1466 Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 3 hours ago, Ian Hargrave said: Wrong war.Von Stalheim was Biggles feared opponent in the First World War.ME 109’Gustav’ flew during theSecond World War. Sorry , I beg to differ . Von Stalheim flew in WW1 and in WW2 and survived . Biggles rescued him from imprisonment by the Russians in the Cold War era . Obviously they knew the secret of eternal youth . 1 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1466 Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, TrevorP1 said: I'd read mine if I could find them! I think they're in the loft somewhere. Gimlet as well I think. Kids would probably be banned from reading them these days... Which is a shame as W. E. Jones was a feminist . Yes that’s right.” Worrals “, one of his creations , was a female pilot who , if I recall correctly , shot down a German fighter over England … probably while delivering a Spitfire as an ATA pilot . Edited November 27, 2021 by 1466 Left out “an” . 2 1 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 Wasn't one the books withdrawn from the shelves "Biggles Flys Undone". 1 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted November 28, 2021 Share Posted November 28, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, 1466 said: Sorry , I beg to differ . Von Stalheim flew in WW1 and in WW2 and survived . Biggles rescued him from imprisonment by the Russians in the Cold War era . Obviously they knew the secret of eternal youth . That's the premise of the film where he's portrayed as a time traveller. Not great, but worth a watch if you've got a couple of hours spare. It's easy to find on YouTube. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biggles_(film) Also had a look on Amazon, the books seem readily available as recent editions and even on Kindle and audiobooks. Jason Edited November 28, 2021 by Steamport Southport 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium St Enodoc Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 7 hours ago, TrevorP1 said: I'd read mine if I could find them! I think they're in the loft somewhere. Gimlet as well I think. Kids would probably be banned from reading them these days... Never owned one but borrowed most (all) from the library. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post gwrrob Posted November 28, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted November 28, 2021 Plenty of discussion on the Dapol prairie thread has me comparing it to the Hornby model I bought last year. I've been waiting for the Dapol release to decide whether to keep the Hornby model. This morning I'm none the wiser. Whilst I'm here can I mention that @toboldlygo of this parish is back in hospital and we all send him our best wishes on a speedy recovery. 13 1 1 1 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 TBGo.....all the best. The Prairie Rob. My wallet has been fluttering a bit. Should I wait? The pic of the 61XX had me twitching as there was just the one at Laira. Any thoughts/advice O(about the loco, not to what I should do, where I might go, or my footy team thanks) 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 11 hours ago, Clive Mortimore said: Wasn't one the books withdrawn from the shelves "Biggles Flys Undone". Wot about 'im and GInger then? 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 19 hours ago, 1466 said: Erich von Stalheim is aloft in his Messerschmitt 109G . ”So, we meet again !” How do you get a 109 in a Loft? 1 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold 5BarVT Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 28, 2021 7 minutes ago, Mallard60022 said: How do you get a 109 in a Loft? Easy, but it’s not good for the roof! Paul. 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37Oban Posted November 28, 2021 Share Posted November 28, 2021 Well, not much chance of getting anything done this afternoon, just downloaded "Biggles Takes The Case" to my Kindle. The questions are, which case and where to? Be a bit cold at the seaside! Roja 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37Oban Posted November 28, 2021 Share Posted November 28, 2021 I have just realised there are further questions! Does Algy know which case and where it's going? Is this a code for moving the packing crate from the back of the lorry in Little Muddle? Roja 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 I thought Biggles was a 'sop' with Camels? P 2 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 So Where are the 'nasties then? (Apart from SB Plate) 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted November 28, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 28, 2021 15 minutes ago, Mallard60022 said: So Where are the 'nasties then? (Apart from SB Plate) Looks OK but buyer beware as @Ian Hargrave has said elsewhere it might be a good idea to get the retailer to check the fit of parts is correct before posting. I've found a very nice colour rail photo of 5164 at Brent in 1960 with the late crest too. 13 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Prism Posted November 28, 2021 Share Posted November 28, 2021 (edited) I've seen a number of pics of 6167 in its lined green form, but none with a tall safety valve cover. Edited December 2, 2021 by Miss Prism 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post Ian Hargrave Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted November 28, 2021 34 minutes ago, Mallard60022 said: So Where are the 'nasties then? (Apart from SB Plate) Depends on whether or not you find the gap between the running plate and the tank acceptable.In this example it is at least even so it might not bother you. If he’s reading this best wishes for a good outcome to TBG . Posting this also as still a guest of the NHS ……gaining in stability and mobility…even to the luxury of being to shower myself and wash my hair this morning without assistance . Take care my friend 1 19 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 30368 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 2 hours ago, 5BarVT said: Easy, but it’s not good for the roof! Or the 109! 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted November 28, 2021 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Ian Hargrave said: Depends on whether or not you find the gap between the running plate and the tank acceptable.In this example it is at least even so it might not bother you. If he’s reading this best wishes for a good outcome to TBG . Posting this also as still a guest of the NHS ……gaining in stability and mobility…even to the luxury of being to shower myself and wash my hair this morning without assistance . Take care my friend Oh yes, I see that gap. I don't really need one of these but nostalgia begs me to weaken. P 1 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarrMan Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 On 27/11/2021 at 19:23, 37Oban said: Always wanted a Sopwith Camel! Roja I don't think camels of any breed make very good pets, though possibly slightly better that fish. Lloyd 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold gwrrob Posted November 29, 2021 Author RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2021 3 hours ago, FarrMan said: I don't think camels make very good pets, Perhaps the Sopwith Pup might be a better choice then. 1 1 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted November 29, 2021 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 29, 2021 41 minutes ago, gwrrob said: Perhaps the Sopwith Pup might be a better choice then. A dog of an aeroplane.... 1 1 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Gough Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 6 hours ago, FarrMan said: I don't think camels of any breed make very good pets, though possibly slightly better that fish. Lloyd Depends how many the Bedouin will let you have in exchange for your sister. 1 4 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37Oban Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 16 minutes ago, Nick Gough said: Depends how many the Bedouin will let you have in exchange for your sister. I've lucked out then, don't have a sister! Would my brother do? Roja 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Popular Post toboldlygo Posted November 29, 2021 RMweb Gold Popular Post Share Posted November 29, 2021 I ain't dead, just had stroke that's all 28 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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