Sale Name: Merle VanSteenwyck Brass Train Estate Collection
LOT 537 - ORIENTAL LIMITED HO BRASS CBQ "SILVER BLUFF" VISTA DOME PASSENGER CAR
Description

HO Scale brass Vista Dome passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Bluff" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The vista dome cars were a hallmark of mid-century passenger rail travel, offering passengers panoramic views through their distinctive elevated glass observation sections. The "Silver Bluff" carried the Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish that made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

Quantity: 1