Welcome to my store!
Every collector ends up with too many of at least some things; this is the reason for having this store.
Items listed below are part of my collection; surplus thereto, they are looking for new homes. Scroll down to see all, or refine by browsing the Store Categories on the left hand side.
Review the Terms of Sale and simply get in contact should you have any questions, or if there is something you wish to purchase.
HD001 HORNBY DUBLO TENDER BRITISH RAILWAYS GREEN
Orphaned tender to suit a ‘Duchess of Montrose’ 4-6-2 locomotive. It will require some attention to make it pretty, but a tender is better than no tender, right?
HD002 HORNBY DUBLO ELECTRIC SIGNAL PARTS
Signal mast broken, signal arm missing. Coils tested and in working order. Use for parts to restore a burned out signal to working order.
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HM001 HORNBY GAUGE 0 TANK GOODS SET No. 45
Classic Hornby clockwork train set restored to working condition from collected parts. Originally made by Meccano Ltd of Liverpool, England.
Includes:
- Tank locomotive in British Railways livery
- Bolster wagon with original chains in place
- Mineral wagon
- Shell Lubricating Oil tank wagon
- Track oval (12 curves 2′ radius, 1 straight, 1 straight brake rail)
- 14 connecting plates
- Winding key
- Original box
NOTES
- Coupler loops on all vehicles are replacements
- One set of wagon axles not original
- Vintage item in very good, but not perfect condition
- Tested and working, very good condition
HM002 HORNBY GAUGE 0 ‘ZULU’ GOODS SET
This delightful train set dates from the late 1920s. It has been lovingly restored and completed and is presented in a custom made box.
Includes:
- 0-4-0 Clockwork locomotive & tender
- LNW 4-wheel open wagon
- Oval of track
- Winding key
- Custom made box
HM003 HORNBY GAUGE 0 LNER GREEN TENDER
Tender to suit Hornby Gauge 0 Type 51 locomotive. Tinplate body and wheels.
HM004 HORNBY GAUGE 0 LMS 1st/3rd CLASS PASSENGER COACH
Restored to working order from a pile of scrap. New roof made from galvanised sheet metal.
HM005 HORNBY GAUGE 0 WINDOWS FOR BOGIE PASSENGER COACHES
Various old window glazing pieces to fit Hornby Gauge 0 ‘Riviera Blue Train’ coaches.
MA001 MÄRKLIN F 800.3 CLASS 01 STEAM LOCOMOTIVE
This locomotive is the third version made in 1954 only. It is marked 01 097 on the front and one cab side, F800 along with MÄRKLIN on the other. Original 4-step reversing relay and large-holed ski pick-up.
This locomotive has been reconditioned and restored to full working condition. Blemishes collected over the years have been left in situ, the bodywork polished up. It has been tested on 3600-style track and runs beautifully forward and reverse. Lights work also.
NOTES
- The edge of the cab roof is chipped
- One tender door is broken
- Custom made removable coal insert included
- Supplied in custom made box.
Video of this engine running:
MA201 MÄRKLIN SET800.1 CLASS E44 ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVE
This locomotive is the earliest version made in 1954 and 55. It is marked E44 039 on both ends and the sides, along with SET 800 and MÄRKLIN. Original 4-step reversing relay and large-holed ski pick-up.
This locomotive has been reconditioned and restored to full working condition. Blemishes collected over the years have been left in situ, the bodywork polished up. It has been tested on 3600-style track and runs beautifully forward and reverse. Lights work also, changing with the direction of travel.
NOTES
- Both couplers have been repaired, as the originals were so damaged as to be useless. The broken couplers were cut off and replacements soldered in their stead. The new couplers are the small hook and loop type, matching the period of the locomotive.
- Packaged in a custom made box.
MA401 MÄRKLIN 346/2 (4008).6 (1954 ONLY) RED ‘DSG’ DINING CAR
Identifying features including die-cast bogie sides, stump axles and flat destination boards date this coach to 1954, Koll’s Preiskatalog version 6.
It has had a hard life and there is significant surface rust in paces. Still, with a bit of TLC, it would make a lovely runner for your layout.
MA402 MÄRKLIN 346/3J (4011).3.1 BLUE SLEEPING CAR
According to Koll’s Preiskatalog, this version should not exist, as it is not listed. However, other 346-style coaches with aluminium chassis were made only in 1953.
