Train sets are always entertaining to look at and fun to play with. They are bought and enjoyed by adults and children alike. Lionel train sets were first made by Joshua Lionel Cowen. He had a vision that train sets should be a medium wherein father and son can share a special bond and spend moments together. This was during the time that trains were used as main transportation.

Lionel train sets are made with great attention to detail and quality. Over the years, train sets have been common gift choices for males. Children use these train sets to play with while adults collect these trains. Pre-war trains are favorites of collectors. The pre-war trains are accurate replicas for original trains used long ago. It is said that collectors prefer antique trains because these trains holds a certain air of mystery as compared to high tech trains aside from that, the skill employed is superb. These trains are built to last for generations. If you find an old Lionel train, after lubricating axles and cleaning the train, it will run on a good train track.

Aside from durability and having accurate details, one of the characteristics that sets Lionel train sets apart is that these trains sound like real trains. They also emit smoke and have illuminated headlights. There are also live-action crossing gates that make the set even more realistic. There are so many accessories that you can buy, that you can just keep on adding accessories without worrying about discarding others. The more accessories you have, the more fascinating your set will be.

For those who are not as knowledgeable as collectors of Lionel train sets and want to buy a train set, you don’t need to get anything fancy at first. A starter set is is a good place to start. It is easy to assemble and contains everything you need. If you are unsure whether or not a train set is safe for your child, take comfort that train tracks are current free. If your child is going accidentally touches the track, they won’t get electrocuted or even a mild shock. Lionel train sets are designed in a way that they are not too heavy nor contain anything sharp.

These train sets help your child improve his imagination and motor skills. Lionel’s 3 rail track is easy to use and wire. With train sets, age is not a problem. No child is too young or too old to enjoy the train station. These trains are safe and easy to use, and your family will enjoy spending time watching the train go around the track.