Re: Toronto Grey & Bruce - Early NA Narrow Gauge Locos

Trivial note about the consolidations: Because of the long wheelbase resulting from the deep wood-burning firebox, the lead (and third) set of driving wheels were flangeless so as to keep the rigid wheelbase within acceptable limits. Flanges were on the second and fourth driving sets only. This quirk is plainly visible in your photograph. Usually on consolidations the front and back sets had the flanges with the middle pairs blind.

The 4-4-0 shows where your profile picture comes from, something I've been wondering about since you joined the board. It's a very distinctive look with the mix of North American and European styling. The cabs on the British engines with the arched windows and ornate woodwork look splendid.