NOTES
- Restored to working order
- Age-related patina
MA403 MÄRKLIN 346/4 (4012).6 GREEN BAGGAGE CAR
Identifying features including plastic bogie sides, needle bearing axles and the circlip bogie fastening date this coach to 1956, Koll’s Preiskatalog version 6.
There is some surface rust in paces, but with a bit of TLC, it would make a lovely runner for your layout.
NOTES
- Age-related patina
MA501 MÄRKLIN 315/2 + 305/1 RAILWAY CRANE AND WAGON
Refurbished railway crane dating from the 1950s. According to Kolls Preiskatalog, the type of coupler identifies it as version 1 (1956), yet the decal ‘Krupp Ardelt’ on the cab dates it to version 3 (1958). May be, it has once had parts exchanged, or it was made up of old and new batch parts in the factory.
The original flaking paint has been preserved with layers of clear matt varnish, giving it a rather weathered appearance. The hook is a modern version, as it ought to have a ball hook.
The 305/2 bolster wagon is the earliest version with the stump axles, dating it to between 1951 and 1955.
NOTES
- Pulley disc is missing from the jib
- Packaged together in a custom made box
- Age-related patina
MA502 MÄRKLIN 4611.6 + 305/1 RAILWAY CRANE AND WAGON
Refurbished railway crane dating from the 1970s. According to Koll’s Preiskatalog, the crane is version 6 (1969-81), without the cast-on 315/2 on the sides. The 305/2 bolster wagon is the earliest version with the stump axles, dating it to between 1951 and 1955.
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MA503 MÄRKLIN 4611.7 + 4503.4 RAILWAY CRANE AND WAGON
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MA505 MÄRKLIN 324 VERSION 03 KÜHLWAGEN REFRIGERATOR VAN DIE CAST
Die-cast body & chassis, ivory colour with “Kühlwagen” stencilled in red. This model was produced 1950-51. With original box.
MA605 MÄRKLIN 2297 K-GLEIS ELECTRIC UNCOUPLER RAIL 90mm
Very good condition with some landscaping residue/paint on the edges. Solenoid tested and working.
NOTES
- age-related patina
- some landscaping residue/paint may be present
- tested and working
MA651 MÄRKLIN H0 3600MWS 5019 PAIR OF ELECTRIC POINTS
Pair of electrically operated points with original box.
2 sets in similar condition available.
NOTES
- Excellent condition
- Seller refurbished item
MA652 MÄRKLIN H0 3600 W PAIR OF MANUAL POINTS
1x pair of manually operated points without original box.
MA801 MÄRKLIN 3027/GN800.2 OR .3 TENDER ca. 1956
According to Kolls Preiskatalog, this version should not exist, as it is not listed there with this type of coupler, which was made only in 1956. The 3027 tender is listed as being current from 1958-61. Bogies have bearing holes for stump axles.
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MA802 MÄRKLIN TENDER BOGIES TO SUIT 3005, 3047, 3048
Includes front & rear bogies for 1960s tenders, wheels with needle point bearings, rear coupler.
To suit 3005, 3047, 3048 locomotives.
OR002 LIMA ITALY: SBB RBe 4/4 ELECTRIC RAIL CAR
Introduced in the 1950s to haul express push-pull trains on Switzerland’s midland main line between Geneva and Romanshorn, these powerful rail cars ended their careers in local and branch line services. This Lima Italy product was for many years the only H0 scale model of this prototype on the market.
NOTES:
- 2-rail DC, analogue
- tested and in working order
- with HAG sprung buffers and Sommerfeldt pantograph
- One coupler was thought missing, but has since been found. It is not shown in the pictures.
OR101 ROCO 45078 SWISS SBB SLEEPING COACH
Swiss SBB CFF FFS sleeping coach in maroon Trans Euro Night livery. These coaches were constructed to RIC standards for use in international trains. Highly detailed model down to the neatly made beds in each cabin!
Near new condition. This item has been in storage or in a display case since new.
