What a stunning work of art with near-perfect quality. And a treat that is LONG overdue. A real American Flyer style controller and multi-colored wires. Thanks Lionel for listening!!!
Now for the few minor issues...dealing with QC Lionel needs to work on. The controller is stamped for the Sam the Semaphore Man...so the factory obviously just enclosed the wrong controller. Also, the controller and buttons are painted. I would prefer the glossy molded-in colors of the original. It looks correct and would be more durable.
Second, minor paint chips on the point of the semaphore pole.
Otherwise...everyone should be pleased with this effort.
Overall, very nicely done. I would add to the control button error, the ALL red flag with no black section where the lights are. Must have been cheaper to do one less color.
