I think some of the appeal behind the warbonnet is what it stood for as well as it's esthetics. The full size ATSF was determined to run the best passenger trains in America which they did right up to Amtrak day. I never got to ride a Santa Fe train, but I still associate high service with the warbonnet trade mark. Most of Amtrak's cars at start up were ATSF cars because they were so well maintained which attests the thier commitment to quality.
George
I think there used to be a page here that had all the covers up to an anniversary issue. That would give you a count up to that point. I remember reading in the magazine that they sell more copies when a warbonnet is on the cover.
As for how many models there were, here's off the top of my head:
Marx 21, 1095
Atlas GP60
Lionel 2333, 2343, 2353, 2383
This could be a fun thread :D
J White
The latest issue of Classic Toy Trains has a nice picture of the familiar Santa Fe War Bonnet on the cover. I know this engine has appeared on more CTT covers than any other engine. My question is just how many covers of CTT has the War Bonnet graced?
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