NOTES
- 2-rail DC analogue
- NEM coupler pockets fitted with Roco close couplers
- Original box
- built-in 8-wheel frictionless pickups for interior lighting (lighting set not included)
- Exact 1:87 (may not negotiate tight curves)
OR201 AKU 1058 SBB REFRIGERATOR VAN ‘EICHHOf BIER’
AKU Swiss Made H0 1:87 model of Swiss private owner refrigerated van of the ‘Eichhof’ brewery, Lucerne.
NOTES:
- Excellent condition
- 2-rail DC wheels
- Original Box
OR901 H0m 12mm NARROW GAUGE BUFFER STOPS
Two plastic buffer stops mounted on 12mm gauge Peco track. Suitable for Bemo RhB/FO/BVZ etc layouts.
OR902 EMPTY BOX: RUCO 1001 GOODS WAGON
Empty box
Notes
- Clear plastic
- Made in Switzerland
OR903 EMPTY BOX: LILIPUT AUSTRIA
Empty box
Notes
- Clear plastic
- Made in Austria
OR904 EMPTY BOX ELECTROTREN FOR 1501 PASSENGER COACH
Empty box
Notes
- Clear plastic
- Includes paper liner and white plastic insert
- Made in Spain
DM101 MINI CARGO MÄRKLIN H0 367
Hand made load to suit Märklin H0 367 ‘Talbot’ hopper wagons. Light weight and designed to fit inside without the need for glue.
(Wagon not included)
DM102 MINI CARGO MÄRKLIN H0 4575
Hand made coal load to suit Märklin H0 4575 US-gondolas. Light weight and designed to fit inside without the need for glue.
(Wagon not included)
DM103 MINI CARGO MÄRKLIN H0 F800 & G800
Hand made load to suit Märklin H0 F800 and G800 tenders. Made to fit in the coal bunker without the need for glue.
(Tender not included)
DM201 MINI CARGO HORNBY DUBLO MINERAL WAGON COAL
Hand made coal load to suit Hornby Dublo 00 die-cast mineral wagons. Light weight and designed to fit inside without the need for glue.
(Wagon not included)
DM202 MINI CARGO HORNBY DUBLO BRICK WAGON
Hand made load to suit Hornby Dublo 00 brick wagons. Light weight and designed to fit inside without the need for glue.
(Wagon not included)
DM203 MINI CARGO HORNBY DUBLO N2 LOCOMOTIVE
Hand made coal bunker insert to suit Hornby Dublo 00 N2 tank engines. Light weight and designed to fit inside without the need for glue.
(Locomotive not included)
DM301 MINI CARGO HORNBY GAUGE 0 LUMBER PLANKS
Hand made load to suit Hornby Gauge 0 4-wheel bolster wagons. Designed to be secured with chains.
(Wagon not included)
DM302 MINI CARGO HORNBY GAUGE 0 COAL SACKS
Hand made load to suit Hornby Gauge 0 4-wheel open wagons. Includes 7 individual sacks and a cardboard spacer to fit inside the wagon.
(Wagon not included)
DD001 DIORAMA VAU-PE GOODS DEPOT
This item has been fully assembled, painted and weathered. Ready for you to install on your layout.
H0 scale 1:87
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DD002 DIORAMA POLA LOCOMOTIVE WORKSHOP SHED
This item has been fully assembled, painted and weathered. Fine details on roof, coal bunker with realistic coal. Doors open and shut manually. Ready for you to install on your layout.
DD003 DIORAMA FALLER WATER TOWER
This item has been fully assembled, painted and weathered. Ready for you to install on your layout.
Ho scale 1:87
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DD004 DIORAMA FALLER COALING STAGE
This item has been fully restored, painted and weathered. The crane is supplied loose so that it can be rotated or even motorised. A true gem, ready for you to install on your layout.
H0 scale 1:87
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DD005 DIORAMA KIBRI ALPINE CHURCH ‘SERTIG’
This item has been fully restored, painted and weathered. New bell turret and door created from scrap parts. Ready for you to install on your layout.
H0 scale 1:87
NOTES
DD006 DIORAMA KIBRI TINY ALPINE CHAPEL
This item has been fully restored, painted and weathered. New bell turret and door created from scrap parts. Ready for you to install on your layout.
H0 scale 1:87
NOTES
DD007 DIORAMA KIBRI CHURCH ‘WASSEN’ N 1:160
Fully assembled, painted and weathered model of the famous church at Wassen.
