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Welcome to the Reading Modeler!
The purpose of this website is to provide an "electronic interchange" where individuals interested in model railroading and railroad history pertaining to the Reading Company and related railroads can obtain and share both prototype and model-related information. Just as cars are set out and picked up at the interchange, we hope that the content presented on the site will be dynamic as well, with new content continually being added as information is shared.
We will do our best to share information provided to us as quickly as possible; however, your patience is appreciated, as this is a volunteer labor of love in between full-time jobs, families, and our own modeling activities! Please don't be afraid to provide constructive criticism regarding the site's design or the manner in which content is organized and presented. If there's something you'd like to see included on the site, or more importantly, something you'd like to SHARE, please let us know! Our goal is to include as much information as possible that is of interest to those of you viewing the site,so please don't be shy about making your opinions known. Most of all, ENJOY the site, and THANKS for visiting! |
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| Changes and New Photos in the Photo Album! |
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 We are in the process of adding a bunch of new photos to the Photo Album - Matt Fisher has shared several photos of his exquisitely weathered Reading motive power with us - we're putting Matt's photos into their own sub-album, be on the lookout for them. Also, we've taken all the rest of the contributed model photos that don't have their own album, and put them into a separate album in the Contributors' Gallery. Hopefully these changes will make browsing our Photo Albums a more straightforward user experience, and as always, remember, YOUR photo submissions are welcome! |
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Posted by conductor on Saturday, June 27, 2009 @ 20:53:22 EST (9 Reads)(comments? | Score: 0) |
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| Introducing Reading Co. Rolling Stock Reference! |
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 As a counterpart to our Locomotive Reference, The Reading Modeler is pleased to announce the launch of our Reading Company Rolling Stock Reference! In a joint effort with noted Reading Company historian, and author of Reading Company Cabooses, John W. Hall, the reference includes PDF datasheets on the various classes of Reading Company rolling stock, both freight and passenger. John has been interested in the Reading Company since childhood, and this material is the results of his painstaking research over several decades. These files are an excellent resource for accurate modeling of the Reading's freight and passenger equipment.
Due to the nature of these datasheets, they are being made available as downloadable PDF files rather than in an online encyclopedia format. Click here to be taken to the Index Page for the Rolling Stock Reference!
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of this material and the sheer number of different classes of Reading rolling stock, it is going to take us some time to get all the files online for use. We have started out with Gondolas to give you a preview of how this new website feature will work. Your patience is appreciated! |
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Posted by conductor on Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 00:14:13 EST (19 Reads)(comments? | Score: 0) |
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| A Dose of Model Railroad Fun for the Week! |
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Hello everyone. I know it's not "Reading" related, but I saw this on YouTube and couldn't resist sharing a bit of model railroading humor here with everyone. Enjoy!
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Posted by conductor on Thursday, June 25, 2009 @ 11:52:49 EST (14 Reads)(comments? | Score: 0) |
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| Reading Company Cast Iron Crossing Signs Now Available! |
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The Reading Modeler is happy to announce the release of our Reading Company "old style" cast-iron crossing signs in HO Scale! Before moved toward cheaper steel crossing signs in the final years of the railroad's existence, the Reading's distinctive 50-degree crossbucks and "STOP LOOK LISTEN" signs were made from cast iron, like the road's other wayside signs. Even though the railroad began phasing them out, they could still be seen guarding grade crossings on secondary branch lines well into the Conrail/NS era, including one example on the Reading & Northern in Leesport, PA as recently as a few years ago!
Like our wayside sign decal set, our crossing sign set will help you give your layout that true "Reading" look. The kit includes sufficient pre-cut "laser board" sign blanks and decals to model 4 grade crossing signs, affixed to the post of your choice. In addition to the crossbucks, the kit includes two sizes of the round "STOP LOOK LISTEN" discs, as well as a rectangular "Do Not Cross..." sign that was used at some crossings. The kit pieces are to be affixed to a post of the modeler's choice to allow for maximum modeling flexibility - the modeler can choose to include flashers, depending on the location being modeled. To read a review of these signs, please visit our Reviews page.
