Edited 8th January 2009
We sell the complete range of products from
Roundhouse Engineering, Wagon & Carriage Works, Locomotion I LightLines Alan Keef Ltd.
amd books from
Plate Press, Atlantic Publishers and others
After thirty years in the same location, we have moved! The new address for DOUBLEHEADER is:
1428 West Pine Avenue Midland, Texas 79705
432.686.8883 (voice and fax)
info@ukrailwaybooks.com
New ... we stock railway books!
After collecting railway books since I was a teen-ager, and from the suggestion of two friends, we are now stocking railway books. We carry all of the Plateway Press books and some Atlantic Publishers' titles. Our first featured book is exceptional!
We are featuring Marc Horovitz' new book A Passion for Steam. This hardbound book is full of photographs and drawing explaining each part of a small scale live steam locomotive and showcasing many historical and classic 16mm and Gauge One locomotives from Marc's own collection. A highly recommended book!
Our first shipment is sold out, but our second shipment is due now 12th January. $62.95 plus p&p.
Other Railway Books.....
New from Platway Press in mid-November is the reprint of The Origins of the Garratt Locomotive by Richard L. Hills. This softbound book traces the history of the development of the Garratt locomotive with many historic pictures. An ideal book for the railfan and the modeller alike. $19.95 plus p&p.
We also are featuring a delightful little book Our Model Railway and All About It. The title may be a bit misleading since this book is not about model railways at all, but covers the building and workings of the industrial railway serving the brewer, Bass, Ratcliff & Gretton. Originally published in 1926, it was republished by The Bass Museum in 1977. This is a little book, well read in a quiet evening (with perhaps a Bass ale), having a dozen or so photographs and a map of the complex. Looking for the basis of an industrial model railway, this book will give you plenty of food for thought. $8.95 plus p&p. Please note that supplies are limited.
Three books which tell the story of the railways of
World War I from Plateway Press. These softbound books are full of pictures and
descriptive text. With more and more models becoming available for War Department
locomotives and rolling stock, these books are full of useful material for the modeller.
Roundhouse.. A Battery Locomotive
We've always been a fan of battery-powered diesel-outline locomotives in SM32, and this first offering from Roundhouse is a dandy!
CRICCIETH CASTLE is an 0-6-0 outside framed chassis with high quality Buhler motor and precision made steel and bronze gear set. It is fitted with full radio control for both speed and direction (and sound if fitted). Power is supplied by rechargeable NiMh batteries (8 on loco) for excellent running time, complete with fast charger for in-situ charging. Other features include directional head lights and colour side lights, gauge adjustable between 32mm and 45mm gauge, insulated wheels for operation on railways utilizing track power, and fully glazed windows and removable roof to access detailed interior. CRICCIETH CASTLE is available with optional sound system featuring realistic engine start up and running plus air brakes and horn all operable from R/C handset.
And to Celebrate Rounhouse's 25th Anniversary
This is the 25th Anniversary of Roundhouse. To
mark this occasion, here is the ‘Silver Lady’, a deluxe version of the venerable
Lady Anne locomotive which has been in production since Roundhouse'sfirst year.
This new design includes a host of features and extra detailing including sprung chassis,
water top up system, simulated cylinder drain cocks and much more. Check out the extra
rivet detail, twin slide bar cylinders with dummy combination levers, glazed spectacles,
copper capped chimney, ornate polished brass steam dome, opening smoke box door and a
whole host of other detailing items.
The model is fitted with special commemorative etched nickel silver works plates and a
pair of matching SILVER LADY name plates are supplied loose in case you prefer to name her
yourself.
Class 37 in Gauge One from Wagon and Carriage Works
Available in kit form or R-T-R ( as shown above)
We are the exclusive distributor of Wagon & Carriage Works Gauge One locomotives, rolling stock, buildings and parts in North America. We keep many of the more popular items in stock ready for immediate shipment to you from Dallas. Those items that we must obtain from England only take a few additional days in transit.
Wagon & Carriage Works products are listed in our on-line catalogue. If you have questions about any of them, call, write or e-mail us. We will do our best to get you a prompt response.
The retail price is the kit without wheels, gears or motor. The "Extras" price includes the kit itself plus wheels, motors, gears, et cetera. The ready-to-run price is self-explanatory. Prices do NOT include packing and shipping.
Press here for the WAGON & CARRIAGE WORKS' ON-LINE CATALOGUE
Attention: North Texas Model Railroaders. British Railways of Texas has just been formed as a support group for all modelling British. N scale, OO, 7mm, SM32 or Gauge One, the group is here to support each other and to share information and ideas no matter the scale or gauge. Come join us (no dues!) the second Tuesday of the Month, 7:30 pm at The Londoner, off Midway Road, one block south of Belt Line in Addison.
We now have a great range of 16mm buildings .... from Modeltown.
This is Modeltown's Engine Shed, not quite completed on our old personal railway. I still need to add the doors and final touch-up on the painting to this resin building. Am I pleased? You bet! Approximately $150.00 plus shipping from England direct to you. The Modeltown range includes houses, signal box, stations and a water tank. More pictures will be available soon.
Click below to see ......
Wagon and Carriage Works On-Line Catalogue
32mm Locomotives and Rolling Stock Products
Roundhouse Engineering On-Line Catalogue
Used Books, Video, Rolling Stock, Locomotives, et cetera
A few railway pictures, including Diamondhead 2003 and 2004, Wales ....and even
We can now accept credit cards and payments through PayPal!
Contact us at.. sales@ukrailwaybooks.com 432.686.8883 (office and fax) or 214.769.1966 (cell)
I am a proud member of Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers and the Moseley Railway Trust. I am also a part of the 16mm Garden Railway Web Ring.
