Hello all
OK where do I start?
I haven't ever had a trainset before but I've always thought they were great. I remember seeing an "N" gauge set many years ago and thought that was the coolest! I really like the small size. Recently (where have I been?) I saw "Z" gauge on Ebay or some website and thought THAT is what I would want. Now, after finding this forum and reading much on websites, I find the variety of US Trains is very limited. I prefer the Steam Loco's so I am leaning towards "N" gauge. I want something reliable. Having the engine suddenly quit working can't be much fun! So, I gather Atlas or Kato might be the way to go? I'd want a line used in Alaska (1st choice) or the Pacific Northwest.
Should I look for a set "ready to run" or find the engine, cars, track, etc. separately? No doubt I will add on later.
Also, what does "light" mountain and "heavy" mountain mean?
I am sure to follow with other questions and appreciate any info. Gotta love the internet eh? What a great source for so many things!
Thanks in advance,
Bill
OK where do I start?
I haven't ever had a trainset before but I've always thought they were great. I remember seeing an "N" gauge set many years ago and thought that was the coolest! I really like the small size. Recently (where have I been?) I saw "Z" gauge on Ebay or some website and thought THAT is what I would want. Now, after finding this forum and reading much on websites, I find the variety of US Trains is very limited. I prefer the Steam Loco's so I am leaning towards "N" gauge. I want something reliable. Having the engine suddenly quit working can't be much fun! So, I gather Atlas or Kato might be the way to go? I'd want a line used in Alaska (1st choice) or the Pacific Northwest.
Should I look for a set "ready to run" or find the engine, cars, track, etc. separately? No doubt I will add on later.
Also, what does "light" mountain and "heavy" mountain mean?
I am sure to follow with other questions and appreciate any info. Gotta love the internet eh? What a great source for so many things!
Thanks in advance,
Bill