Hi there I just extricated this set from the top of the wardrobe, where it’s lain for around 25 years unused. I wanted to test it, and surprisingly the engine still powers round the track, although a tad noisily.
1) I’m aware the Duchess of Montrose was widely sold over a considerable number of years. I’ve attached a pic of my set, what’s the general consensus of the year this particular set was sold? (I acquired it 2nd hand around 1990)
2) I’ve got a few other bits and pieces track and rolling stock, and I’ve attached a pic of the 2 variations of track end which I have. What year did Hornby Dublo change over from the rounded end conductor to the larger squared-off conductor?
3) Finally when did Hornby cease using lead paint on their train sets? We have our young grandson visiting on occasions, and wondering whether it’s wise to have him playing with the old Duchess of Montrose?
Many thanks, in anticipation.
1) I’m aware the Duchess of Montrose was widely sold over a considerable number of years. I’ve attached a pic of my set, what’s the general consensus of the year this particular set was sold? (I acquired it 2nd hand around 1990)
2) I’ve got a few other bits and pieces track and rolling stock, and I’ve attached a pic of the 2 variations of track end which I have. What year did Hornby Dublo change over from the rounded end conductor to the larger squared-off conductor?
3) Finally when did Hornby cease using lead paint on their train sets? We have our young grandson visiting on occasions, and wondering whether it’s wise to have him playing with the old Duchess of Montrose?
Many thanks, in anticipation.