I have received an email requesting I address an issue with our business that we started this year, of selling refurbished O gauge track switches etc.
This whole thing started because in building my own layout I was not able to find consistently good quality used O gauge tinplate track. Over last spring and summer I put myself on a mission of acquiring inventory and perfecting methods of cleaning, repairing and polishing our products. We were successful in acquiring well over 5000 pieces of track, hundreds of switches, and curves of every conceivable radius. I never dreamed that our inventories would be diminished to the level that we cannot guarantee filling orders. Well guess what, that is exactly what happened. Our primary shop is in Arizona and pickings for inventory out here are pretty slim. I am now in need of large quantities of track (especially straights, O42 curves believe it or not and switches). All of course O gauge. We will of pay what we are able, and cover all transport costs. It has been a pleasure serving the O gauge community, and I will redouble my efforts to insure we can once again be able to provide good quality reasonably priced refurbished track, switches and other accessories as soon as possible. Worst is we may have to totally shut down till next fall. Maybe a blessing in disguise, these 12 hour days are pretty tough on this old man. All of you guys have been absolutely fantastic, and have been a true inspiration to me. I wish you all a very healthy and prosperous new year. And remember! YOU DON'T GROW OLD FROM PLAYING WITH TRAINS, YOU GROW OLD WHEN YOU STOP PLAYING WITH TRAINS! KEEP THOSE WHEELS A-TURNIN!...............tinman@tinman3rail.com
