They say it’s not really work if you love what you do. Brothers-in-law, Brian McCloskey and Scott Klein, shared a passion for toy trains. That hobby set them on track to open one of Mentor’s newest businesses, CW Trains.
Over the decades, the duo attended train shows and grew their respective collections. It all changed seven years ago when they purchased a batch of cars with the intention of reselling them at a show. They developed a reputation on the regional train show circuit which inspired them to move their inventory out of the warehouse and into a permanent storefront.
CW Trains in the only dedicated train shop on the east side of Cleveland for aficionados to buy, sell or trade…or just hang out and appreciate. Their particular specialty caters to those who appreciate O-scale vintage trains from the post-war era (1945 – 1969) with cars ranging from under $10 for a classic caboose to over $1,000 for hard-to-find items hard-core collectors covet.
Unlike many trains you’ll find at a show, all trains at CW have been inspected and restored, and are in perfect working condition. If you have an old train in need of repair, they can help with that too with their on-site repair service.
Best of all, you can bring the kids. They are 100% kid-friendly and offer a unique hands-on experience with their fully interactive display featuring 4 full-size sets complete with buildings, gates, lights and more.
CW trains is open Monday through Saturday from 10-3 PM and from 10-7 on Thursdays. They are located at 8815 East Avenue. Learn more at www.facebook.com/cwtrains or call (440) 479-1450
Thanks to CW Trains for investing in our community. We wish you nothing but success in the future.