Lionel Train Layouts

My first train experience was with Lionel train layouts. I don't remember exactly what Christmas it was, but I'll never forget waking up Christmas morning to the sound of a Lionel train coming round the bend.

Lionel is probably the best known name in scale model trains. Established in 1900 by Joshua Lionel Cowen, this train manufacturer has had recent renewed interest in it's O and O-27 gauge scale designs.

During World War II Lionel produced compasses for the war effort and only made non-electric paper train sets during this time. After the war Lionel made steam engines that puffed smoke and by 1950 was producing combat-oriented train sets. In the 1970's its name was leased to General Mills and saw the resurgence of popularity of the 700E locomotive.

You can find many model railroad layouts online and at your local toy store. These sets tend to rekindle fond memories for fathers and grandfathers. Many hand down their sets to their children who carry on and build new and exciting train layouts.

Internet surfing can result in a visual display of many designs and layouts that you may not have though of, Also, many online retailers offer deep discounts and free shipping that make this hobby very affordable.

Setting up Lionel train layouts on Christmas morning will bring smiles to young and old. I can here one coming around the bend now.