Railroadiana - Railroad and Train Collectibles, Gifts and Trivia

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What does Railroadiana Mean?

"Railroadiana" is a term used for vintage railroad and train collectibles people enjoy adding to their train and railroad collections. My interest in trains is most likely connected to experiences from my childhood when I would visit my Uncle or Grandfather, both loved trains. They had records, the old LP's (long playing records for you younger visitors) with sounds of trains, train whistles...you'd feel like you were sitting at a train station when sitting in their living rooms.

My cousin lived so close to a railroad track one time, just over the fence from her home, that you could not only hear (loudly) the trains go by, but you could feel them.

Model railroading, and collecting train and railroad items of all kinds are very popular hobbies for many. Trains and railroad items, whether vintage or new, also make wonderful gifts for the train and railroad memorabilia collector and enthusiast.



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Claudia a/k/a happynutritionist
Updated 6/3/12

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Trains coming and going, steam engines, trains switching, lots of train sounds and sounds of the railroad. Enjoy listening while you visit here.

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Lionel Trains Polar Express Set - O Gauge

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Lionel Trains Polar Express Train Set - O Gauge

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* Transformer controlled forward, neutral, and reverse operation
* Locomotive has operating headlight and puffing smoke; air whistle in the tender
* Locomotive features die-cast metal locomotive body and frame
* Operating couplers on rolling stock and on rear of tender
* Passenger cars feature interior lighting and silhouettes in windows
* Powerful maintenance-free motor, two traction tires, and separately applied metal handrails

Lionel Train Videos

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Lionel train layout by the Curto family
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HO Scale Train Cars

Some New, Some Used

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Model Railroading In the News

Events and displays that may be on exhibit

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Loveland company helps keep trains on track
By Craig Young Reporter-Herald Staff Writer James Bilodeau, owner and president of DataTraks, stands recently with a scale model railroad track in the company's headquarters at 213 E. Fourth St. in downtown Loveland. Engineers at DataTraks use lamps to ...
Local model railroad club looking for a new home
The members of the Zane Trace National Trails Club model railroad club are looking for a new home for their creation. / Times Recorder file photo The Zane Trace National Trails Club meets at 7 pm the first Tuesday of the month at Creno's south location ...
Hobbyists say pastime a passion
By MICHAEL ERB (merb@newsandsentinel.com) , Parkersburg News and Sentinel Ammann now shares his love of model trains as president of the Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club. The organization boasts about 60 members and displays their trains, ...
Enthusiasts hope kids get on board with hobby
The 13-year-old briefly took a break from his hard work rebuilding a section of scenery on a nearly 50-feet of model train track Sunday at the Freedom Financial Services Expo Center in Colorado Springs. The member of Youth in Model Railroading couldn't ...

Railroadiana - Latest Official Collectors and Price Guide for 2011 and Beyond for Model Railroad Enthusiasts

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Railroadiana Collectors Book and Price Guide

Train and Railroad Photography

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Call of Trains

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"The end of railroad trains as major means of long-distance travel and short-haul shipping was foreseeable since the 1930s, as automobiles and trucks became sturdier and cheaper, paved streets and highways covered the nation, and, after World War II, wages mushroomed. Fortunately, a generation of camera-wielding young "rail-fans" artfully recorded the decline..."

Vintage Railroad Paper Items

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Railroad Button Pinbacks

Some quite old, and collectible

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Locomotive Train Pocket Watch and Watches

12" Curb Chain and Belt Clip

Locomotive Train Pocket Watch

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Click here for a large selection of Train pocket watches and watches

Built with quality craftsmanship and quartz movements, each pocket watch has a clasp or chain attachment. Each is back by a 1 year manufacturer's warranty and arrives in an attractive box.

"The close relationship between railroad expansion and the general development and prosperity of the country is nowhere brought more distinctly into relief than in connection with the construction of the Pacific railroads."

John Moody

Vintage Railroad Lanterns

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General Railroad Antiquities

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Train Lovers Driveway Sign

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Train Lovers Parking Sign

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Railroad Train Conductor Hats

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Long Cold Road Ahead Jigsaw Puzzle

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Train Things to Wear, Carry and More

Still Plays With Trains Mug

There are a heck of a lot of rail fans out there! Buy a great tshirt or gift done in simple black design- Still Plays With Trains. It doesn't matter how old he is, he still loves his trains.

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Train man Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Cool, hip and fun railroading t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and tote bags. Unique and original railroading apparel and gifts for train lovers. The T-Shirt Boutique.

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I Love Trains Toddler T-Shirt

Are trains one of your little boys favorite things? He will love this adorable and colorful I Love Trains design. PinkInkArt original!

