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Post by rockymountaineer on Aug 25, 2024 3:01:56 GMT
Lionel’s latest Legacy #844 FEF-3 kept calling my name. And I finally weakened, which means more trains must move out at the November Allentown ATMA show. So be on the lookout. LOL!!!
Most of the steamers I’ve purchased in recent years have been colorful, fantasy “what if” models. But the #844 is as prototypically black as one can get — with a nice glossy paint finish right out of the shops. And as an added treat, I sprung for John Brady’s Legacy Aux Tender as well — keeping the appearance of platinum bearing caps consistent from loco to tender to aux tender.
It’s a really sharp and classy look, with the UP “Building America” flag literally jumping right off the aux tender’s satin black paint. Just magnificent!
Model #844 also comes with solid black elephant ears. But I prefer to let the steamer’s detail come through without them — not to mention that Lionel’s factory has been FINALLY getting the smoke box gray coloring right. So why would I want to hide it??!
Here are some iPhone snapshots from tonight’s maiden voyage. Enjoy!!!
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Post by david1 on Aug 25, 2024 3:43:09 GMT
Very nice, I really like the 844 and the Brady tender really sets it off. Good luck with it.
Dave
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Post by thebigcrabcake on Aug 25, 2024 3:56:22 GMT
That's a great looking set. The JB Tender is exceptional!
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Post by harborbelt70 on Aug 25, 2024 6:59:59 GMT
I have to say that the tender caught my eye more than the gloss black 844. I have an earlier black Legacy version of UP 8444 (top in the photo below) and am thinking about it with that tender . . .
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Post by runamuckchuck on Aug 25, 2024 12:40:37 GMT
Weren't you just saying that the 4th quarter was going to be tough train expense wise? You may as well add 3rd quarter to the list of pain with this purchase and your Triplex on the way! As one of my customers said years ago, 'Money is conspicuous by its' absence'.
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Post by harborbelt70 on Aug 25, 2024 12:59:22 GMT
Weren't you just saying that the 4th quarter was going to be tough train expense wise? You may as well add 3rd quarter to the list of pain with this purchase and your Triplex on the way! As one of my customers said years ago, 'Money is conspicuous by its' absence'.
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Post by rockymountaineer on Aug 25, 2024 13:02:49 GMT
I have to say that the tender caught my eye more than the gloss black 844. I have an earlier black Legacy version of UP 8444 (top in the photo below) and am thinking about it with that tender . . .
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Post by rockymountaineer on Aug 25, 2024 13:07:05 GMT
Weren't you just saying that the 4th quarter was going to be tough train expense wise? You may as well add 3rd quarter to the list of pain with this purchase and your Triplex on the way! As one of my customers said years ago, 'Money is conspicuous by its' absence'. Guilty as charged. 
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Post by harborbelt70 on Aug 25, 2024 13:22:28 GMT
I have to say that the tender caught my eye more than the gloss black 844. I have an earlier black Legacy version of UP 8444 (top in the photo below) and am thinking about it with that tender . . .
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Post by dennym57 on Aug 25, 2024 15:04:52 GMT
That is seriously nice and I am seriously envious!
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Post by thebigcrabcake on Aug 25, 2024 17:28:01 GMT
I have to say that the tender caught my eye more than the gloss black 844. I have an earlier black Legacy version of UP 8444 (top in the photo below) and am thinking about it with that tender . . .
Is there a Discount Code for this?
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Post by runamuckchuck on Aug 25, 2024 17:34:17 GMT
As an added incentive, JB is having a 12% end-of-summer sale now. And that custom-run tender is included. Hint… hint!!! Is there a Discount Code for this? DON"TDOIT12%
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Post by rockymountaineer on Aug 25, 2024 18:02:59 GMT
As an added incentive, JB is having a 12% end-of-summer sale now. And that custom-run tender is included. Hint… hint!!! Is there a Discount Code for this? Unfortunately, the code AUG24 doesn’t appear to be working today, and I tried it on a variety of items. I’m surprised, because I thought it would be good thru the end of the month. You might want to call the store. |
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Post by runamuckchuck on Aug 25, 2024 18:07:56 GMT
Try LOVE24 which is what my Brady email states is the code.
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Post by mopac on Aug 25, 2024 18:23:19 GMT
The flag on the tender looks very similar to the one Menard's used on their UP F3 engine. Only in reverse.
It looks like you have quite a few tinplate structures on your layout. (Love it) Maybe you could post some more pictures featuring those buildings. ??
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