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You're probably in a big ru***o get going with the purchase. Don't do it yet! If I had to do it over again, it would definitely be very different. Sit down and think of what you'd like to accomplish BEFORE spending any money. Just want a 36" diameter loop? Something a little more sophisticated? How many trains do you want to run at a time? Power pack or DCC? Passenger or freight? Scenery can be added at a later time. If they want to get you something to put under the tree, ask for books that cover the basics -- benchwork, electrical wiring, trackwork, etc. Santa may have a few hand tools in his bag, or even a multi-draw tool box to handle the many tools you'll accumulate as you go along. Do a little planning about the layout first! Then start building it. Once you have the primary trackwork almost completed, RU***o the Local Hobby Shop (LHS) or place that internet order to coincide with the time when you will need locomotives and rolling stock. If the family wants to get you something for Christmas, ask them to open a Savings Account for you, IMHO preferably at a Credit Union, and START putting money into that for you. Ask them not to get a Gift Certificate at the LHS -- they may not have what you need, and then you'll spend the money just to use it. Those dollars will be precious when you start this project -- don't waste a penny! Best of luck on the project -- it is definitely a fun obsession, er, hobby! [:)]
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