RBE Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Excellent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy84 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Hi Everyone, Here are a couple of photos of my weathered IZAs from Revolution. I have tried to simulate low light levels typical of early evening in some of the photos Ooo. Quick work - mine are still very shiny!! Tim. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Ooo. Quick work - mine are still very shiny!! Tim. Hi Tim, I find it's best to dive straight in, but it's never easy to 'spoil' a brand new (great) model Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 (edited) Evening All, Today I have drawn up the etch for the radio tower and printed out a mock up to gauge it for size I also attach a view of the real site, you can make your own judgement, as ever your comments are very welcome. There's also a plan of the layout.new photo On reviewing the photos this morning , I have changed the photo of the 'paper' radio tower, it was just a blur but it is now possible to see the 'metalwork' in this new photo. Edited October 14, 2018 by Duncan. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 You know, it's that time of year when the garden requires a tidy and needs to be made ready for the coldest months. The station master at Shirebrook is making a start on digging out some of the last of the Janet has added some detail to the station master's garden. Although not visible there's a new washing line with a good load of washing drying in the wind. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 Here's another photo of the garden. The track to the left is behind the backscene and is not normally visible. It is the branch to Warsop Colliery. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 Hi Everyone, Getting ready for a photo shoot next week with Model Rail Magazine. It is amazing how many little touches are required to get the layout looking it's best. I hope I will have some of my own photos to post soon afterwards... 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Duncan. Posted November 28, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted November 28, 2018 Good Evening Here are a couple of photos I've taken this evening. It's not a view you will normally see and definitely not at a show, although you may get a slight glimpse from certain viewing positions. I have taken the shed building off to make some repairs to the internal depot 'furniture'. There's also an evening low light shot of the station (road side) and my recent acquisition a 'dutch' class 37 yet to be weathered down. Cheers 21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidMcKenzie Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 More Brillinat pictures Duncan. Insperational as always. Thanks for sharing. All the best Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 More Brillinat pictures Duncan. Insperational as always. Thanks for sharing. All the best Dave Thanks Dave that's very kind. I remember way back in either the late 60's or early 70's, when I first came across N it was like an awakening, suddenly (almost) anything seemed possible. I do believe that the modelling potential of N gauge has largely not been realised. I believe that there has been too large an influence of OO and the ' you can get twice as much in the same space and halve all measurements ' voices, when what really is required is a completely fresh approach to modelling to fully appreciate what N scale has to offer. (In my humble opinion.) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 5BarVT Posted November 29, 2018 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2018 I do believe that the modelling potential of N gauge has largely not been realised. I believe that there has been too large an influence of OO and the ' you can get twice as much in the same space and halve all measurements ' voices, when what really is required is a completely fresh approach to modelling to fully appreciate what N scale has to offer. (In my humble opinion.) Humble, but correct. I model 00 but considered N when I returned a few years ago. I stuck with 00 because I don't think I could cope with the small size of N these days (and have to live with the limitations of what I can fit in). Paul. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernBlue80s Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 I always find N gauge layouts that are weathered and look the part very impressive, as it takes extra skill to get it right at such as small scale. All the best Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidMcKenzie Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 Thanks Dave that's very kind. I remember way back in either the late 60's or early 70's, when I first came across N it was like an awakening, suddenly (almost) anything seemed possible. I do believe that the modelling potential of N gauge has largely not been realised. I believe that there has been too large an influence of OO and the ' you can get twice as much in the same space and halve all measurements ' voices, when what really is required is a completely fresh approach to modelling to fully appreciate what N scale has to offer. (In my humble opinion.) I agree with you there Duncan. When I compared my 'wish list' for my layout compared with the space available, there was only really one choice and the space was the main factor at the start. But as I am now a bit further into the project I am very happy with the choice to model N gauge. The detail on new RTR stock is absolutely brilliant and even as an un-skilled beginner I have been pleasantly surprised what has been possible when I have embraced the challenge of modelling as realistically as possible with an open mind. I hope that layouts like yours will continue to show what's possible, inspire people to take up the challenge and release some of the unlocked potential N gauge offers. All the best Dave p.s Of course I say this without wanting to start an OO vs N debate , there are some wonderful OO (&O) gauge layouts out there. Just that I agree with Duncan that N gauges full potential is often not unlocked. