HO Brass Model Train from Tenshodo Hand Made in Japan

Union Pacific 4-8-8-4 Big Boy Steam Locomotive & Tender

This is a very rare and unusual find. 

• This model is likely from the 1957 Run, however it may be from the 1955 or 1956 run as well.
• The previous owner/dealer felt it was from the first 1955 run and valued it at $4995.00
• We priced it down a bit, but it certainly is an extremely rare model, and an important model in history as one of the first brass big boys built!
  
•  Amazing early craftsmanship.
•  We do believe that the paint is original, not sure about the lettering...  It may be Original but they are decals.
• The model Runs Well, a bit noisy (only the rear set of drivers is powered).
  
• It has a headlight, it does not work.  We left it original rather than replacing it.
  
• There are a few paint chips.
• It appears some light weathering was done at some point.
  
• The builder plate is located in the cab on this model.  There is also a #3 stamped on the rear of the cab.
• There is no original box.  The model comes in a reboxx.