a treasure, meet fellow modelers and share your tips of the hobby with others.  Space is filling fast so if you are interested in a space please let us know so that it can be reserved for you.  Here are the details for this our 2009 event:

When:  May 9, 2009  8:00am - Noon

Where:  County Line Caboose (hosted in the large garage next door, goes rain or shine)

For those that may not be familiar with the event, here is a little about it.  Each year we provide the space and the organizing for a model railroad garage sale.  It is designed to be a modelers-for-modelers day.  Anyone that has model railroad items of any scale are welcome to come and sell it.  All we ask is that you have pre-signed up for a space.  We will be taking space reservations until May 1, 2009.  If interested in being a vendor please let us know as soon as possible, space is limited and given on a first come, first served basis.

This event is hosted free of charge to both vendors and browsers.  We do have donation boxes out that day for those that like to donate to help cover some of the costs of making this event happen.  There are free coffee and muffins during the event for all to enjoy.

So, mark the date on your calendar, contact us if you wish a space, and if you are coming to browse start your wish list now.

To become a vendor please contact Carol at 519-807-2345 or by email at carol@countylinecaboose.ca

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader April 2009 
  • Trains April 2009 
  • Branchline March 2009
  • Garden Railways April 2009
  • Classic Trains Spring 2009
  • Thomas & Friends April 2009
  • Model Railroad Planning 2009
  • New Railtime DVD Release Bayview Junction 2 (RT-BVJ2)
  • IHC Mikado Steam Loco 2-8-2 CP (348-27025)
  • IHC Mikado Steam Loco 2-8-2 CN (348-27009)
  • Rapido CP Baggage Cars
  • Rapido “Totally Wired” Telephone Poles
  • Rapido CN 1961 Scheme Baggage Cars
  • True Line Trains CN Caboose White Maple Leaf Scheme
  • True Line Trains CN Green Maple Leaf Scheme
  • Kato N Scale 10 Car Passenger Set- Southern Pacific Morning Daylight (381-106060)
  • Kato N Scale Steam 4-8-4 GS-4 Powered DCC Ready – Southern Pacific #4449 (381-1260301)
  • DVD-The New Polar Express (EME-350449)
  • Roundhouse HO RTR 50’ Old Time Overland Passenger Set CN (ROU-84833)
  • Roundhouse HO RTR 50’ Old Time Overland Passenger Coach CN #327
  • Athearn HO RTR 250 Ton Crane with Tender CN #50015 (140-75387)
  • Rapido Easy-Peasy Shorty Lighting System (RAP-102013)
  • HO RTR 26’ Tampered/Low Side Ore Care CPR#1 6 Pack (140-94970)
  • Roundhouse RTR 40’ Pickle Cars
  • Athearn HO RTR Wide Vision Caboose CN #79923 (140-79923)
  • Athearn HO RTR Wide Vision Caboose CN #79923 (140-79917)
  • Model Power HO Built Up Fisherman’s Cabin (490-645)
  • Model Power HO Built Up Horse Stable (490-567)
  • True Line Trains  HO TH&B Hoppers
  • Athearn HO RTR Canadian National Rotary Snow Plow with Tender (140-93807)

Coming Soon

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

  • From Rapido
    • CN Trackside Sign Kit
    • Transcona Yard Caboose
    • CN 1954 Scheme Steam Generator Car
  • Books from Kalmbach
    • Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3 (400-12422)
    • MR’s How to Guide Done in a Day – Easy detailing and weathering projects for your MR (400-12458)
    • How to Build and Detail Model Railroad Scenes Vol. 2 (400- 12454)
  • True Line Trains Second Release Caboose
    • CPR Block Style
    • CPR Script
  • Morning Sun Books
    • Ontario Northland in Color (MS-1350)
      • Estimated July 2009
    • Canadian National Facilities Vol. 1 (MS-1343)
      • Estimated April 2009
  • Bytown Railway 2009 Trackside Guide (pre-order required)
    • Estimated March 2009

Special of the Month

Our special of the month for April is as follows: 

10% off all Kalmbach books

Check out our listing of Kalmbach books.  We are in the process of updating our product list, so if you don’t see what you are looking for, contact us—we may just have it in the store.

Groups are there

Have you ever thought that you would like to be in a model railroad group that shares your interest in the hobby?  Many are shocked to find out that there are groups in their local area that they are not aware of. 

Being part of a group enhances the hobby for many.  It allows them to meet others in the hobby and be able to share knowledge and ideas.  If you would like more information on clubs in your area, please feel free to contact us.

If you know of a club that you you feel we may not, please drop us a line with the details.  We can only send people your way if we have the information to do so. 

Everyday Low Prices

The following is a list of the items that we have at everyday low prices all the time:

  • Kadee #5 couplers (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
  • Xuron Track Cutter Tool 769-2175B - $16.25
  • Floquil Paint - Thinner Based - $4.89
  • Model Flex Paint - $4.29
  • Peco Track Cleaner 552-PL41 - $6.99
  • Proto wheel sets
    • 36" Wheel Sets 920-21257 - $7.75
    • 33" Flat Back Wheel Sets 920-21258 - $7.75
    • 33" Ribbed Back Wheel Sets 920-21259 - $7.75
  • Atlas Code 100 Flex Track 150-168 - $3.95 each
    • (Atlas has begun a price increase; prices will increase as stock is replenished)

Planning a large track expansion?  See us for a bulk price on all your track needs.  Bulk track orders are considered to be those in excess of $100.00 before taxes.

Reduce, Reuse Recycle

Did you know that if you are interested in some model railroad magazines there is a reduce, reuse, recycle area in the store.  We welcome all magazine donations to this program and encourage anyone that sees magazines in this area of interest to them to help themselves. 

This is a program that we have run for many years now and it works great.  Magazines can be donated and given to someone else that will use the information from them.  It is a win-win situation for all involved.  The magazines find a new home where they are wanted and avoid the landfill sites.

Over the last little while there have been quite a number of donations and the boxes are full.  If you haven’t checked it out in a while you should slide in and take a look.   You may find one or two to take home with you.

Upcoming Train Shows

Kitchener Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • March 29, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Bingemans (Ballroom)
    • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
    • Kitchener, ON
  • Contact Info:

26th Annual Doubleheaders Model Railroad Self Guided Home & Club Layout Tour

Lakeshore Model Railroad Flea Market*

  • When:
    • April 5, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Humber College, North Campus
    • 205 Humber College Blvd
    • Etobicoke, ON
  • Contact Info:

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • April 19, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale*

  • When:
    • May 9, 2009  8:00am – 12:00pm
  • Where:
    • County Line Caboose
    • 014121 Bruce County Rd 10 RR1
    • Elmwood, ON
  • Contact Info:

Midland District Railroad Club 20th Annual Model Railroad Show

  • When:
    • May 23, 2009  10:00am – 5:00pm
    • May 24, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • North Simcoe Sports & Rec Centre
    • Midland Arena
    • King Street
    • Midland, ON
  • Contact Info:

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Train Show Locations


View Larger Map