Steel & Steam: Trains, Ships & Military History

Auction Details

Get ready for an extraordinary auction featuring a curated collection of rare and unique items that celebrate history, craftsmanship, and Americana. This exceptional event will showcase:

Model Locomotives and Steam Engines: Delve into the intricate world of model railroading with an impressive array of model locomotives and steam engines, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Model Ships: Explore a fleet of meticulously crafted model ships, including iconic US naval destroyers and submarines, each piece a testament to maritime history and naval engineering.

Military War-Time Books and Literature: Discover an extensive selection of military literature, offering a glimpse into the past with rare war-time books, manuals, and historical documents.

Americana Memorabilia: Relish in the charm of Americana with an assortment of memorabilia that captures the essence of American history and culture, from vintage signs to nostalgic collectibles.

Antique Cameras: Capture a piece of photographic history with a variety of antique cameras, showcasing the evolution of photography and the artistry of early camera design.

Join us for this remarkable auction event and seize the opportunity to own a piece of history. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a history enthusiast, this auction promises something for everyone.
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Vintage Crescent 1925 Locomotive Train Telephone1Vintage Crescent 1925 Locomotive Train Telephone
Lion and Unicorn
This unique Crescent 1925 locomotive-shaped telephone combines vintage charm and functionality. Modeled after a classic steam engine, the green and wh
Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Bachmann Spectrum 55 Ton Three-Truck Shay Locomotive2Bachmann Spectrum 55 Ton Three-Truck Shay Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
A detailed Bachmann Spectrum 55 Ton Three-Truck Shay Locomotive in G Scale, designed in 1:20.3 scale to replicate the iconic West Side Lumber Co. #4.
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 600.00
Bachmann Spectrum K-27 Steam Locomotive Rio Grande No. 4533Bachmann Spectrum K-27 Steam Locomotive Rio Grande No. 453
Lion and Unicorn
Presenting a highly detailed Bachmann Spectrum K-27 Steam Locomotive, model number 83093, in 1:20.3 large scale. This piece replicates the Rio Grande
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 850.00
Chesapeake & Ohio 1601 Model Steam Locomotive and Tender4Chesapeake & Ohio 1601 Model Steam Locomotive and Tender
Lion and Unicorn
A detailed model of the Chesapeake & Ohio 1601 steam locomotive, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and historical significance. The locomotive ...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 300.00
2pc Chesapeake & Ohio Steam Engine and Tender, No. 273052pc Chesapeake & Ohio Steam Engine and Tender, No. 2730
Lion and Unicorn
A vintage 2-piece Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) steam engine and tender model, featuring the engine marked No. 2730. The detailed locomotive is pa...
Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 250.00
K-Line by Lionel  Hudson Die-Cast Locomotive & Tender6K-Line by Lionel Hudson Die-Cast Locomotive & Tender
Lion and Unicorn
A finely crafted K-Line by Lionel die-cast model of the iconic New York Central (NYC). This detailed O-scale model replicates the legendary Hudson loc
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 225.00
KTM Brass Train, Santa Fe 3437 Steam Locomotive & Tender7KTM Brass Train, Santa Fe 3437 Steam Locomotive & Tender
Lion and Unicorn
This highly detailed brass model of the Santa Fe 3437 steam locomotive and tender is a masterpiece by KTM (Katsumi), a renowned Japanese manufacturer
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 275.00
KTM O Scale Brass Pennsylvania Railroad Locomotive & Tender8KTM O Scale Brass Pennsylvania Railroad Locomotive & Tender
Lion and Unicorn
Vintage KTM O scale Pennsylvania Railroad locomotive and tender model, crafted in heavy brass construction with internal electrical components for mot
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 200.00
KTM Santa Fe 3780 Locomotive Model with Wooden Case9KTM Santa Fe 3780 Locomotive Model with Wooden Case
Lion and Unicorn
This detailed model of the Santa Fe 3780 locomotive and tender is a beautifully crafted piece, capturing the iconic design of this historic train. Fea
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 400.00
LE & FT. WAYNE B-7 Vintage Metal Steam Locomotive Model10LE & FT. WAYNE B-7 Vintage Metal Steam Locomotive Model
Lion and Unicorn
