Let's not overlook the existence of S Scale in Britain. Were they motivated by
American Flyer? I rather doubt it. I think the popularity of S-scale is due
to its size and scale.
There is no disputing the influence of Gilbert and AF on the American market
but I would not say they were responsible for the popularity of S-scale today.
I don't think S-scale got really popular until scale products were available.
The S-scale influence on me was the Southwind SP 2-8-0 and Bill Wade's
publication and products.
There must be many modelers like me who have no memories of American Flyer.
Art
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Hey Ed;
Before Gilbert, there was only CD models and maybe a
couple of small producers like Nimco or Nord.
big clip
I'm not sure there would have been
enough S to keep alive without A.C. Gilbert
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