1942 Marx, Montgomery Ward Switch Train Set in Original Box
This is the single largest all-metal Marx electric train set I've seen. It was exclusively available only through Montgomery Ward and was one of the last pre-war boxed sets. Excluding track and car accessories (i.e., lumber, barrels, trench bags) the total number of pieces are 21. It's barely been used with most of the cars grading near mint. It comes complete with original box, inserts and paperwork. The set includes the following pieces with original catalog numbers. Cars all have 8-metal wheels and are 6" long. The cars and transformer were manufactured before 1942. Only the locomotive was made in 1942. Trucks (frames) are black metal. All cars except the Tender were fitted with automatic couplers. The condition grade is noted for each piece. There is no rust, dents, or dings on any of them. Huge box with blue text. Stamped M15000MR. With 4 inserts and 1 parts bag. Size: 18½" x 14" x 7". Original 4pg. (double sided) green instruction sheet (Form IS-38). Track originally included 12 curves and 4 straights (plus wiring connectors). I've separately added the majority of track sections. All are wire bundled. Total Curves 31 . Total Straights 42. Approximately 72 feet length. Sold: Jan. 2012
Price Sold: $ 1125