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Post by ptc on Jul 19, 2020 17:36:03 GMT
This engine is being offered by Lionel in a weathered version by Harry Hieke. They did not show a weathered version in the catalog, but here is what it will look like after Harry is done with them.  |
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Post by 4dogsinjersey on Jul 19, 2020 17:40:52 GMT
Looks like a real work horse!
Tom
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Post by Country Joe on Jul 20, 2020 16:52:59 GMT
Another great job by Harry!
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Post by ptc on Jul 20, 2020 17:09:11 GMT
You would think that Lionel would have a photo of the engine weathered to help increase sales. Sure, a photo of a dapper guy like Harry is nice, but I am not sure it sells engines.  |
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Post by rockymountaineer on Jul 22, 2020 2:06:34 GMT
I had Harry do some subtle weathering of my new Lionel 746 "J", and the results were fabulous.
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Post by Adam on Jul 22, 2020 10:29:32 GMT
The Master does it again!
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Post by scottsmith on Jul 25, 2020 0:13:01 GMT
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Post by Adam on Jul 25, 2020 0:55:39 GMT
Beautiful!!
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Post by JDaddy on Jul 25, 2020 1:33:56 GMT
I like the Denver and Rio Grande version as well :  |
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Post by laz57 on Jul 25, 2020 13:34:42 GMT
Beautiful engine SCOTT. Is the boiler light grey? If so very nice. But a bit pricey for me.
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Post by rockymountaineer on Jul 25, 2020 14:56:03 GMT
And because it’s a special-run, there’s likely to be no further price discounts.
As sharp-looking as it is, I’m done with those large engines. Have plenty already. It felt great to not be tempted by any of the real big-ticket locomotives in the last catalog. The 4-6-0 was more my kinda speed. 😊
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Post by rockymountaineer on Jul 29, 2020 6:43:50 GMT
Interesting.... I stand corrected on the pricing. Looks like Steve IS discounting his special-run down to the price-point most dealers are selling the regular-run 2-8-8-2's during their "early buy" pre-order period. He just announced the incentive in an attempt to bolster reservations so the locomotive gets built.
Still not chump-change, but a $120 discount is better in your pocket than the dealer's if you're interested in obtaining this. It's not for me, but the white-walls do stand out.
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Post by scottsmith on Jul 30, 2020 16:47:39 GMT
Interesting.... I stand corrected on the pricing. Looks like Steve IS discounting his special-run down to the price-point most dealers are selling the regular-run 2-8-8-2's during their "early buy" pre-order period. He just announced the incentive in an attempt to bolster reservations so the locomotive gets built.
Still not chump-change, but a $120 discount is better in your pocket than the dealer's if you're interested in obtaining this. It's not for me, but the white-walls do stand out. For a better price in the cart use the discount code "4Scott"
Seriously that is the code and it is good for any of the 2-8-8-2's Scott Smith
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Post by rockymountaineer on Jul 30, 2020 21:38:14 GMT
Yes.... that's the discount code that gives the extra $120 off the price on the website. If you ordered from Steve before this promo, Steve said he adjusted the price for you.
It's a good practice to keep all your pre-orders and prices straight, because Lord knows WHEN this stuff will actually arrive. And if you're like me, you'll probably forget what the prices were by the time pre-orders arrive 12-18 months later.
That's one of the reasons I like Charlie Ro. They keep EXCELLENT records of your pre-orders via email. And now they have a new system that generates a complete list of your pre-order(s) WITH pricing too. So it's easier to stay organized.
I don't pre-order much these days. But what little I might do, it's nice to keep things as organized as possible... so there are no surprises 12-18 months out. Just sayin'.
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Post by JDaddy on Jul 31, 2020 2:04:32 GMT
The problem with Pre-order is it comes in ALL at once. Last two Decembers I was out lots of coin! Thanks to my LHS he has a layaway plan!
This Christmas the GS1 and the bs6 switcher will come in on the same day with my luck...
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