The Ghost of IKB Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Anybody who has the body off an SLW class 24 and looked at the chassis will be reassured about there being of a 25/2 in the future.... Why's that then? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37081LochLong Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Why's that then? See post 33 from this thread - http://www.rmweb.co.uk/community/index.php?/topic/105551-rail-exclusive-class-24/?p=2109383 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted March 22, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 22, 2016 The post above announcing the offer! Regards But it won't stop you purchasing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Spoke to Jamie this morning and ordered D5098 & D5107, really looking forward to receiving these superb models in a few weeks time, I'm also looking forwàrd to the arrival of the APT-E in a day or so,spending most of the wait down the pub :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixoh8sixoh Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I'm hoping to get my hands on one of the Tyne Dock ones (though can't pre-order as I'm not an existing customer). Now all we need is someone to make some Consett Iron Ore Hoppers... I remember having one of the Hornby Consett hoppers (that was nothing like the prototype!) and the drop as a kid, and the Tyne Dock to Consett railway line ran within half a mile of my parents' house. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 (edited) I'm hoping to get my hands on one of the Tyne Dock ones (though can't pre-order as I'm not an existing customer). Now all we need is someone to make some Consett Iron Ore Hoppers... I remember having one of the Hornby Consett hoppers (that was nothing like the prototype!) and the drop as a kid, and the Tyne Dock to Consett railway line ran within half a mile of my parents' house. Bear in mind that the loco you get isn't strictly a 'Tyne Docker', it is one of the Gateshead based locos that was subsequently modified for the Consett iron ore trains so you also need the Tyne Dock add on pack and the roof does require some alterations to be accurate. As for the wagons, there are already kits out there for the wagons from either Dave Bradwell (an etched kit with resin details) and Dave Alexander (white metal with resin). Here's one of the Alexander kits that I've built (only 17 more to go ) And a step by step here: http://southpelawjunction.co.uk/wp/?page_id=709 John Edited March 22, 2016 by johndon 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Very very nice John, put me down for a dozen please :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Cheers Brian, I've not tried the Bradwell versions but Alexander's pretty much fall together, all the white metal parts fit with only the very smallest amount of fettling required... John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I could never build a kit as good as that John, my only hope is that one of the big boys produce a RTR version, guess im in for a long long wait though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Walker Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Also available on their website as well now, except the new issue ones. http://www.railexclusive.com/products.php Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixoh8sixoh Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Bear in mind that the loco you get isn't strictly a 'Tyne Docker', it is one of the Gateshead based locos that was subsequently modified for the Consett iron ore trains so you also need the Tyne Dock add on pack and the roof does require some alterations to be accurate. As for the wagons, there are already kits out there for the wagons from either Dave Bradwell (an etched kit with resin details) and Dave Alexander (white metal with resin). Here's one of the Alexander kits that I've built (only 17 more to go ) And a step by step here: http://southpelawjunction.co.uk/wp/?page_id=709 John Thanks John. I'd realised I also need the £7.50 Tyne Dock pack for accuracy, but the reminder's appreciated! That's a lovely looking wagon (well, as lovely as it can be considering the prototype...). I'll investigate those suppliers, thanks! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Cheers Mike. If you are happy soldering multiple layers of brass then the Bradwell kit will do the job but the Alexander kit takes 10% of the effort for at least 95% of the appearance... John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost of IKB Posted March 24, 2016 Share Posted March 24, 2016 (edited) I know that what I'm going to say won't be in any way new or original but I need to say it anyway. My 24081 arrived today. It's a 50 th birthday present to myself - that's how I rationalised the nearly £300 price tag. But what a model, simply light years ahead of my fleet of Bachmann 24's and 25's and worth every single penny. To anyone who, like I was, is still prevaricating about spending what is quite a lot of money replacing something you already have (i.e. a Bachmann 24) don't wait another minute. SLW deserve not only this to be a major success but for us all to gratefully thank them. I'm incredibly pleased with mine, and from tomorrow start saving up for another blue one. The only drawback is it's so beautiful I'm too scared to weather it!! Bravo SLW!! this is stunning! Now please, let me buy some 25's of you as soon as possible. I'm 50 next week and I'm losing my faculties rapidly! BTW - no connection other than very impressed customer. Edited March 24, 2016 by The Ghost of IKB 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted March 24, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 24, 2016 Ordered D 5098 ( 50A) at 12:15 over phone via Phil. E mail received 90 minutes later from Jamie . Ready for my collection at York Show on Saturday.Am contacting Cross Country to lay on an extra 220 to assist with transportation home. Footnote . Spotted the real D 5098 then 52A with plain front at York in September 1960 on a Leeds-Newcastle passenger.What goes round comes round. