Grandpa and Me Hobbies

12/04/2024

so we are taking some time to set up a few tables at the TCA train show in Ga this week dec 6,7 2024. if you have time stop by, need something special then bring a wish list hope to see other train lovers there its Christmas time no better time to set up your trains

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07/13/2023

well, we have a lot of new additions we will be selling soon. from a couple 773 engines to 20 FM trainmasters, several GG1 engines, switchers, rare boxcars. thousands of items from the simple runners to the top end collection pieces. Before i start listing all this i would like to know if you have something you need or want for your collection so i can sort and find a good item for you. We were going to start with 2 rare Rutland boxcars. 6464-300 . One painted over the blue mold and the other over a clear body mold. Any interests? these are very rare and fairly expensive . Drop me a note of what you want so we can get pictures .. Thanks Fred

11/22/2021

The perfect present for a die hard lionel collector. Here we have an exceptionally nice all original 57 AEC switcher. This one is all original with no cracks or repairs on the cab. The paint on the cab sides is nice and clean/crisp, struts are perfect and screw holes have no cracks at all. This is a collectors piece and belongs on display. We do not have the original box but can ship with a reproduction unmarked switcher box. Let us know if you are interested. coming soon a nice 42 switcher, a 53 plow, 58 rotary blower, 41 army switcher. Christmas is around the corner

11/08/2021

its monday, we pulled this caboose out for pictures.It is a fake AT+SF caboose that someone forged to sell as an original. it was re lettered and painted to mimic the rare version from the father and son set. Again this is not an original caboose but does look good sitting on a shelf as a conversation piece. If you are interested in this item then drop us a note and we will send more pictures and information

11/05/2021

for the collectors who want to have original boxes. this is a really hard to find original 2341 box for the jersey central FM . it is complete , all original and has the sleeve for it. only one side is open and the other still has the original tape holding it shut. not cheap but for those lucky enough to have a nice original 2341 this is the box you need. hit us up if interested

11/02/2021

time for a collectors Christmas present item. today we have a very nice 6142-175 olive drab gondola from 1963-1964. found only in a couple un cataloged sets from Firestone and J.C penny. A hard to find item especially in this condition . never run but does have some rust on the axles . interested for your collection or as a present then contact us.

10/28/2021

Its boxcar day. here we have for sale a mint lionel 6464-725 orange new haven boxcar. This is the gloss orange version made from 1962-1966. Perfect for the boxcar collector, comes as shown and includes a proper original box marked 6464-735 . interested then just drop us a line

10/22/2021

well its friday and i figured i would post a picture of a collectors piece for you to think about over the weekend. Lionel minuteman 59 switcher. 1962-1963 . this is an all original item with no broken or replacement parts. struts are intact, no screw hole cracks. the white body does have a few scratches and some yellowing as is normal for this age. a great collection piece or Christmas present . Ask us more about it if interested.

08/23/2021

here is a nice piece for your collection. this is a TTOS lionel hopper car. olive drab with ice deep gold lettering . there is a little tape glue mark on the one side from price tag other than that the car is like new . Add this to your collection today, just send us a note

06/22/2021

Well im trying to find the time to bring out some trains for people and show some of the items available . So i have taken a picture of this AEC switcher #57. This is a collection grade item, totally intact and shows limited track time. Cream color with sharp printing and color. No cracks or breaks of any kind. Does not have an original box but comes with a reproduction unmarked switcher box. Ready for an upgrade for your collection? Ask us how to get this unit

03/24/2020

I had a little time today so we are putting this nice original lionel 6464-825 alaska box car up for sale. A nice addition to your collection. The car is intact , no cracks. It has a couple paint chips but is in overall very good shape. Want to add this to your collection , just drop us a note.

03/18/2020

Just wanted to say that we hope everyone is save and sound , locked up in their basement . Think of it as an excuse to play with trains...