train shows, swap meets, open houses......model railroading.

[Sumpter250]

Enjoying the addiction of model railroading, i have come across a cast of characters. Some whose main interest, to me ,are in two catagories
1-do anything to make a buck and rip you off!
2-Are the nicest people in the world,try to help you,explain things to you,and share their love of the hobby with you.

You found #2, with what you wanted.
It doesn't always work that way, but it does happen.