I have seen an example of the International Models Genoa for sale on eBay within the last couple of months. The model on eBay had a turned stack and domes no rivet detail smooth sided tender, but it was unmistakable that it was a model of the Genoa
TwinZephyr wrote: Is there any evidence of this model other than the Brown Book listing? Can anyone provide a photo of the box label or maybe an old advertisement? toot toot wrote:back in 1952 International imported a somewhat crude 4-4-0 #12
Is there any evidence of this model other than the Brown Book listing? Can anyone provide a photo of the box label or maybe an old advertisement?
toot toot wrote:back in 1952 International imported a somewhat crude 4-4-0 #12
it has had the drivers replaced with plated wheels, (original wheels were brass & unplated) it does not appear to be the later KK version unless the stack was also changed
Item: H.O. Brass Steam Loco Kit (4-4-0) "American" Locomotive kit Based on prototype Virginia & Truckee "Glenda"Manufacturer: International Model Products ( by Takara Ltd. Japan) Date: 1952 Condition: Kit Form ( NEW- original box)
I amd new to this forum. This is my second post. I have been interested in the V & T since 1984 and have started building an HO V&T Lines several times over the years. Since I'm retired now, I have once again started an HO V&T. As a matter of fact, I have started a web site where I am documenting my progress and the history of my journey in building the layout thus far. Please, everyone out there, visit my site below and tell me what you think. I think it is a colorful and excellent Roadname to model, even loosly, as it was in existance from 1869 to 1950 and had about 34 steam locomotives over that time.
Mike Tuomala's V&T Lines Website - http://home.mchsi.com/~mtuomala/index.html
Mike
Howdy, Mike. to the Forums.
I googled your home town first, so I realize that Virginia City is a day's drive from you - but still well worth the trip. Just take US395 off I-15 half way up Cajon Pass, then turn right onto US40 at Carson City...
The best-preserved of the original V&T locos are at the Nevada Railroad Museum, which is right alongside 395 in Carson City. There's also a beauty stuffed and mounted in the old freight station (now a museum) in Virginia City. The operating locos at Virginia City are later imports, but the roadbed is mostly original.
I don't recommend the route through my home town. OTOH, if you do come, bring money...
Chuck (modeling Central Japan in September, 1964 - in Sin City in 2008)
Toot Toot, thanks for posting that auction listing. Even though the silhouette on the box looks like a V&T engine, I don't think the seller's description is credible. Too many details on the model (which was imported in the late 1950's, not the early '50's) differ from the V&T's engines.
People point to the Brown Book as proof International imported a V&T engine, but how can one be sure the Brown Book is correct?
i purchased one of the International 4-4-0 kits
the box does not identify the model as being "V&T"
the original sales slip was slipped into the box, it is dated 1953 but does not identify the kit except as "4-4-0 kit"
Those of you who are fans of the V&T should check out the Yahoo group dedicated to this unique railroad. It has many useful files and photos in addition to the forum comments. And currently it lists a forthcoming symposium and model workshop to be held in Carson City in October. See: http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/vandtmodelers1869/.
Voyager
Voyager,
Thanks for the recomendation of the V&T Yahoo group. I took a quick look at it and there is some good modeling represented as well as information. In the future, I plan on using it as a reference for my modeling, even though loosely depicting the V&T.
My late father and I were into HO V&T . I have several HO engines and rolling stock, buildings and have looked at several layout schemes. A great place to start is to visit the Sacramento railroad mesum the have some restored engines and rolling stock and a great deal of historical photos. I will build another layout one of these days.
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