The Background
The North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates (“NSHR”) has been asked about modeling NSHR 2238 since her unveiling (December 22, 2025). Since that time, NSHR searched the globe for all remaining, undecorated SW1500 model locomotives - finding and purchasing four HO-scale models.
There was no way that NSHR was willing to take on this process without the original artist of the 2238 - Pedro Reyes. Pedro’s painting is what makes the “real” 2238 the beauty she is, so NSHR knew that he needed to be in integral part of the models. First, Pedro worked with custom decal groups to see about (tiny) wrapping the models, but it was a cumbersome process that took away details in the locomotives that we did not want to lose, so Pedro does what he excels at - he painted.
The 2238 HO model locomotives were hand-painted by Pedro Reyes with the same paint (out of the same buckets) used on the actual NSHR 2238. Pedro had to cut hairs from a brush to make a point small enough for some of the tiniest details. Each one of the four models are similar and beautiful, but they are each truly one-of-a-kind.
NSHR is privately holding/gifting three of them, but is making the fourth model available to the public. If you are interested in purchasing the fourth locomotive (which will come with a signed certificate of authenticity), please see the rules and directions below.
“Closed Offer” Opportunity
2238 Model Purchase Rules
Item
One (1) model locomotive of NSHR 2238 (“the item”) is being offered for sale through a closed-offer process.
How the Process Works
Interested buyers may submit a confidential offer to purchase the item.
Offers will not be disclosed to other participants.
NSHR will review all submitted offers after the closing date and time.
NSHR may accept, reject, or decline any offer at their sole discretion.
Offer Requirements
Each potential buyer must complete all fields in the submission form below:
Buyer's full name.
Contact information (phone, email, address).
Offer amount (in U.S. dollars).
Form of payment.
Confirmation that the buyer agrees to these rules.
Offers must be submitted before the stated deadline.
Closing Date
All offers must be received by December 1, 2026 (the anniversary of George Washington being appointed as the Commander of the Continental Army in 1775).
Late submissions will not be considered.
Selection of Buyer
The highest offer will be considered first; however, NSHR reserves the right to consider other factors, including:
Buyer's ability to complete payment promptly.
Completeness of the offer submission.
Previous communication or transaction history.
NSHR is not obligated to accept the highest offer.
Payment
The selected buyer will be notified within 24 hours after the closing date.
Payment must be received within 48 hours of notification.
Accepted payment methods are either cash or check. If paying by check, the check must clear the bank before the item is rendered.
Failure to provide payment within the required timeframe may result in selection of another buyer.
Condition of Item
The model train is sold "as is."
Photos of the item are included below, and NSHR will afford opportunities for public viewing - as advertised on their social media platforms.
No warranties or guarantees are expressed or implied unless specifically stated by NSHR.
Shipping and Pickup
The buyer is responsible for picking up the item from the NSHR home office (356 Priestley Avenue, Northumberland, PA 17857).
The item will not be shipped.
Additional pick-up arrangements might be made (at a location somewhere else on the NSHR railroad system), if coordinated between NSHR and the buyer, but such an arrangement is not guaranteed.
Finality
Submission of an offer constitutes acceptance of these rules.
NSHR's decision is final.
NSHR reserves the right to cancel the process at any time prior to accepting an offer.
Contact
Questions regarding the item or the offer process should be directed to NSHR before the closing date.
Offer Submission
All fields must be complete for a successful submission/offer.
