| Model train sets are found in all sizes and shapes | | | | sounds associated with that time, and the general |
| and it's probably correct to assume that the | | | | atmosphere of the entire period. If for example |
| number of different train sets equals the actual | | | | the collector decides to create a set stylized after |
| different types of real trains. These model sets | | | | that of the 19th Century, then it is important that |
| range from passenger trains to freight trains and | | | | he or she design the set to be consistent in all |
| from the most typical steam engines of the past | | | | areas with that period of time. |
| to those that replicate the most recent engines | | | | One of the most important constituents to be |
| including the futuristic fancy mono trains. Many | | | | considered is the sound, which is undoubtedly one |
| train sets also include the buildings and scenery | | | | of the major components of a model train set |
| needed to begin a fundamental layout plus the | | | | design. How would a 19th Century train whistle |
| basics which consist of the engine, cars, tracks, | | | | sound, or a barking dog, a car's motor and horn, |
| and transformers. These model layouts also | | | | or any of the other myriad sounds associated |
| reflect the collector's knowledge, imagination and | | | | with that century? Anything related to the |
| skills. | | | | designated time period will be thoughtfully |
| For the serious model train enthusiast, given the | | | | considered by the serious model train collector. |
| initial layout costs, collecting model trains can | | | | Although not many collectors realize it, when |
| become a very expensive hobby; however if | | | | setting up and working on model trains some |
| collecting model trains is just a fun thing then | | | | caution should be exercised to prevent burns, |
| there are less expensive alternatives from which | | | | cuts and other possible injuries. Those who set up |
| to choose. | | | | model trains work with blades, possibly toxic |
| Collecting these train sets is also a multifaceted | | | | paints and electricity so it is important to use |
| hobby with many approaches to factor in as the | | | | common sense and avoid cuts, toxicity, and |
| collector considers how to bring the idea to | | | | burns. Keep the working area clean, organize the |
| completion. One area to be considered would be | | | | tools and to prevent air borne particles from |
| the possibility of working within a period of time | | | | getting in someone's eyes use safety goggles |
| which could include the type train involved, the | | | | when working on the train set. |