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About Walthers
William K. Walthers founded the company in 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and it has grown to become the largest distributor of model railroad products in North America. Beyond distribution, Walthers produces their own extensive product lines including Cornerstone structures (from industry to residential), Proto rolling stock and locomotives, and SceneMaster layout supplies. The annual Walthers catalog has been the hobby's reference bible for decades. Their Cornerstone structures range from simple kits to highly detailed craftsman-style models, covering everything modelers need to populate their layouts. Walthers Proto line offers premium locomotives and cars with excellent detail. The company's website serves as both retail destination and encyclopedic reference.
Strengths
- Largest structure selection anywhere
- Excellent catalog reference
- Wide price range
- Strong distribution network
- Consistent new releases
Considerations
- Some structures require significant assembly
- Proto locomotives less competitive recently
- Website can be overwhelming
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1932
- Country
- 🇺🇸 USA
- Headquarters
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Scales
- HO, N
- Specialties
- Structures, Freight Cars, Passenger Cars, Locomotives, Scenery
- Website
- Visit Official Site
