Lionel rubber stamped vs heat stamped

UrbieOGR Forum Member

Good Day, Is there a way to determine if the lettering on Lionel steam locomotives is either heat stamped or rubber stamped? To the casual eye, I find distinguishing between the two very difficult. Curious to know if there is a way to make an accurate determination. Thank you.

11/8/2210:02 PM

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Chuck SartorOGR Forum Member

Run your fingernail across the lettering. If you can feel the bumps and ridges from the heat stamping, there is your answer. Rubber stamping you will not feel anything.

11/8/2210:51 PM

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UrbieOGR Forum Member

Thanks! Appreciate the quick reply. Sounds like a relatively easy way to tell the difference.

11/9/227:43 AM

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