A friend at work discovered that I was into trains, so he started asking me about a set that he has at home...... It is an American Flyer set made by Gilbert. He says it is from 1954. I know next to nothing about older trains (esp when they pre-date me by almost 20 years). Anyone have a clue what these might be worth? Check em out here on Webshots Thanks!
Good question. I have some older info on Lionel. But none on AF. I'd guess that it depends on how complete the set is, if it runs, condition, availability/desireability in the collectors market. A lot of variables. Having the box is a plus! He might watch for similar items on eBay. And there is a Yahoo Group called "S-Trains" where he could possibly ask. Boxcab E50
Is there a local hobby shop available? They could most likely direct you and your buddy to somebody that collects American Flyer. Don't take the first offer, get several different quotes on value. Are you a member of the NMRA? They have an S-Gauge special interest group also. There is a national S-Gauge club, but I'm not sure where to find them. Try MODEL RAILROADER maybe, S-Gauge Magazine also. Watch what you are doing there are people who will "lo-ball" you, give you $75.00 for something worth $300.00. A "stand up" collector will not mind if you get several prices on an item, and then come back to him. Good Luck-------Mark
You might check out the NASG website at nasg.org They might have a link regarding toy train prices for collectors. Kalmbach's Toy Trains magazine and publications might also be a good place to check.