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 I agree with you there Duncan. When I compared my 'wish list' for my layout compared with the space available, there was only really one choice and the space was the main factor at the start. But as I am now a bit further into the project I am very happy with the choice to model N gauge. The detail on new RTR stock is absolutely brilliant and even as an un-skilled beginner I have been pleasantly surprised what has been possible when I have embraced the challenge of modelling as realistically as possible with an open mind. I hope that layouts like yours will continue to show what's possible, inspire people to take up the challenge and release some of the unlocked potential N gauge offers. All the best Dave p.s Of course I say this without wanting to start an OO vs N debate , there are some wonderful OO (&O) gauge layouts out there. Just that I agree with Duncan that N gauges full potential is often not unlocked. Me neither, It's really not about one scale versus another, time and a place for all. I see many N layouts mimicing OO ones, perhaps a reappraisal of the intended model at the planning stage could have produced a better N gauge layout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Promise I won't mention the 'C' word it will begin for me on the 24th.... I thought I had better post a photo of 37133 (from my last posting) as now it has had an appointment with the airbrush and it's weathered. It is pictured along with 56014. There's a bit of a story behind this loco. It is a blank body that came from DCC supplies when I purchased a chassis. It was blac and devoid of any lighting glazing detail etches (grids) jumper boxes, handrails etc. So I have either scratch built or taken parts from the spares box to make this loco. I painted the loco and the final stage was to complete the weathering which I did with the 37. I hope you like the finished locos. They are pictured in the fuel off loading siding, with 20214 lurking in the background. Cheers 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Good Evening. Some interlopers at Shirebrook. A side project I have been working on. 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Afternoon, Here are a couple of photos Shirebrook Depot. The interloping class 87's have moved on and here we see more normal motive power for the layout reposing inside the depot shed and probably receiving 'A' exams 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkie Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Wow love the last update Duncan. The ac loco's look superb. And the depot interior details, I am lost for word's. Looking forward to the next update fella Phil.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Wow love the last update Duncan. The ac loco's look superb. And the depot interior details, I am lost for word's. Looking forward to the next update fella Phil.. Thanks very much Phil. I have had Chris and Chris from Model Rail here today photographing and videoing the layout. Article to be published in the ??? issue. For more internal views of the depot please check my Flickr account-link below. https://www.flickr.com/photos/135257675@N08/ Cheers Duncan 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Evening Everybody Well after a long day putting the full layout up and taking down again after Model Rail's photo shoot it's good to finally sit down. Chris and chris had an enjoyable session and the usual strange happenings began as soon as the man shouted action, lights failing, stalls and couplings parting.... no it all went well really. I attach a picture of the 'shoot' in our garage this afternoon, oh yeah and it never stopped raining all day!!!! 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
branchie Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Good Evening. Some interlopers at Shirebrook. A side project I have been working on. Ooooh, these look great. The side project sounds intriguing ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan. Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Ooooh, these look great. The side project sounds intriguing ... Hi branchie, The 87's are as far as I know the last TPM kits in the world. If you know of any more of the kits I would be glad to purchase, best price paid. I built the models shown for a friend and will be shipped shortly. The photographs were taken before final varnish and glazing. I'll try to post a shot of the fully completed kits before I wave goodbye to them! Cheers 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Duncan. Posted December 8, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted December 8, 2018 Good Afternoon Everyone, I think this will be my last post till after Christmas, I'll be busy with preparations with the festivities and a trip to Maida Vale London for the BBC 6 Music Christmas bash, Keaveney's last breakfast show if any of you listen. I digress... I hope to get my drawings for etches completed over the Christmas break, Water Tower, radio mast and railings for the viaduct. I also have 4 NGS Salmons to build and some 'Finetrax' track panels to build as a load. I will try to take some workbench shots during the build to post a step by step sequence if I can in the New Year. Thank you all for your kind and supportive comments and posts, please do continue. I hope this thread has inspired and delighted and I look forward to posting further progress. I am happy to answer any questions you might have, my apologies if sometimes I am slow at replying. We will be at Wigan 2020 (TBC). Thanks Simon for your support with that. The Model Rail photo shoot went really well and I'll let you know what issue Shirebrook will appear in when I can As promised in an earlier post I attach here a few shots of the completed class 87's, now glazed and varnished with a light weathering. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to you all, but most of all enjoy your model making Duncan 20 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padishar Creel Posted December 8, 2018 Share Posted December 8, 2018 Hi Duncan, great work! Love them es grüßt pc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scruff Posted December 13, 2018 Share Posted December 13, 2018 Excellent work on the 87's Duncan, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours too! Cheers Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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