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 If anyone at York took any photos of D5098 and D5107 would it be at all possible to post them on here please. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin_R Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 MODS - Is there a chance that this topic could be renamed 'Sutton's Locomotive Works' and moved from Smaller Suppliers to its own area in Products and Trade please? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 40-something Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 Great looking loco's these, but out of my price range. I'll stick to Bachmanns rats, however I wish SLW every success as they deserve it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PenrithBeacon Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 The first release has issues with the side grills, have these been resolved in this version? Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted March 27, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 27, 2016 Phil has a stand this weekend at theYork Show.If you are anywhere in the vicinity,then go take a look and have a chat with him and try a demo for yourself ........he even let a couple of young lads try them out,which is brave of him and far-sighted in terms of drawing a young generation into railway modelling,something he wisely recognises Others should take note of his example ...maybe ? The new 24's are as impressive as the first batch.Particularly impressive is the sound version.Superlatives are insufficient to describe the quality and controllability. It was poignant to sit alongside a gent who introduced himself as a former 25 driver who was as mesmerised as we were. As to the grille "issues" abovementioned,you must judge for yourself.I am not getting drawn into that. I collected my D5098.Sadly,only dc analogue...but I'm still delighted with that. A 25,you ask ? He said it would depend on how these 24's sell at the moment...a wisely cautious approach. A plea that he be given a separate topic/thread from me. Given his committment and performance on the SLW stand yesterday,then it is well merited and deserving.Give him your support and a helping hand if you feel you can. I have no axe to grind other than I know a good product when I see....and hear....one. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Gary H Posted March 27, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 27, 2016 As for the "grill issues", its very subjective. In my eyes, there is no issue. It depends on who's eyes are looking at them IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37081LochLong Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 I see the thread has been renamed (but not moved yet) But who are Surtons? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted March 27, 2016 RMweb Gold Share Posted March 27, 2016 I see the thread has been renamed (but not moved yet) But who are Surtons? Sutton's Locomotive Works. Phil Sutton and Jamie Walsh in partnership. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RANGERS Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 The product really is something else, whether its worth the money is entirely down to the buyer but for somebody who was baulking at 4mm diesels breaking the £100 barrier, paying £300 for one which is of no significance in my area of interest, would have seemed laughable just a few months ago but then this came along. I have to confess, I am wondering what the world is coming to, first this and before the year is out we could have Boris Johnston as PM, Donald Trump as US President and Leicester City as Premiership Champions...strange days these! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
37081LochLong Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 (edited) Sutton's Locomotive Works. Phil Sutton and Jamie Walsh in partnership.I wasn't being serious you know? I was on about the wrong spelling of Suttons to Surtons as the thread has been renamed Edit: it's been corrected now Edited March 27, 2016 by 37081LochLong Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Gary H Posted March 27, 2016 RMweb Premium Share Posted March 27, 2016 The product really is something else, whether its worth the money is entirely down to the buyer but for somebody who was baulking at 4mm diesels breaking the £100 barrier, paying £300 for one which is of no significance in my area of interest, would have seemed laughable just a few months ago but then this came along. I have to confess, I am wondering what the world is coming to, first this and before the year is out we could have Boris Johnston as PM, Donald Trump as US President and Leicester City as Premiership Champions...strange days these! I model American H0 for Christ sakes and I bought one! Whats more, I can easily pay £240 for a main stream, mass produced, American H0 sound equipped diesel so I tend to think that these superior SWL models are extremely good value!! You can more than double that price for a big American steam loco. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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