This is a 1971 run model imported by Westside Model Co. and built by Katsumi in Japan. The box has minimal shelf wear. The lower and middle foam has been replaced with bubble wrap. The owner has custom - painted it black, with good workmanship but some decal film showing. There are a few nicks and chips here and there. It's a solid Japanese model, showing the typical craftsmanship of Katsumi - built models from that period. Brand: Brass Westside Model Co. Part Number: 024. Condition: C - 6 Very Good. Wheel Wear: Moderate, with some plating worn through. Noise: 3 out of 10, minimal motor/gearbox noise. It runs well. The motor is an Open Frame Motor (OFM). It has basic backhead detail. It's custom painted and lightly weathered, with good owner - custom paint work that shows some wear. Control is Analog – DC Only. It has an operating headlight. The tender has a Kadee coupler and the pilot has a cast coupler. It comes in the original box only, and will be carefully packed for shipping. Free Domestic USA Shipping for all purchases over $199! Flat shipping rates are assigned based on item(s) value or weight. All items are fully insured and shipments valued over $250 will require a signature for delivery. We're happy to ship anywhere in the world that can receive items from the USA. International rates are calculated based on the lowest/slowest options to keep it reasonable. The buyer is responsible for all imports, duties, and tariffs that may apply. Rates are calculated at checkout. Transit times may vary. We use bullet - proof packing. With over 10 years of experience, we know these hard - to - find, long - out - of - production, and fragile models, especially brass ones, need proper packing. We truly care about your purchase, and it shows in our packing. And we never charge a handling fee! We accept most major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other common forms of payment. We DO NOT accept personal checks or cash payments by mail. Bank checks (Cashier's Checks) and Money Orders may be accepted with prior approval. All prices are in US Dollars (USD). We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're not happy with your purchase, let us know, and we'll give you a 30 - day, no - questions - asked, money - back policy. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs, unless the item arrives damaged.

Using this model train is quite straightforward. Just connect it to an analog DC power source, and it'll start running. The operating headlight will light up right away. When handling the train, be gentle to avoid causing new nicks or chips. The wheels have moderate wear, so try not to put too much stress on them. For maintenance, keep it in a dry place to prevent rust. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small tool to tighten them carefully. When it comes to shipping, don't worry as we'll pack it really well. If you're not satisfied with the purchase, you have 30 days to return it and get your money back, but you'll need to pay for the return shipping unless the item arrives damaged. Enjoy your model train!