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I tried running my finger over it but removing the greasy mark from the screen afterwards has proved a little difficult. I really need to get it off so that the model can be painted. Sorry about that. I'm not really sure why I tried because I have no idea what shape this engine is meant to be, but so far it does look pretty, and the construction solid.

I'm no expert on the technique or the loco... but you've explained your work really well and the results look very tidy... and, from what I can tell.., pretty "right". Nice model; good project, well explained. well done! Jon

Very nice result shape is very subjective. As a matter of interest I discussed the shape of a A4 with Tony Reynaulds who was making a batch. He used a number of profiles of the cross section and then cut brass panels the same as the prototype and soldered them on because the original was made in a similar fashion the result was good. I suspect that Diesels used pressed panels where the metal is stretched to a curved shape and there is no way we can replicate that (pause for someone to announce they are pressing out panels). So I think you methods are as good as you can get. I am very impressed with the achieved symetry often the hardest bit. Don

Thanks Pete - one to ponder if I'm thinking of a new career move. I must admit that one had not occurred to me. Another thought - a layout on a surfboard? ... maybe not.

Very nice work as usual Andy, That side profile pic is awesome - you have captured the look of it just right with your filling and shaping. With those skills you should be able to find a job as a shaper for surfboards in Hawaii...

Nice selection of trains there Pete. With so many to shuffle around I guess you will be thinking up an elegant way to store all of the loaded cassettes in your fiddle yard... with card mock ups and all? Regards, Andy