The Complete Book of Model Railroading

by David Sutton

(hardcover,1965)

The Complete Book of Model Railroading by David Sutton

+ Published Prentice-Hall, Inc. 

+ Copyrighted by David Sutton in 1964

+ Second Printing in 1965

+ Printed in the United States of America

+ Hardcover book with dust jacket

+ 341 pages

+ The Complete Book of Model Railroading

+ The book looks like it was only thumbed through due to the pages not opening flat. The pages of this book have started to yellow with age and there is  a small puncture in the books' spine (see photos). The dust jacket is also yellowing with age, has some shelf wear, and there is a tear in it in the spine (see photos) 

+ Every model railroad fan - both beginner and seasoned veteran will find this big book a richly rewarding guide, a treasure chest filled to the brim with practical ideas and know-how, steeped in the finest traditions of railroading lore and Americana. It describes all major phases of model railroading - in detail - and represents the most complete, up-to-date guide yet published in the model railroading field. More than 600 original photographs, taken by the author, a professional photographer, plus dozens of charts, wiring diagrams and suggested layouts of pikes, illustrate the text. Sutton not only discusses the latest refinements - such as expertly detailed locomotives, transistorized throttles, ASTRAC (a new concept for radio-frequency control) - but also the basic concepts of model railroading itself. He describes the different types of equipment available; how to build your own models; how to further authenticate the appearance of your locomotive through the addition of details; the whys and wherefores of maintenance to keep them running in top condition; and the secrets of painting and aging techniques to give your model a more prototype look. The book covers the planning of a model railroad, from layout design and track plans, to scenery and mountain building, special effects and type of equipment to use. Rolling stock and the great variety of cars which can be put into use in your model empire are discussed in a wealth of detail. Basic wiring techniques are thoroughly illustrated to help you eliminate unnecessary complication and avoid a tangle of wires beneath your layout. The author also describes the great pleasure and advantage in running trains in prototype fashion. What's more, the author has "deliberately included the name's of manufacturer's and/ or sources of supply. and in some cases has listed parts' numbers and catalog references for the express purpose of making it easier for you, the reader, to be able to track down a particular item or piece of equipment which either strikes your fancy or is important to your model railroading operation. While this may possibly appear commercial in one respect or another, you will find it a definite aid when you visit a hobby shop and attempt to describe a particular item you wish to purchase." " Anyone who reads this book," warns David Rose, "will forever be caught up in the fascinating web of rails, the symphony of engine and locomotive music, and the thrill of building and operating a model railroad empire of his own. 

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