בידספיריט | Two Lionel and American Flyer

Two Lionel and American Flyer Model Train Transformers with Assorted Wiring - This lot features two metal-housed vintage model train transformers and a collection of loose electrical wiring. The first unit is a Lionel Multi-Control Trainmaster transformer. The black metal housing features a silver faceplate printed with a circular UL mark and text reading Multi-Control Trainmaster TRANSFORMER. Controls include a large black plastic throttle lever, a red button marked DIRECTION, a black button marked WHISTLE, and a red translucent indicator light. The faceplate is further marked TYPE 110 RW WATT, 115 VOLTS 60 CYCLES FOR ALTERNATING CURRENT ONLY, THE LIONEL CORPORATION NEW YORK MADE IN U. S. OF AMERICA. The second unit is an American Flyer Lines model 12B transformer with a capacity of 250 watts. The heavy dark gray metal housing includes a silver faceplate with a red plastic throttle lever marked A LEVER and a scale calibrated in MILES PER HOUR from 0 to 120. A second control post for B LEVER is present, though the plastic handle is absent. The faceplate is marked MODEL 12B CAPACITY 250 WATTS, 115 VOLTS 50-60 CYCLES, American Flyer Lines, THE A. C. GILBERT CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN. MADE IN U.S.A., RESET BUTTON, and ON/OFF. The unit includes a metal toggle switch and red and green indicator lights. Included with the transformers is a group of black rubber-insulated electrical wires fitted with multiple two-prong plugs. , Both units show signs of significant age and use. The Lionel transformer (photo 2) exhibits surface scratches and paint loss on the black housing and light oxidation across the faceplate; the power cord is attached but stiff. The American Flyer transformer (photo 3) shows heavy surface grime, pitting, and oxidation on the faceplate. The B lever handle is broken off, leaving only the metal post. The power cord for the American Flyer unit has been cut near the base of the housing (photo 4). The loose wiring appears tangled but the insulation is generally intact. Functional condition of both units is untested.