Christmas Train Vintage Model Handmade Metal W/ Chimney & Detachable Caboose For Sale

For many Americans, model trains evoked sentimental feelings similar to the other emotions associated with Christmas. Christmas was a time when many people traveled long distances to reach home or to see relatives. Most of these journeys would involve a train ride. Likewise, the nation's railroads were a primary means of transporting packages around the country at Christmas time. Our Christmas Train Model is beautifully handmade out of iron and painted in red. It features many intricate details such as rolling spoke wheels, chimney, chain, belt, detachable caboose, engine, headlights, fuel tank, and much more. With Christmas just around the corner, this model will make a perfect gift for your loved one or any train enthusiasts!AJ111 - 27.5"L x 6"W x 8.5"H
History:No one knows for sure how the tradition of model trains under the Christmas tree got started, but historians believe the tradition dates back at least 100 years. In fact, it probably got started in the early 1900s, around the time when manufacturer Lionel began to produce the first electric toy trains. Lionel's electric toy trains were very popular. In fact, they became the focus of a new hobby: model railroads. Since most children were more familiar with trains than automobiles, toy train sets were popular requests for Christmas gifts. Upon opening a toy train set, assembling it to run under the Christmas tree was a natural thing to do. For many Americans, model trains also evoked sentimental feelings similar to the other emotions associated with Christmas. Christmas was a time when many people traveled long distances to reach home or to see relatives. Most of these journeys would involve a train ride. Likewise, the nation's railroads were a primary means of transporting packages around the country at Christmas time.

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