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Walthers and Kato N Scale Trains Through Time

Some like model trains big, some like them small, and some like them very small.
Many people choose an N scale train setup, because you end up with a different type of layout.
The biggest and most notable feature however is that N scale is extremely small.
Though this may not be popular with children, collectors will find it to be comforting because they will be able to build some amazing scenes.
When one is using N scale, he or she will be able to build just about anything.
The possibilities are endless from gaping rural landscapes, to a dense urban environment.
If you create the scale just right, you can even make it appear as if the landscape goes off far into the distance.
There are several companies that make the N scale trains, the most popular of which are Kato and Walthers N scale.
These are companies that have been around for quite some time and know well what they are doing.
Nonetheless it is important to know the history of such places, so let's talk a bit about where they came from.
Walthers N Scale It was the year 1932 when the great depression was just beginning.
In spite of this, Bill Walthers started the Walthers model train company in Milwaukee with its O scale trains.
It made a decent amount of money in its first year, even if it wasn't a huge amount of money by our standards.
Of course if one thought the great depression was bad for business, then they would cry over what came next.
World War II saw the rationing of materials all over the country, meaning that the company itself had entered yet another depression.
But through the years the Walthers company has proven again and again that it can come back from a hard time, and still offer the quality merchandise.
Today the company is managed by the founder's grandson, and they offer many reference books along with N scale trains.
The Walthers N scale trains are some of the best in the country, and worthy of any collector having on their shelf, or on their track.
A company that has survived through so many trials certainly deserves a chance, that's for sure.
Kato USA The Kato company does not have quite as colorful of a history as Walthers, but the Kato N Scale trains are nonetheless worth having.
They built their empire in the year 1986 with their GP38-2 Locomotive.
The company also created what is known as UNITRACK.
This is a track that is combined with the roadbed, making it much easier for people to lay their track.
The Kato company has been going strongly ever since it was founded, and shows no signs of stopping any time soon.
These are two model train companies that meet the competition head on.
Kato N scale trains or Walthers are a great choice for any collector, so if you enjoy detail and fun, you should definitely take a look.
Just remember to wear your conductor's or engineer's hat!
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