04-13-200204-13-2002
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBolton MA
2133
April 13, 2002 10:00 AMCalender
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Engineered 2-Inch Gauge Model Locomotive

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$764$650
Auction: Sale #2133 - 2133Location: BoltonDate / Time: April 13, 2002 10:00AM

Description:

Engineered 2-Inch Gauge Model Locomotive, England, c. 1930, of the Great Western Railway locomotive and tender Saint Martin No. 2925, finished in green livery, with electric motor, fluted connecting rods, buffers, detailed cab interior, tool boxes and tank hatch, (repainted),lg. 23 1/2 in., on display track.

Note: The Saint Class of locomotives were designed by George Jackson Churchward in the early 20th century and were highly influential in latter British locomotives. In 1924, Churchward's successor Charles Colett rebuilt the Saint Martin with a more enclosed cab and smaller driving wheels. This became the prototype for the famous Hall Class locomotive of 1928-50.
Estimate $300-500

Keywords

George Jackson Churchward, United Kingdom, Charles Colett