Mike Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 New Level Mill a 7mm Micro Layout New Level, now there’s a name to conjure with. Well no, abracadabra is a name to conjure with, but at least as a name New Level has a certain ring to it. So, questions, what’s it all about, why such a name, what and where is it? I like building layouts simply because my enjoyment comes from the journey, rather than the finished article. I know I should get out more, but then I’m an independent almost recluse like modeller. Well if I must start somewhere it’s better to start at the beginning. New Level is yet another Earl of Dudley based layout and yes, another piece of bunkum. As this will be the 12th layout in a series of Black Country themed layouts, it has as usual my trademark massaged history and geographical manipulation. The layout is a snap shot of part of Round Oak Steel Works Brierley Hill and is based on a 7mm version of the Scalescenes boxfile layout. The name New Level Mill is from the New Level crossing on Level street which if you know the area is not at all level. Pictures to follow 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill_J Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 Hi Mike I will be very interested to see how this develops. regards Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
south_tyne Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 Mike, What a great initial teaser...... I cannot wait to see how this project develops. I have loved following your previous layout projects on RM Web and have enjoyed reading about them in GOG publications too. Your modelling style, techniques and skills are certainly an inspiration to me. It is heartening to see what you can do in a small amount of space in 7mm scale, particularly for someone such as myself who is so limited for space at home. Cannot wait to see more in due course. Thanks for sharing. David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 Looking forward to this Mike. Always enjoyed your builds. Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry1975 Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 55 minutes ago, birdseyecircus said: Looking forward to this Mike. Always enjoyed your builds. Paul Me two. Jerry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivor_harley Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 Mike look forward to your build. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcD Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 You can't keep avoid man down. Looking forward to seeing the new layout. Marc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 14, 2019 Author Share Posted April 14, 2019 Just to prove I have started. Track and Pensnett Railway wagon. 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc smith Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Looking forward to seeing this one develop Mike. Actually, I'm even just looking forward to seeing an overall plan or sketch for now - you have awoken my apetite! Reading your first post, I was just thinking about how I could go about building a really tiny O Gauge micro, depicting a single, small industry.... Called "Complete Bunkum Ltd." Good start on the trackwork Mike 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 17, 2019 Author Share Posted April 17, 2019 Hi Marc, I'll sort out a plan, but if you know my Reely Grate layout it's the same track plan with a wye point instead of a 34" radius right hand. I have started on one of the structures the lower section in the picture in the background. It's my usual method of 2mm liteply which will be skinned with embossed plastiCard. 4 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivor_harley Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Mike nice start to one of the structures. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 20, 2019 Author Share Posted April 20, 2019 A bit more work on the buildings, but need to purchase more materials. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnaby Posted April 26, 2019 Share Posted April 26, 2019 (edited) Now this looks a really micro mini layout and one to follow. Good to find you are building another model Mike. Bets Edited April 29, 2019 by Barnaby Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Dava Posted April 26, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 26, 2019 Lookin' 'Reeley Grate' already! Sorry, couldn't resist that. Look forward to seeing it....soon? Dava Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeoffinOz Posted April 26, 2019 Share Posted April 26, 2019 On 18/04/2019 at 03:08, Mike said: Hi Marc, I'll sort out a plan, but if you know my Reely Grate layout it's the same track plan with a wye point instead of a 34" radius right hand. I have started on one of the structures the lower section in the picture in the background. It's my usual method of 2mm liteply which will be skinned with embossed plastiCard. I am assuming the picture in the background is a hint to the finished model. Looking good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kes Posted April 27, 2019 Share Posted April 27, 2019 Going to be a good one! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 29, 2019 Author Share Posted April 29, 2019 Buildings under construction just propped up to see how it will look once it's finished. Loads of work to do, but I'm getting there. Don't look at the background. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 29, 2019 Author Share Posted April 29, 2019 A touch more work done. 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnaby Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 As ever your touch of realism is there for all to see, great work. Bets Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signalman Rich Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 Don't knock the background, Mike. Looks like some good ideas for storing long thin bits. Are they Pringles lookalike tubes on the right with a cut-down cola bottle on the left with the rear section left to lean brushes etc against? Looking forward to further progress. As usual your layouts are an inspiration. Best wishes Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold RedgateModels Posted April 30, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 30, 2019 Interesting use of the Scalescenes kit as plans for your own method of building 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 1, 2019 Author Share Posted May 1, 2019 Just a touch more done, white glue glazed window in the lower section and a couple of more bits moving forward. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 Just a little bit more work on New Level. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnaby Posted May 2, 2019 Share Posted May 2, 2019 Oh yes Mike looking very good lots of nooks, cranny's and multi shapes and levels. So much interest in such a small space it's very intriguing. I'm enjoying the build journey. Best 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 Thanks Barnaby, just a little bit more work done as gardening has got in the way. 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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