Hugh, the proprietor of the Ottawa, Canada-based, Christmas Train Store (an Authorized Lionel Dealer) has been an avid collector and enthusiast of model trains since the 1950s. Our pricing is in CANADIAN dollars. Please take that into account if you are comparing products from other websites that may be based in the USA and displaying US dollars. If you do the math you will find that our pricing is competitive. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss.We are located in Ottawa, Canada but can and do ship to train fans worldwide. Contact us if you have any questions. Hugh is active in the local Ottawa area train clubs and has been producing local Train Shows and Toy Fairs for over 20 years. Hugh's knowledge and enthusiasm for Lionel and other large gauge model trains is a great bonus for his customers. Currently serving the Canadian and U.S. markets, the Christmas Train Store is the one-stop source for all your large "O" gauge model train needs. We sell more than trains! Check out our accessories! Come by or call the store for more info. more... See more text