Its prototype is located on a knoll near the old St. Gotthard line in Switzerland. Due to the track formation and its spiral tunnels, this church can be seen from the train on three different occasions.
The scale is 1:160, which is suitable for N gauge trains. It could just as easily sit in the background of a H0 scale landscape, to give a forced perspective.
NOTES
- Top of tower is not attached
- Aperture grilles on one side of the tower are missing
SC001 KIBRI ‘OBERRIED’ SWISS CHALET RAILWAY STATION
Assembled, some parts missing (about 95% complete).
H0 scale 1:87
NOTES
- age-related patina
- various parts broken or missing
- some paint/scenic material may be present
- for restoration or kit bashing
SC101 FIR TREES/PINE TREES (20 PIECES)
Dark green foliage with highlights 6-7cm tall
Likely to have been made by either Kibri or Faller in Germany, these trees were salvaged from a layout and have been in storage for 25 years! Perfect for decorating your Märklin, Roco or Fleischmann layout.
NOTES
- Age-related patina
- Some paint/scenic material may be present
SC103 FIR TREES/PINE TREES (7 PIECES)
Light green foliage 10-15cm tall.
Likely to have been made by either Kibri or Faller in Germany, these trees were salvaged from a layout and have been in storage for 25 years! Perfect for decorating your Märklin, Roco or Fleischmann layout.
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SC104 FRUIT TREES (6 PIECES)
Dark green foliage with red fruit 8cm tall
Likely to have been made by either Kibri or Faller in Germany, these trees were salvaged from a layout and have been in storage for 25 years! Perfect for decorating your Märklin, Roco or Fleischmann layout.
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PP001 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: LOCOMOTIVE & TENDER
Set of paper model kits of Locomotive ‘Limmat’ and matching tender produced by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for new, uncut kits 311 (locomotive) and 312 (tender).
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
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- 3 + 2 folded pages 245x 345mm each
- Instruction sheets A4
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
- Tender 1st edition 1984
- Locomotive 2nd edition 2003
PP002 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 1st CLASS COACH A1
Paper model kit of First Class Passenger Coach A1 produced by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut copy of kit 313.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- 3 folded pages 245x 345mm each
- Instruction sheet A4
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
- 1st edition 1984
DP001 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 2nd CLASS COACH B22
Paper model kit of Second Class Passenger Coach B22 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP002 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 3rd CLASS COACH C33
Paper model kit of Third Class Passenger Coach C33 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP003 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 3rd CLASS COACH C41
Paper model kit of Third Class Passenger Coach C41 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP004 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 3rd CLASS COACH C42
Paper model kit of Third Class Passenger Coach C42 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP005 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: 3rd CLASS COACH C66
Paper model kit of Third Class Passenger Coach C66 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP006 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: LUGGAGE VAN F94
Paper model kit of Luggage Van F94 produced by dolfmeister. Designed to match the kits published by the ‘Pädagogischer Verlag des Lehrervereins Zürich’ (teachers’ union). Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29. This listing is for one new, uncut kit.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Printed in full colour on 5 pages A4
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
DP007 SPANISCH BRÖTLI BAHN: COMPLETE SET
Set of paper model kits of the complete ‘Spaisch Brötli Bahn 1847’. Includes locomotive ‘Limmat’ and tender, first class coach A1, second class coach B22, third class coaches C33 and C66, third class open coaches C41 and C42 as well as Luggage Van F94.
Drawn to a scale of approximately 1:29.
More about the train and its history here: Spanish Brötli Bahn 1847
NOTES
- Instructions included
- Brand new paper model kit
- Requires assembly
LE016 EARLY LEGO FIGURES
Selection of early LEGO figures, includes torsos, heads, arms, hands hair and hats. 8 complete + 3 with a few parts missing.
In used condition. Some marks/scratches/other damage may be present.
Grey base plate is for display only, it is not included in the sale.
LE012 LEGO VINTAGE YELLOW MOULDED PARTS EXCAVATOR BULLDOZER SHOVEL
Selection of vintage LEGO moulded parts for construction vehicles.
In used condition. Some marks/scratches/other damage may be present.
Grey base plate is for display only, it is not included in the sale.
