Regular visitors will be aware Paul Watson supplied a fair amount of Timpo Prairie Railway stock and track a while ago. It was a wonderful gift, and a great addition to my gaming. I am very grateful. Later, my interests expanded to include tin aeroplanes that could work with my 54mm soldier collection. They just look so perfect together. Now, I have combined the two collectables by acquiring my first tin railway building.
It is a Hornby 1940s No.2 Signal cabin in O Gauge. When I spotted this in my local collectables shop I took an instant liking to it. The condition is very good, with no dents, although a measure of fading has occurred. But it looks wonderful, and perfect with my lead soldiers. Rest assured, I will not be paint stripping this piece of pure nostalgia. Having decided to purchase, the kind hearted shopkeeper, once more, gave me a discount, knocking it down to £10.
Having just got back from shopping, I had to take some photos!
My recent visit to the Exeter Toy Fair furnished a fair number of toy soldiers. Quite a few have now been sorted, with photos to follow. But I could not miss an opportunity to include this repaired and repainted soldier on a cycle.