Markn Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 Go on then, which ones have people gone for? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McW Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 (edited) On 31/01/2021 at 18:43, dibber25 said: It's just the way Kernow's system validates your card. (CJL) Interesting. I placed an order last Friday which was acknowledged and processed. Just received an order to say 1649 has been dispatched and is on its way. I’m impressed! Paul Edited February 2, 2021 by McW 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn-on-the-platform Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 What is quite exciting about this release is that it has barely broken cover online. We've often waited months from decorated and production samples before getting our hands on it. Aside from a couple of superb looking BR black samples, Model Rail have largely stuck with photos of the prototype. For once, most of us who have ordered one will be seeing it for the first time when the postman arrives. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 That's very true and really exciting! It actually feels like something brand new for once. Be interesting to see what 1638 looks like in the preserved GWR green. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venator Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 I did some work on 1638 back in my volunteering days on the K&ESR so would like to purchase one. Though as a SE&CR / Southern (eastern section) man I couldn't bring myself to buy the preserved green version, probably one of the BR early models. I think 1638 probably works harder in preservation than she ever did on BR service! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibber25 Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 I've never seen the GWR green 1638 model - one of my colleagues must have the livery sample. I did have the NCB green version for a while but that required some livery tweaks before production. It's worth noting that, with 22 versions to choose from, some numbers/variants are in VERY limited quantities, so if you are wanting a specific number/livery its worth getting your order in quickly. (CJL) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 Apparently 1638 is on its way to me, so hopefully we shall see what it's like soon! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted February 2, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 2, 2021 (edited) I'd quite like one in NCB livery, to go with my BR black example on order, but I can't possibly justify a GWR design of loco in industrial service, when there are still so many LNER types one could use. Edited February 2, 2021 by Captain Kernow Blancmange 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzer models Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 I have 1646 on order but will be changing the shed code to 87D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Oh hello postman 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 (edited) Here's some quick pics of 1638 in the preserved GWR livery for anyone else who can't wait. Initially, the quality seems good, as does the weight. We've been spoilt with Panniers in 2021 already after this and the 94xx. We shall see how it runs later on after work! Edited February 4, 2021 by Markn 11 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted February 4, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 4, 2021 I can see much to like on that model but only one thing that is vexatious, which is the horizontal gap along the rear bunker. Clearly part of the manufacturing process and can almost certainly be rectified with some filler and a little care, but I wonder if the top of the bunker needs to be removed for some kind of DCC purpose? 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 4 minutes ago, Captain Kernow said: I can see much to like on that model but only one thing that is vexatious, which is the horizontal gap along the rear bunker. Clearly part of the manufacturing process and can almost certainly be rectified with some filler and a little care, but I wonder if the top of the bunker needs to be removed for some kind of DCC purpose? No, the (very detailed) instructions show the full top coming off in one. That join is a shame and keeps catching my eye already. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted February 4, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 4, 2021 1 minute ago, Markn said: No, the (very detailed) instructions show the full top coming off in one. That join is a shame and keeps catching my eye already. That's interesting and thanks for the quick reply. It won't put anyone off buying what is a lovely and much-wanted model, I am sure, but it will be dealt with on mine as part of the preparation for weathering process. I'm actually a little more interested in how the back-to-backs measure out. Having said that, I'm hoping to hear the postman's knock here any day now! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 The seams on the tank could do with a bit of filler as well. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markn Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 14 minutes ago, Captain Kernow said: That's interesting and thanks for the quick reply. It won't put anyone off buying what is a lovely and much-wanted model, I am sure, but it will be dealt with on mine as part of the preparation for weathering process. I'm actually a little more interested in how the back-to-backs measure out. Having said that, I'm hoping to hear the postman's knock here any day now! Mine are coming in at 14.48, 14.61 & 14.51. A lot better than a how a certain 94xx arrived... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDJR7F88 Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Looks a cracking little model! Very tempted by an NCB one... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatthewCarty Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Should be possible to hide the area with some careful placement of fireirons as well 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibber25 Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 (edited) The split line on the bunker rear is a join between a plastic and a cast metal part.It can be concealed by careful placing of the supplied fire-irons. (CJL) Edited February 4, 2021 by dibber25 additional info 1 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Decorum Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 56 minutes ago, dibber25 said: The split line on the bunker rear is a join between a plastic and a cast metal part. (CJL) Aha! That explains why the paint finish looks a little different. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibber25 Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 2 minutes ago, No Decorum said: Aha! That explains why the paint finish looks a little different. There's more die-cast than plastic in this model. The body is die-cast but the alternative detail parts have to be in plastic. (CJL) 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Decorum Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Wow! Just look at the bars over the rear cab windows! Compare those to the oddities on certain DJ models. The split line wouldn’t put me off, though. What does is that I took out a Google subscription to Model Rail to get the subscriber’s discount on all the tasty offerings which have been announced. I have been exchanging e-mails for months now and still can’t get a subscriber’s number (digital subscription, so no envelope). I think my subscription will be due for renewal before it’s sorted. I’ll try a different method next time! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium boxbrownie Posted February 4, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 4, 2021 1 minute ago, No Decorum said: Wow! Just look at the bars over the rear cab windows! Compare those to the oddities on certain DJ models. The split line wouldn’t put me off, though. What does is that I took out a Google subscription to Model Rail to get the subscriber’s discount on all the tasty offerings which have been announced. I have been exchanging e-mails for months now and still can’t get a subscriber’s number (digital subscription, so no envelope). I think my subscription will be due for renewal before it’s sorted. I’ll try a different method next time! I have the same issue, tried sorting it at least a year ago and then gave up..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
No Decorum Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Just now, boxbrownie said: I have the same issue, tried sorting it at least a year ago and then gave up..... Sorry for your trouble but I’m glad to hear it’s not just me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted February 4, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted February 4, 2021 4 hours ago, Captain Kernow said: I can see much to like on that model but only one thing that is vexatious, Absolutely and they say a weeks a long time in politics. In three days we've gone from mouth watering [manor] to an eyesore. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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