22nd July 2025
A Sale of Fine Scale Model Locomotives at Gorringe's
By James Hancox, Gorringes Toys and Transport Expert
On Tuesday 22 July 2025, Gorringes Auctioneers is proud to present a stand-alone sale of exceptional Gauge One, O gauge and HO/OO fine scale model locomotives. This carefully curated collection represents a rare opportunity for collectors, live steam enthusiasts, and connoisseurs of model engineering to acquire some of the finest miniature locomotives to come to market in recent years.
The collection offers a wide selection of commercially manufactured and specially commissioned scratch built model locomotives at the highest level of engineering. Featuring a cross-section of the most powerful and iconic locomotives from across Britain, France, Australia, and North America, the collection celebrates the golden age of steam in scale form.
Collectors will appreciate the superb condition of the models, many having been stored in display cabinets from new, including live steam examples as well as steam and diesel outline for two rail electric operation.
Among the highlights are a number of commissioned pieces from highly regarded builders including Neil Rose. These one-off creations embody the pinnacle of bespoke model engineering and are certain to attract international interest.
Equally, collectors of commercial models will find outstanding examples from renowned makers such as Aster Hobbies, Masterpiece Models and Lee Marsh Models, many of which have become increasingly difficult to source in this condition.
Whether you are an established collector looking to add a showpiece to your layout or a live steam enthusiast eager to fire up a new addition, this sale offers something for everyone with a passion for miniature engineering and modelling.
The full catalogue will be available on our website from late June and viewing will take place at our Lewes saleroom in the days leading up to the auction.
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