This 1977 Westside Model Co. imported model was built by Katsumi in Japan. The box has minor shelf wear. The foam has been replaced with a hand - cut insert and bubblewrap. It comes with spare parts and a boiler weight. There's some tarnish on the boiler and tender (check the photos). The model has been fully serviced: the drive tube is replaced, the gearbox is cleaned, and it's fully lubricated. It's in top - notch condition for this model! **Details** - **Brand**: Brass Westside Model Co. - **Part Number**: 084A - **Condition**: C - 7 Excellent - **Wheel Wear**: Minimal - **Noise**: 4 of 10 Moderate motor/gearbox noise - **Operation**: Runs well - **Motor**: Open Frame Motor (OFM) - **Backhead Detail**: Yes - Basic - **Decorated**: Unpainted - Minimal tarnish - **Control**: Analog – DC Only - **Lighting**: None - **Couplers/Trucks**: No coupler on tender and cast coupler on pilot - **Packaging**: Original Box Only **Shipping** - Free Domestic USA Shipping for all purchases over $199! Flat shipping rates are based on item value or weight. All items are fully insured, and shipments over $250 need a signature for delivery. - International Rates: We ship worldwide. Rates are calculated using the lowest/slowest options. The buyer pays for imports, duties, and tariffs. Rates are calculated at checkout, and transit times may vary. - Packing: Super - secure! With over 10 years of experience, we pack these hard - to - find, out - of - production, and fragile models carefully. No handling fee! **Payment/Returns** - Payment: We accept major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay. No personal checks or cash by mail. Bank checks and Money Orders may be accepted with prior approval. All prices are in USD. - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: Not happy? Let us know. We offer a 30 - day no - questions - asked money - back policy. Buyer pays return shipping, unless the item arrives damaged.

Using this model is quite straightforward. Since it's an analog DC - only model, you'll need to connect it to a suitable DC power source to get it running. Just turn on the power, and it should start moving smoothly. As it has a moderate motor/gearbox noise, don't be alarmed if you hear a bit of sound while it's operating. When it comes to storage, keep it in the original box. The box provides some protection against dust and minor bumps. And since the boiler and tender have some tarnish, it's normal. If you want to clean it, use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using any harsh chemicals as they might damage the model. For maintenance, every once in a while, check the drive tube and the gearbox. Since it's already been fully serviced, these parts should be in good shape, but a quick inspection can't hurt. If you notice any issues like excessive noise or a change in operation, you might want to have it looked at by a professional. Also, keep the model away from moisture and extreme temperatures to ensure its long - term performance.