Marx and Lionel Banjo Signals 417 1426 140 Wig-Wag

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Published 2022-01-31

The flag man at the crossing found himself looking for a job after the introduction of the banjo signal. These sturdy machines simulated the motion of a swinging lantern or flag. They were much more dependable than a sleepy watchman. Thanks for watching!

All Comments (11)

@jenniferwhitewolf3784 2 years ago

Nice to see them working👍👍. The white stage really helps with these kinds of vids.
@willamettevalleyAFtrains 2 years ago

I really enjoy the action on the wig-wags. Thanks.
@johnfroio4910 2 years ago

Great old signals!
@MartyKarczynski-mw3tk 8 months ago

Thank you
@wolfgangpfeilergartenbahnd6530 2 years ago

Great signal models
@Petemonster62 4 months ago

The 1426 has a prototype in Fresno, California! I have the later brown banjo signal that Lionel made.
@scottmelton8414 2 years ago

The Marx insulated contact rail was very clever, much more efficient (in theory) than Lionel's 145C. Or else it would have eliminated insulator pins and the extra lock-on if a person chose to use insulated rail. I would like to see how it works with a train in motion.
@marvwatkins7029 1 year ago

Iops, I stand corrected.
@timbodemi 1 year ago

I noticed you just hooked up 2 of the connectors on the 1426. Comments?
@marvwatkins7029 1 year ago

Too bad you can't operate any.