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    Question Any Model Train Experts / German Toy experts Here

    I bought a beautiful Pre-War Lionel Train set yesterday at an estate sale and there are two pieces that are not Lionel and I cannot figure out who it is.

    I think it is Marklin but not 100% sure.

    Here is the mark:



    BTW, here is the set (not meant to be a shameless Plug for my auctions):

    Theantiquetiger eBay Toy Trains
    http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r198/theantiquetiger/christmas_story2.jpg

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    OK, after some more research, I think it is Bing Toys.
    http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r198/theantiquetiger/christmas_story2.jpg

  3. According to this page, that trademark was used by Gebruder Bing from 1924-1932:
    http://www.statemaster.com/encyclopedia/Bing-(company)
    George

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    Come to find out, the lamp post that came with the lot I bought is the gem of the bunch. It is worth about $300!!
    http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r198/theantiquetiger/christmas_story2.jpg

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