A vintage metal model of the LE & FT W B-7 steam locomotive and coal tender. This collectible features intricate craftsmanship, including detail...
Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 90.00
Lionel Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler Locomotive and Tender11Lionel Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler Locomotive and Tender
Lion and Unicorn
A finely detailed Lionel O-gauge model of the Cass Scenic Railroad Heisler Locomotive and Tender, representing the iconic No. 6 engine. This model, pa
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 425.00
Lionel Chesapeake & Ohio Steam Locomotive & Tender12Lionel Chesapeake & Ohio Steam Locomotive & Tender
Lion and Unicorn
Presenting a meticulously crafted Lionel Chesapeake & Ohio H-7 2-8-8-2 Steam Locomotive and Tender, catalog number 6-38058, from the esteemed Jo...
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 750.00
Lionel NKP Mallet Steam Engine and Tender, Nickel Plate Road13Lionel NKP Mallet Steam Engine and Tender, Nickel Plate Road
Lion and Unicorn
An exceptional Lionel O-Gauge Nickel Plate Road (NKP) 2-6-6-2 "Mallet" steam engine and tender, model number 6-28076. This intricately cra...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
Lionel Santa Fe Locomotive and Tender14Lionel Santa Fe Locomotive and Tender
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a Lionel Santa Fe 2-8-8-2 Locomotive and Tender, model number 6-38030, featuring road number 1795. This finely crafted O-gauge model r
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
Lionel Southern Pacific Daylight Steam Locomotive & Tender15Lionel Southern Pacific Daylight Steam Locomotive & Tender
Lion and Unicorn
This auction features a Lionel model of the Southern Pacific GS-2 Daylight 4-8-4 steam locomotive and tender, road number 4410, produced in 1991. This
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 1,000.00
Lionel Southern Pacific Locomotive and Tender Odyssey System16Lionel Southern Pacific Locomotive and Tender Odyssey System
Lion and Unicorn
A Lionel Southern Pacific AC-9 2-8-8-4 Locomotive and Tender, catalog number 6-38031, from the Odyssey series. This O-gauge locomotive is a highly det
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
MTH Baldwin Pacific Steam Engine - New Jersey Central #83417MTH Baldwin Pacific Steam Engine - New Jersey Central #834
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed MTH Electric Trains 4-6-2 P47 Baldwin Pacific Steam Engine, finished in an authentic New Jersey Central Railroad green livery with t
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 425.00
MTH Electric Train Elk River Coal & Lumber Co.1918MTH Electric Train Elk River Coal & Lumber Co.19
Lion and Unicorn
Meticulously crafted MTH Electric Trains model of the Elk River Coal & Lumber Co. No. 19 steam locomotive. This O-scale model embodies fine craf...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 425.00
MTH Electric Trains 3-Rail Erie Camelback Steam Engine19MTH Electric Trains 3-Rail Erie Camelback Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A meticulously crafted MTH Electric Trains O Gauge 3-Rail 0-8-0 Camelback Steam Engine, bearing the Erie Railroad livery. This highly detailed model r
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 375.00
MTH Electric Trains Empire State Express Steam Engine, NY20MTH Electric Trains Empire State Express Steam Engine, NY
Lion and Unicorn
A stunning O scale model of the New York Central 4-6-4 Empire State Express steam locomotive and tender, produced by MTH Electric Trains. This model,
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 325.00
MTH Electric Trains Erie Triplex Steam Engine21MTH Electric Trains Erie Triplex Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
Offered is a stunning MTH Electric Trains 2-8-8-8-2 Erie Triplex Steam Engine, model #5015, featuring Proto-Sound 2.0. This O-gauge locomotive is a hi
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 700.00
MTH Electric Trains Erie Triplex Steam Engine w/ Proto-Sound22MTH Electric Trains Erie Triplex Steam Engine w/ Proto-Sound
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a highly detailed MTH Electric Trains model of the Erie Triplex Steam Engine, an impressive O-Gauge locomotive. This model is part of
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 650.00
MTH Electric Trains GG-1 Pennsylvania Electric Engine23MTH Electric Trains GG-1 Pennsylvania Electric Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed MTH Electric Trains GG-1 Electric Engine, model number 20-5521-1, featuring the iconic Pennsylvania Railroad #4899 livery. This intr
