Searching for “The Pennsylvania A3 Switcher” by Kozo Hiraoka

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9 June 2026 at 14:20 #851469
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I’m looking for a copy of Kozo Hiraoka’s “Pennsylvania A3 Switcher” book, and they seem to be rarer than hen’s teeth.

If anyone has a copy that they would consider parting with, or pointers to where they might lurk, I’d be very grateful!
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9 June 2026 at 18:16 #851515
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Camden Miniature Steam Services’ website suggests that they still have some copies. Camden are apparently, and very sadly, ceasing trading soon. In my view the book is well worth the fairly high asking price but you probably already know that!
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