| Show v QI fcSS5- i & i i ' '4 (' : 14 t) - &?'- - & -T yr : ' IV J i " : - ''- ' v k-- x ' yv ai J f ( iSS W K §11 NS ? v' t vi r ' v " '!?& " ' "S&rrw?-- - ?r ' h - ' - SFSdQ fKT -- ? ifrsjmAh it :U "rr'CBcaas©1 :it- ij - - £' 4 J' - fts-str ‘wrr V r - ' : '- Hmd heid wtbmhiae tkowm actual ifv -- tW ' - '" - r ' s 1 nis tat U ltj JPWIR'2 '!y i ' -- A t ar The Railway and Locomotive Historical Society presents THE WORLD'S GREATEST LOCOMOTIVES Superb handcrafted models in solid pewter The first collection that captures the adventure of railroading in every era and throughout the world ROLLED OUT Of THE YARDS yHEY X at Altoona Cheyenne Bath and Chicago Mechanical giants on trades of steel From iron works across Europe and die Orient they signaled revolution in travel and a world-wid- e commerce And from die early wood-burneto die new streamlined expresses they have been objects of awe— fascinating symbols of rs n fii ifn i it ' 4’ ’ adventure Now the Railway and Locomotive Historical Society —one of America's oldest and most respected railroad historical organizations — has authorized their first collection of locomotive models ever to capture lf die sweep and drama of a of railroading as it happened here and around the world century-and-a-ha- Selected by experts The collection will consist of 25 authentically detailed models portraying die most important locomotives of all time Each has been selected on the authority of leading railroad experts And each sculptured miniature will be individually cast in solid pewter entirely finished by hand Beginning with die legendary John Bull of the 1830s die collection will include such important American locomotives as: Engine 999 of the Empire State Express which claimed a world speed record of 112 miles per hour in 1893 The Pennsylvania Railroad's K-- 4 a pioneer on runs like the Detroit Arrow The sleek of 1941 West Coast Daylight-typ- e And from other great railroading nations of the world: England's Japan's "Flying Scotsman" "Asia Express" Germany's S 316 pride of the Rheingold Express Precise and authentic Each locomotive will be carefully researched The casting molds will be refined by hand to ensure accuracy And die miniatures will show such fine details as handrails suspension fittings and cab layout— all in hand-rubbe- d expertly written commentary with eadi pewter model so you'll be able to relive the adventure of railroading as it happened during every era A dramatic display So that you can showcase the complete collection a hardwood wall shelf will be sent to you at no ado ' cost Tracks on each tier allow you show the variety of locomotive type and styles — providing a handsome accent in the home den or office The Railway and Locomotive Historical Society has appointed The Franklin Mint to craft the models and handle all subscriptions To begin building this complete collection bringing the excitement of railroading and the lure of these mighty engines into your home simply sign and mail the accompanying application by April 30 1986 THE WORLD'S GREATEST LOCOMOTIVES Not sold ia stows Hesse order by April 30 1906 Limit: One collectioa per sobsaibet Railway and Locomotive Historical Society to The Franklin Mint Franklin Center Pennsylvania 19091 Please enter my subscription for "The conWorld's Greatest Locomotives fining of 25 sculptured miniatures cast in soU pewter to be sent to me at the rate of one per month I need send no money now I will be billed $27 JSO for each handcrafted miniature just before shipment My hardwood display shelf will be sent to me at no additional charge Pint my tMr sain feu and SI for thipping and handling Signature Mr Mrs Mira pewter These are models you will want to examine — again ana again lb inspect the amazing 16 driving wheels that powered the "Big Bov" over the Rockies or the sculptured aerodynamic styling of the TGV today's fastest train And there's an Address Gty — State Zip :Vi |
