Mear Image,
It's a shame we can no longer produce stuff in the United States at a reasonable price.
I have purchased a lot of MTH reproduction Standard Gauge trains. The price would be tripled if they were produced here.

I can't wait to see the pre production models. I'll be in the market for some whether their Fountains, Cigs, Outer Limits, Etc...
Hope it all comes together for you.
Dan