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		<title>The First Model Train That&#8217;s Just Right For You</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:50:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Scarborough</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Selecting the right model train can be a difficult task for the newcomer to the model-railroading hobby. There are many trains to choose from, and many sizes. In this article, we will discuss a few things you should consider before you go out and make your purchase. I know firsthand how that very first trip to the model train store can feel. After reading this article, you will have a better understanding of what to look for.]]></description>
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		<title>Airfix Model Railways For A Excellent New Pastime</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 23:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Gray</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My hubby retired last year and found himself with a lot extra time on his hands. He gets on my nerves a little bit being in the house all day, so I pleaded with him to find himself a leisure activity. While he enjoyed DIY and gardening, it did not seem to energise him any more. They just wouldn't do as a pastime.]]></description>
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		<title>Why Train Sets Remain Such A Popular Gift Choice</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 18:19:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Hamish Hayward</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A train set has long been a popular gift for young children - boys especially, but many girls will also appreciate this type of gift. It is also a toy that appeals to a wide age range - many people will carry their passion for model railways into adulthood.]]></description>
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		<title>Trains O Scale Model Trains &#8211; Discover What It Can Do For You</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:00:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Numerous newbie model railroader will choose that, instead of HO, they choose to build their railroad empire using O scale model trains. While the bigger trains may seem easier to work with and just plain more fun they can also be a source of bummer to the innocent. Here are some common false step made with O scale trains.]]></description>
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		<title>Model Train Railroads Cost, Alternative, Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:30:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Clint Spille</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are so many different model railway trains that it can mystify you. There are model railways that are as large as half or quarter size of the real train represented. There are models that go all the way down to 1/220th the scale of the actual train represented.]]></description>
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		<title>Your Ultimate Handbook to Toy Model Trains</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:43:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Clint Spille</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you been feeling a bit bored lately? Perhaps you would be interested in finding a new hobby that you can enjoy in your spare time? If so, then I would highly recommend that you look into building toy model trains. This is true for a variety of reasons.]]></description>
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		<title>Model Train Scale Information: A Beginners Guidebook</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:44:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Clint Spille</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The scale of a model railway is a designation of its size in comparison to an actual train. This can cause uncertainty among novice model railway hobbyists, and they can often mistake scale for gauge.]]></description>
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		<title>Model Train Layouts &#8211; A Quick Outline</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:19:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Clint Spille</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Considering the amount of space you possess for a model railway layout, as well as your dollar range, is integral. There are varying scales of model railways available, so you can find the perfect one for your chosen space.]]></description>
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		<title>Model Trains: A Guide For Beginners</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:27:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Clint Spille</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is a general overview of what the model train hobby is and what it entails. In a effort not to discourage new beginners to this ever expanding pastime, this article will not be too technical yet designed to catch your interest.]]></description>
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		<title>How to Build Model Train Displays</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:51:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon Matthews</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you've never built a model train display before, it's natural to worry a little bit about messing things up and making some sort of catastrophic mistake. However, if you follow the instructions, it's really almost impossible to go wrong with your model train layout.]]></description>
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