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A.C. Gilbert American Flyer Trains (1949-1961) Models on Display:American Flyer Model 290 zinc-carbon cells in exchange forAmerican Flyer Trains American Flyer Trains, particularly the legendary S gauge models produced by the A. C. Gilbert Company after World War II, transformed the model railroading landscape by prioritizing realistic "two rail" track design over the three rail systems of competitors like Lionel. While the brand originated in Chicago in the early 1900s, its golden era began in 1946 when Gilbert introduced a 3 16 inch scale that utilized narrower, more