February 18, 2011 12:16AM
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Can anyone elaborate on the seats in this car when it was originally built by the railroad? These cars were built in the Victorian era and would have had seats appropriate to their time period. It is interesting to see the choice of seating for the San Juan configuration of these coaches. The 1930's San Juan rebuild or modernization takes place, and you get the modern 1930's art deco style of seating. They almost look like chairs from an airplane with the smooth curves and polished metal visible in the armrests. The 'modern' geometric pattern on the fabric is also quite a contrast next to the wood paneling and other detail that is still original to the car.
And also, nice job on the restoration and painting the entire fleet of these cars in Pullman green. I look forward to my next Knott's visit.
Jake J
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