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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD Pentrex VRSP-DVD 748268004414
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Southern Pacific steam abounds in this collection of rare color films from the 1930s to the 1950s. Originally released as part of the Video Rails Classic Collectors' Series, these valuable films have now been combined on one DVD, bringing you the best of SP's steam era. Included are:

Southern Pacific 1941 (30 Minutes)
Spectacular scenery sets the tone for great shots of SP locomotives in San Francisco, Oakland, Roseville, and on Donner Pass. You'll see 2-8-0s, 2-8-2s, 4-6-2s, 4-8-2s, 2-10-2s, Cab Forwards, and even SP ferry boats in action. The extraordinary color footage used in this show was shot between 1936 and 1941.

Southern Pacific Steam (30 Minutes)
Filmed in the 1950s, these images capture commuter trains on the San Francisco Peninsula, freight and passenger operations in the San Joaquin Valley, mail trains on the Coast Line, and more. The locomotive types range from 0-6-0s to Cab Forwards, and the variety in this priceless retrospective is awesome.

Southern Pacific: The Coast Line (30 Minutes)
Experience the thrill of Daylights racing up the California coast from Los Angeles to King City in the 1950s. You'll also view Black Widow F-units and Cab Forwards pulling long, heavy freight trains. Special highlights feature Cab Forwards in helper service and doubleheaders with steam and early diesels. It's an amazing collection!

DVD Special Feature:

  • Chapter Menu provides instant access to program segments.

1 Hour 30 Minutes
In Color with Appropriate Stereo Sound and Narration
Full-screen (4x3) Format
No region code; can be played in any NTSC DVD player worldwide
Packaged in Sturdy Vinyl Clamshell Case
ISBN: 1-56342-158-5
UPC: 7-48268-00441-4

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DVD Item#:VRSP-DVD
Runtime:1 Hour, 30 Mins ($0.27/min)
Producer:Pentrex
Aspect Ratio:Full Screen
DVD UPC:748268004414
Shrink Wrapped?:Yes
Disc Type:DVD
Region Code:0 Worldwide NTSC
Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
VideoRailsFan on 2009-12-25 09:31:52.

People who found this review helpful: 11

  •  4 of 5


Video Rails produced more Classic Collector's Series videos, and these are very enjoyable. The first one documents Southern Pacific's operations in San Francisco and points along Donner Pass between 1936 and 1941. This is excellent vintage footage. I have enjoyed this one very much, especially the rare scenes of the "City of San Francisco" in its earlier years. The second section views SP's steam locomotives during the late 1950's. These old scenes will never be repeated. Again, I have enjoyed this video as well. The third one shows SP's Coast Line with steam and early diesels. This is Southern California before its rapid urbanization. I also like this video. I definitely recommend this collection to those interested in SP and/or steam locomotives.

Additional remarks by VideoRailsFan:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
Ricahrd Todd (Dayton ohio) on 2012-03-24 08:04:49.

People who found this review helpful: 9

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  •  5 of 5


Excellent video, particularly for modelers! The images are steady and clear. Consists are very revealing. I highly recommend this videos!

Additional remarks by Ricahrd Todd:
Narration: A little bit too much.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
marshall (matthews,nc) on 2012-02-20 19:42:46.

People who found this review helpful: 9

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  •  4 of 5


This video was way more than i expected. i bet i must have watched it ten times. the images of the southern pacific are nice plenty of passenger and its full of black widow diesels. i really enjoy it and would say espee fans to get it. also any classic railroading fans which i'm one.

Additional remarks by marshall:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? Yes.

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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
Daniel Eltzroth (Dayton, OH) on 2011-03-14 20:17:10.

People who found this review helpful: 9

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  •  5 of 5


This was my first SP steam/early diesel video purchase and I must say I loved it. Not knowing much about what I was watching the narration really helped out. Looking forward to getting my hands on a few more DVDs like this one.

Additional remarks by Daniel Eltzroth:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? I doubt it.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Good Value
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Southern Pacific Classic Collectors Series Combo DVD
Steamboy (Revere MA US) on 2018-10-30 20:10:37.

People who found this review helpful: 5

  •  5 of 5


With Mike Berger�s beautiful narration, this 3 in 1 combo features great action with a mix of steam and diesel powered trains in the west. If you�re wondering where they come from, here�s the revealed years: the 1941 video was the first volume from 1988, the steam video was volume 3 from 1989, and the coast line was volume 5 in 1991. The theme song was excellent and so too have the engines.

Additional remarks by Steamboy:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
DVD Value:: Fair.
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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