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 225.00
MTH Electric Trains Milwaukee Road Electric Locomotive24MTH Electric Trains Milwaukee Road Electric Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a highly detailed MTH Electric Trains model of the Milwaukee Road E-2 Bi-Polar Electric Locomotive, a stunning reproduction of the ico
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 250.00
MTH Electric Trains New York Central Berkshire Steam Engine25MTH Electric Trains New York Central Berkshire Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a highly detailed MTH Electric Trains New York Central 2-8-4 Berkshire A2 Steam Engine, item number 20-3128-1, complete with Proto-Sou
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 350.00
MTH Electric Trains New York Central Berkshire Steam Engine26MTH Electric Trains New York Central Berkshire Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a highly detailed MTH Electric Trains New York Central 2-8-4 Berkshire A2 Steam Engine, item number 20-3128-1, complete with Proto-Sou
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 375.00
MTH Great Northern Box Cab Electric Locomotive27MTH Great Northern Box Cab Electric Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
This is an MTH Electric Trains model of the Great Northern Y-1 Box Cab Electric Locomotive, #5015, designed for O Gauge 3-Rail systems. The locomotive
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 250.00
MTH Great Northern S Steam Locomotive28MTH Great Northern S Steam Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a meticulously crafted MTH Electric Trains Great Northern S-2 4-8-4 Steam Locomotive, road number 2587, featuring Proto-Sound 2.0. Thi
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 350.00
MTH Rail King Consolidation Steam Engine Western Maryland29MTH Rail King Consolidation Steam Engine Western Maryland
Lion and Unicorn
This is a meticulously crafted MTH Rail King 2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine, representing Western Maryland Railroad's locomotive #830. A h...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 225.00
MTH Rail King F-3 ABA Diesel Engine Set w/Proto-Sound30MTH Rail King F-3 ABA Diesel Engine Set w/Proto-Sound
Lion and Unicorn
The MTH Rail King F-3 ABA Diesel Engine Set, model number 30-2469-1, is a meticulously crafted O Gauge model that exemplifies MTH Electric Trains...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 200.00
MTH RailKing Erie Camelback Steam Engine with Proto-Sound31MTH RailKing Erie Camelback Steam Engine with Proto-Sound
Lion and Unicorn
Offered here is a highly collectible MTH RailKing 4-6-0 Camelback Steam Engine, model number 30-1275-1 featuring the iconic Erie Railroad livery and t
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 180.00
MTH RailKing One Gauge Union Pacific Big Boy  Steam Engine32MTH RailKing One Gauge Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
An impressive and highly detailed MTH RailKing One Gauge model of the legendary Union Pacific Big Boy 4-8-8-4 Steam Engine No. 4004. This model train,
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 2,000.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Boston & Albany Hudson Steam Engine33MTH RailKing One-Gauge Boston & Albany Hudson Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed MTH RailKing One-Gauge model of the iconic Boston & Albany 4-6-4 J3A Hudson steam locomotive, No. 607. This meticulously craft...
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Clinchfield Challenger Steam Engine34MTH RailKing One-Gauge Clinchfield Challenger Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed MTH RailKing One-Gauge 4-6-6-4 Challenger Steam Engine, finished in Clinchfield Railroad livery, model number 70-3004-1. This impres
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 850.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Southern Pacific Daylight Steam35MTH RailKing One-Gauge Southern Pacific Daylight Steam
Lion and Unicorn
A finely crafted MTH RailKing One-Gauge 4-8-4 GS-4 Steam Engine, modeled after the iconic Southern Pacific Daylight No. 4449. This large-scale, highly
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 950.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine36MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A finely crafted MTH RailKing One-Gauge model of the iconic Union Pacific 4-6-6-4 Challenger Steam Engine, locomotive number 3967. This large-scale mo
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 850.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine37MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
