In 1976, Key Imports brought in this model built by Samhongsa in Korea. The original box and foam, from a D&RGW K - 59, show only slight shelf wear. The original label has an extra hand - drawn insert; check the photos. It was recently serviced with a full gearbox clean - out. The boiler was re - detailed, and the tender seems mostly scratch - built. This represents a Class 157 locomotive made by the American Locomotive Company of Schenectady, NY in 1923. It's a classic Joe G. Collias model, a well - detailed unique locomotive. Truly one - of - a - kind! Details: - Brand: Brass Balboa - Part Number: N/A - 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 - Moderate tarnish as there's no coating on the bare brass - Control: Analog – DC Only - Lighting: None - Couplers/Trucks: Kadee couplers on tender, cast coupler on locomotive pilot - Packaging: Original box and foam Shipping: - Free Domestic USA Shipping for all purchases over $199! Flat shipping rates are set by 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 based on the lowest/slowest options. Buyers handle all imports, duties, and tariffs. Rates are calculated at checkout, and transit times vary. - Packing: Super - secure packing. With over 10 years of experience, we know these models are rare, out - of - production, and fragile. Check our reviews. No handling fee! Payment/Returns: - Payment: We accept major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay. No personal checks or mailed cash. Bank checks and Money Orders with prior approval. All prices in USD. - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: Not happy? Let us know. 30 - day, no - questions - asked money - back. Buyer pays return shipping unless the item arrives damaged.

Using your HO brass locomotive is easy. Just connect it to an analog DC power source, and it'll start running. When operating, be aware that there's a moderate motor/gearbox noise, but that's normal for this model. Since it has no lighting, it won't light up during use. The Kadee couplers on the tender and the cast coupler on the locomotive pilot make it easy to connect to other train cars. For maintenance, it was recently serviced with a full gearbox clean - out, but over time, you may want to clean the gearbox again. Check the wheels regularly for wear, though currently, the wear is minimal. The bare brass has moderate tarnish as there's no coating, so if you want to keep it looking good, you can use a gentle brass cleaner. When storing, keep it in the original box and foam to protect it from damage. When shipping, remember that domestic US shipping is free for purchases over $199, and international rates are calculated based on the lowest/slowest options. You'll be responsible for any imports, duties, and tariffs. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days for a full refund, but you'll pay for return shipping unless the item arrives damaged.