Metropolitan HO Brass Model Train - Swiss BLS Electric Locomotive Class Ee3/3 - Factory Painted
The Metropolitan Swiss BLS Class Ee3/3 is a very nice handcrafted brass model, renowned for its exceptional detail and craftsmanship. Its paint finish and intricate details are truly impressive. Highlights include finely detailed roof components, precision-engineered pantographs, and intricately modeled bogies and undercarriage.
The model is equipped with a Faulhaber-type brushless, ironless, bell-shaped motor, ensuring smooth and reliable performance. It is an exceptionally rare piece only a handful were produced worldwide.
One of the model's standout features is its intricate drive rod and counterweight assembly. Watching it operate, with all its moving parts in perfect harmony, is a captivating experience that sets this model apart.
What’s most impressive about Metropolitan models is the exceptional quality of their craftsmanship—both cosmetically and internally. The motors, gearboxes, and drive assemblies are top-tier, showcasing unparalleled precision. Every component is constructed from durable materials like steel, brass, and die-cast metals. Their gearboxes, in particular, rank among the best we've ever encountered.
New models on the market today simply cannot compare to the quality of the handmade brass models from the 1970s and 1980s. Back then, craftsmanship and premium quality were the highest priorities for Metropolitan and many other brass model brands of the era.
