For Lionel train enthusiasts and collectors, the 44th edition of the Pocket Price Guide is the ultimate reference you've been waiting for. This comprehensive resource brings together decades of Lionel train knowledge into one easy-to-use volume that helps you understand the true value of your collection or potential acquisitions.
This 2025 guide expands on its predecessors with over 3,000 updated entries covering every era of Lionel production. You'll find detailed pricing for Lionel Standard, O, O-27, and OO gauge trains from the prewar beginnings through the postwar boom and into the modern era. The guide doesn't just list basic items—it includes 800 Lionel Corporation tinplate pieces, 1,400 box section listings, and an impressive 1,200 special production items that collectors specifically seek out.
Where many guides fall short, this one excels with over 16,000 modern-era product listings. Recent years have seen hundreds of new sets, models, and accessories released, and this guide keeps you current with the latest values. Whether you're tracking down a specific postwar locomotive or evaluating a contemporary Lionel set, you'll find the information you need.
At 512 pages, this substantial guide is designed to be your constant companion at train shows, auctions, and when shopping online. The layout makes it easy to quickly reference values across different eras and gauge sizes. Unlike online resources that can be unreliable or outdated, this book provides the authoritative pricing information serious collectors rely on when making important purchasing decisions.
Whether you're a seasoned collector with decades of experience or just starting your Lionel journey, this price guide pays for itself many times over. It helps you avoid overpaying for items, spot good deals when they appear, and properly value your collection for insurance, estate planning, or simply satisfying your curiosity about what your trains are worth.
