Purkeys Toy Trains Blog

Survey on miniature plants for G gauge outdoor railroads

Wiley Purkey — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:49:01 GMT

We are currently doing a survey on G gauge outdoor railroads and miniature plants
Take our Survey: Outdoor G Gauge Layout & Plants Please participate.

O and Standard Gauge Tinplate Trains

Wiley Purkey — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 22:21:44 GMT

I have finally begun to build my standard gauge layout after being in our new home for 3 years. Like everything I do. the plan is monumental, but will get done. The first photo is of of 2 bridges that are supported by concrete piers made of MDF board spray painted with stone spray paint. The second is the turntable area.

Layout Building

Wiley Purkey — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 22:22:35 GMT

Here is the layout we have been working on for the last 2 years. It has finally arrived in its new home in Kentucky. The room is 35 x 55 feet. Read more about this layout...

Cricket Production Status

Wiley Purkey — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:49:48 GMT

After a long Winter, we are starting to ship again. #19 is now finished, with 10 more bodies in various stages of completion. Bob Pope sent us this video of his #9 Cricket pulling lots of cars. Read more about the Cricket...

http://blog.purkeystoytrains.com/2008/03/11/cricket-production-status.aspx