Lionel Water Towers vs. American Flyer 596 water tower

[Sturgeon-Phish]

I have the AF tank, works great.  A bit noisy, switich from AC to DC and it will work quietly

Jim 

[Major]

The Flyer tower was designed pre world war 2 so it is O scale. With the press of a button the spout lowers to fill the tenders on your thirsty steam locomotives.  The tower also has a aircraft warning light on top.  It is a good looking tower and fits in anywhere.

[northernpike]

Need an opinion, adding a water tower to the layout

Which is better?   American Flyer 596 water tower or the Lionel 30 or 138?

Flyer seems to be better made, more durable..