The Reading Company crossing sign kits are $4.00 each, including shipping, and are in stock and ready to ship. To order, please visit the Reading Modeler Company Store!
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 @ 11:14:43 EST (50 Reads)(comments? | Score: 5) |
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| Introducing the Reading Modeler Company Store! |
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In an effort to streamline things on the site, we're happy to announce the opening of The Reading Modeler Company Store! This is an online storefront where interested visitors can purchase our Reading decal sets, with all the information in one place, rather than having to search around the site. Links to our new secure PayPal shopping cart are provided, as well as a downloadable order form for individuals who would prefer to order by mail. We will also use the Company Store to provide info about Reading modeling items made available by other individuals. As new decal sets become available, we will still post announcements on the home page, and items will be listed on the store page.
Click on the "Company Store" link in the Main Menu to check out the page. If you happen to make a Reading-related model product that you'd like to see included in the product listings, please click on "Contact Us" at left to let us know!. Thanks for your continued support of The Reading Modeler's mission to provide useful information and products to those modeling the Reading! |
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Posted by conductor on Saturday, February 28, 2009 @ 13:53:24 EST (116 Reads)(Read More... | 1 comment | Score: 5) |
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| Reading Company Gondola Decals Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Modeler is pleased to announce the release of our new decal set for Reading gondolas painted in the green/yellow "speed lettering" scheme from the 1960s and 1970s! Click on "Read More" for details!
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 00:58:09 EST (300 Reads)(Read More... | 3007 bytes more | comments? | Score: 5) |
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| UPDATED! Upcoming Area Train Shows / Model Railroading Events! |
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 Here is some information regarding upcoming model/toy train shows in Pennsylvania. The Reading Modeler will publish information regarding similar events on the site as we learn of them; if you know of an event that is not listed here, please click on Contact Us to let us know. This article will be updated as new events are added, so check back often!
Click on Read More for list of events... |
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 @ 22:21:50 EST (673 Reads)(Read More... | 2231 bytes more | Score: 0) |
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| Reading Company Rushland Station Kits Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Company Technical & Historical Society has produced and has made available for limited release an HO Scale kit of the Reading Company's Rushland Station, located along the New Hope Branch outside of Philadelphia (the present-day New Hope and Ivyland Railroad). Although specific to Rushland, this kit is typical of Reading construction and could be used to represent any number of locations on your layout. If you're feeling ambitious, more than one kit could be combined to replicate a larger depot. The kit includes laser-cut wood sides and trim pieces, roofing material, clear window glazing material, and a cast-metal chimney. Detailed instructions are included. In addition to looking great on your layout, your purchase of a kit helps benefit the Society's preservation efforts and the launch of the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg, PA.
Please note that all proceeds go directly to the RCT&HS. The Reading Modeler is promoting the availability of this kit to help the Society and to raise awareness to Reading fans that might not be Society members. Supplies are limited - order yours today!
Click on "Read More" for photos and instructions on how to order...
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Posted by conductor on Monday, December 10, 2007 @ 00:38:25 EST (768 Reads)(Read More... | 2621 bytes more | Score: 5) |
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| Reading Company Crossing Shanty Kit Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Company Technical & Historical Society has produced and has made available for limited release an HO Scale Reading Company Crossing Shanty kit. These shanties appeared at grade crossings all along the Reading system, and existed even into the mid to late 1960s in some locations. The kit includes laser-cut wood sides and trim pieces, cardstock roof pre-embossed with shingles, clear window glazing material, and a cast-metal smoke jack and toolbox. Detailed instructions and a prototype photo are included. In addition to looking great on your layout, your purchase of a kit helps benefit the Society's preservation efforts and the launch of the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg, PA.
Please note that all proceeds go directly to the RCT&HS. The Reading Modeler is promoting the availability of this kit to help the Society and to raise awareness to Reading fans that might not be Society members. Supplies are limited - order yours today!
Click on "Read More" for instructions on how to order... |
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Posted by conductor on Monday, December 10, 2007 @ 00:07:07 EST (787 Reads)(Read More... | 2269 bytes more | Score: 4.66) |
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