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Dark T-Shirt

Don't waste time deciding on which shirt to put on each morning. This dark shirt t-shirt will never go out of style and hides stains better too. This high-quality t-shirt is pre-shrunk and 100% cotton

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Railroad Photos and Train Photographs

175112 at Ludlow station by interbeat
175112 at Ludlow station by interbeat
150279 at Church Stretton station by interbeat
Trains by Gonmi
Railfest 2012-50 by chippykev
Railfest 2012-57 by chippykev
45596 Bahamas by chippykev
Railfest 2012-86 by chippykev
City of Truro by chippykev
Deltic Dreams by chippykev
Railfest 2012-23 by chippykev
Peckett 0-4-0ST 'Teddy' by chippykev
Railfest 2012-100 by chippykev
4468 Stunning Mallard by chippykev
Railfest 2012-71 by chippykev
Castle Donnington Power Station by chippykev
GNR N2 1744 by chippykev
Railfest 2012-2 by chippykev
Railfest Snow Blower by chippykev
Railfest 2012-46 by chippykev
55002 (D9002) 'Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry' by chippykev
Railfest 2012-36 by chippykev
Railfest 2012-80 by chippykev
Railfest 2012-87 by chippykev
Mardy Monster - 2150 by chippykev
The Unforgetable Tornado by chippykev
Railfest 2012-96 by chippykev
Railfest 2012-51 by chippykev
Peppercorn A1 Pacific Tornado by chippykev
Railfest 2012-60 by chippykev
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For Children and the Very Young at Heart:

For the Children, Thomas the Tank

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Thomas the Tank Engine Train

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Glow in the Dark Thomas the Tank Jigsaw Puzzle

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Thomas the Tank Glow in the Dark Puzzle

* Ravensburger puzzles are made in Germany from the highest quality and thickest green Kappa cardboard available
* Pieces have a nice matted finish which makes them easy to see and handle
* Builds small motor skills, picture recognition, and task completion

Misc. Train Toys for All Ages

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Many Train and Railroad Toys for Children

And the Young at Heart

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There are a LOT of toys here, so look closely. In some cases, for example "Thomas the Tank" items, I picked several things, but the one you are looking for may not be showing...click through and search for it, there are many more Thomas the Tank train cars.

Melissa & Doug Wooden Train Cars Set

Melissa & Doug Wooden Train Cars Set

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LEGO Creator Mini Trains

LEGO Creator Mini Trains

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Fisher-Price GeoTrax Remote Control Timbertown Railway

Fisher-Price GeoTrax Remote Control Timbertown Railway

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Melissa & Doug Train Sound Puzzle

Melissa & Doug Train Sound Puzzle

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Life-Like Trains HO Scale Rail Master Electric Train Set

Life-Like Trains HO Scale Rail Master Electric Train Set

Set includes F40PH diesel locomotive with working headlight, more...0 points

Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway - Thomas the Tank Engine

Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway - Thomas the Tank Engine

Thomas Wooden Railway Systems give little engineers more...0 points

Vtech - Smartville Alphabet Train Station

Vtech - Smartville Alphabet Train Station

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LEGO DUPLO Toy Story The Great Train Chase 5659

LEGO DUPLO Toy Story The Great Train Chase 5659

All aboard for fun and imagination! The train is r more...0 points

Matchbox Toy Story 3 Mega Rig Western Train Building System

Matchbox Toy Story 3 Mega Rig Western Train Building System

Mattel Toy Story 3 MATCHBOX® MEGA RIG® TrainAll more...0 points

Fisher Price Mickey's Magic Choo Choo

Fisher Price Mickey's Magic Choo Choo

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Train Conductor Outfit

Train Conductor Outfit

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WowToyz Classic Train Set - Diesel Engine with Tankers

WowToyz Classic Train Set - Diesel Engine with Tankers

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Life-Like Trains HO Scale Conventional Track - Track Expander Set

Life-Like Trains HO Scale Conventional Track - Track Expander Set

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  • brumot Mar 18, 2012 @ 4:08 pm | delete
    Live near an old So Pacific branch line (Santa Paula, Ca), now operated by Fillmore & Western RR, movie trains, dinner, excursion, etc.Sometimes get to see some cool stuff on the tracks. Santa Paula has a great restored original So. Pac. depot too. Wonderful lens!
  • APackageAtTheDoor Jan 23, 2012 @ 1:19 am | delete
    Nice lens. Thanks!
  • Kimbesa Dec 20, 2011 @ 8:13 pm | delete
    I love the train...got to ride from NYC to Indiana years ago, with a sleeper space. Someday, perhaps the train across Canada....thanks!
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