An exceptional MTH RailKing One-Gauge model of the iconic Union Pacific 4-6-6-4 Challenger Steam Engine, number 3977. This large-scale model, crafted
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 1,000.00
MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine38MTH RailKing One-Gauge Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
A meticulously crafted MTH RailKing One-Gauge 4-6-6-4 Challenger Steam Engine, model number 70-3003-1 representing the iconic Union Pacific Challenger
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 950.00
MTH RailKing Pennsylvania Railroad F-3 Diesel Locomotive39MTH RailKing Pennsylvania Railroad F-3 Diesel Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
An impressive MTH RailKing One-Gauge model of the Pennsylvania Railroad F-3 Diesel Locomotive, featuring an A and B unit configuration. This set inclu
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 450.00
MTH RailKing Santa Fe & Diesel Engine Model Train Set40MTH RailKing Santa Fe & Diesel Engine Model Train Set
Lion and Unicorn
Offered is a three-piece MTH RailKing One-Gauge model train set featuring the iconic Santa Fe F-3 diesel locomotive design. This set includes two A-un
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 550.00
MTH Union Pacific 70' Passenger Coach Car, 20-3229C41MTH Union Pacific 70' Passenger Coach Car, 20-3229C
Lion and Unicorn
This MTH Union Pacific 70' Passenger Coach Car (Item No. 20-3229C) is a detailed and collectible model designed for 3-rail O-gauge train setups....
Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
MTH Union Pacific 70' Passenger Observation Car, Ogallala42MTH Union Pacific 70' Passenger Observation Car, Ogallala
Lion and Unicorn
MTH Electric Trains Union Pacific 70' Passenger Observation Car, Ogallala (Item No. 20-3279-0). This intricately detailed model features a durab...
Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 70.00
MTH Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Engine43MTH Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Engine
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a meticulously crafted MTH Electric Trains 4-8-8-4 Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Engine No. 4009, a highly detailed model of one of th
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 650.00
MTH Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine Gauge Model Train44MTH Union Pacific Challenger Steam Engine Gauge Model Train
Lion and Unicorn
Offered is an exceptional MTH Electric Trains Union Pacific 4-6-6-4 Challenger Steam Engine, cab number #3976. This meticulously crafted O gauge model
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
2pc MTH Electric Train, Union Pacific Big Boy Model 4014452pc MTH Electric Train, Union Pacific Big Boy Model 4014
Lion and Unicorn
This is a meticulously crafted HO Scale model of the Union Pacific Big Boy #4014, one of the most iconic locomotives in American rail history. Built t
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 500.00
Oriental Limited EMD SW9 Phase II Pennsylvania 851546Oriental Limited EMD SW9 Phase II Pennsylvania 8515
Lion and Unicorn
Brass model of the EMD SW9 1200HP Phase II locomotive by Oriental Limited, made in Korea by Samhongsa. This HO-scale locomotive is numbered 8515 and d
Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 170.00
RailKing One-Gauge BNSF Dash 8-40CW Diesel Locomotive47RailKing One-Gauge BNSF Dash 8-40CW Diesel Locomotive
Lion and Unicorn
This meticulously crafted BNSF Dash 8-40CW Diesel Locomotive from RailKing by M.T.H. Electric Trains exemplifies precision engineering and detailed de
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 325.00
Sunset Models 3rd Rail Division Brass Great Northern48Sunset Models 3rd Rail Division Brass Great Northern
Lion and Unicorn
A meticulously crafted Sunset Models 3rd Rail Division brass model of the Great Northern S-2 4-8-4 steam locomotive #2558. This impressive O-scale loc
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 275.00
Sunset Models 3rd Rail Locomotive & Tender No. 618449Sunset Models 3rd Rail Locomotive & Tender No. 6184
Lion and Unicorn
A finely crafted O scale die-cast metal model of the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) Q-2 4-4-6-4 locomotive and tender, produced by Sunset Models under th
Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for 160.00
Sunset Models 3rd Rail O Scale Pennsylvania Railroad50Sunset Models 3rd Rail O Scale Pennsylvania Railroad
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed O scale model of the Pennsylvania Railroad Q-2 4-4-6-4 duplex steam locomotive, crafted by Sunset Models under their 3rd Rail Divisi
Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for 250.00