LE007 LEGO BATTERY BOXES
One complete vintage LEGO Technic battery box in very good condition + one vey old blue battery box base with no lid
LE006 LEGO WINDSCREENS AND TRANSPARENT BRICKS
Selection of vintage LEGO windscreens and coloured transparent bricks. Most in clean, used condition. Some marks/clouding or minor cracks present.
Grey base plate is for display only, not included in sale.
LE004 LEGO CITY STREET BASE PLATES 32 x 32 DARK GREY
Set of three vintage LEGO base plates with streets and intersections. Dark grey, white printed details. Each 32 x 32 studs, Good, clean condition for age. Some discolouration and minor marks.
Includes:
2x 90 degree curve
1x 4-way intersection
BP101 ROCO 1996-97 CATALOGUE (GERMAN LANGUAGE)
Complete 1996-97 product range catalogue, very good condition. Dealer’s stamp ‘Franz Carl Weber St. Gallen’ on the back cover.
BP001 CUNARD QE2 1985 WORLD CRUISE PHOTO ALBUM
Red flocked and padded covers with gold logo. Contains pages for recording special moments as well as for photos. Fold-out page showing world map and a list with ports of call. Separate items include photo order form and strips of double sided tape.
Dimensions 32cm x 32cm (approx.) 15 pages total
VT001 1950s JOUETS FRANZ CARL WEBER WOODEN CHALET MUSIC BOX
Delightful wooden music box in the shape pf a chalet. It plays the popular “Geschichten aus dem Wiener Wald” melody.
The item has been repaired and is now in full working order. The mechanism is Swiss made and has a strong spring. Original paper labels remain attached to the base. It was originally sold at Jouets Franz Carl Weber, a once-great toy store empire in Switzerland.
Hear it play:
TERMS OF SALE
General Terms
- All items offered for sale on this website are part of a private collection and surplus thereto.
- All items are described in detail using the best available information.
- Photographs form part of the description and are of the actual items offered for sale.
- All items sold as described.
- All items are second hand seller refurbished, unless stated otherwise.
- Original packaging is included if so indicated in the description.
- All sales are final – no returns will be accepted.
Shipping Rates
- All items are shipped using the most economical service provided by Australia Post.
- Shipping rates are calculated by weight and volume.
- Item prices DO NOT include shipping cost.
- Multiple items ordered at the same time and sent to the same address will be combined in one consignment and the shipping rate calculated on the total weight/volume.
- Proof of postage will be obtained at the time of dispatch.
- Insurance against loss or damage in transit may be purchased separately.
- Uninsured items lost or damaged during transit are not our responsibility.
Within Australia
- Collect in person: free of charge
- Flat rate for small items >500g AU$9.50
- Flat rate for medium items >3kg AU$14.50
- Flat rate for large items >5kg AU$19.50
- Calculated postage for oversized items <20kg on application
Outside Australia
- Economy Air + signature on delivery for small items <2kg
- Standard Air including tracking for items <20kg
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THINGS I USED TO HAVE…
Swiss Steam Locomotives H0 1:87
Swiss Electric Locomotives H0 1:87
Dining Cars H0 1:87
Goods Rolling Stock H0 1:87
3-Railed Locomotives
I had intended to sell these models I bought new in 1993. I was 19 then and spent a gap year in Switzerland. Instead, I decided to convert them from 2-rail DC to 3-rail AC, so they could run on my Märklin layout. Original parts were obtained to replace the permanent magnets with field coils. The reversing relays came from the spare parts box. Even though the wheels retain their small flanges, they run very well on the old Märklin track.
HAG Swiss Made SBB Re 6/6 No. 11672 ‘BALERNA’ in red livery. Die-cast body and bogies. Very powerful motor. 2 powered axles.
HAG Swiss Made SBB Re 4/4 I Serie 1 No. 10022 electric locomotive in green livery. Die-cast body and bogies. Very powerful motor. 2 powered axles.
Dampfschiff ‘RIGI’ Paper Model Kit
Original, uncut paper model kit published by the Swiss Transport Museum (Verkehrshaus der Schweiz), Lucerne, in the 1980s. I had two copies of this, one I am keeping and the other I gave away to a friend.
A free download of this kit for you to print yourself is available here.
