Richard,
I'm not sure what scale you're referring to, but, since this thread is in the "HO Scale and Larger" forum, I'll assume HO. I just started construction of an HO layout less than a year ago after being an N scaler for more than fifteen years. I really researched the issue and settled on Walthers' Code 83 line, because of availability, cost, and selection (e.g., many different-sized turnouts, including wyes and curved turnouts). I believe these turnouts are built for Walthers by Shinohara, and the entire line has been revised to be DCC friendly.
After several months of use (including a number of turnouts that I cut up to fit into the track plan), I am very happy with my decision.
Hope this helps,
DFF
