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I've been in business for over 40 years and I don't know what happened but from my personal history I'd say that the first thing that UP did was send a letter to Athearn and Lionel and ask them to stop production without compensation. Then after giving them ample time they sent a "cease and desist letter". Then their was the "threat of a lawsuit". And now the lawsuit itself. <br /> <br />This will have a far reaching effect. Since our country goes on precedent, Athearn and Lionel will porbably lose, since Amtrack is already collecting its royalty. I don't think that it will raise the price of a model anymore then an increase in the sales tax. Since UP will be making a percentage they're going to want the product to sell as it will enrich their coffers. <br /> <br />We pay licensing fees every day. The next time you go to Wally world look at the tee shirts that have logos on them and every one of them is licensed. Look at the NFL. As Brakie said "look at NASCAR". <br /> <br />The licensing of UP is not going to hurt the company. Americans have a short memory and in a year UP sales will be greater then they are now. For those that feel like UP was wrong and wont buy the product I say <b>"get out of the way and let the guy behind you step up to the counter and make his purchase"</b>. For every one that burns, repaints, or throws away a UP product - there's going to be at least two other people to take your place. <br /> <br />I have no UP items in my empire, but it is because of selection, I'd rather buy a colorful BLATZ BEER reefer then a plain UP box car. I don 't think that Armour yellow is that pretty. <br /> <br />One good thing about this lawsuit is, it's given a lot of people that don't have time or guts to model, something to write and talk about. As far as the hobby shops are concerned, they are in business to serve the customer and thay will continue to buy what they can sell. <br /> <br />And talking about modeling - I'm going to the layout room and enjoy myself until time to go to church. <br /> <br />Have a blessed day and remember <b>SANTA FE ALL THE WAY</b> <br /> <br />Bob
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