Interests

1/64 scale modeling, as compared to Hi-rail or American Flyer (sometimes called "tin-plate for historical reasons. The highest priority for a scale modeler is prototypical realisim.

This interest is focused on the trains built by the AC Gilbert company. Many of us grew up with American Flyer trains, and some of us get the most enjoyment out of running, maintaining, and collecting original AC Gilbert American Flyer.