Ozexpatriate Posted June 23, 2015 Share Posted June 23, 2015 (edited) I'm sure that Locomotion will be able to comment on any views expressed in this thread and elsewhere regarding their pricing policy Mike, thanks for sharing. Is there an intended "not" missing from that sentence? By the way, the serif font (Italicized Times?) is a bit hard on the eyes. The default sans serif is much more readable. Edited June 23, 2015 by Ozexpatriate Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
autocoach Posted June 23, 2015 Share Posted June 23, 2015 "Do the Locomotion".....Old song going though my head when I read this thread Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozexpatriate Posted June 23, 2015 Share Posted June 23, 2015 (edited) "Do the Locomotion".....Old song going though my head when I read this thread Yes, but which version of that particularly persistent ear worm? Little Eva, Kylie Minogue, Grand Funk Railroad? I wonder just how many covers it had? Written by the very prolific Goffin-King team in the early 60s music factory around the Brill Building while working for Donny Kirshner. Apparently Carole King recorded it at one time. Fitting since she wrote it. Edited June 23, 2015 by Ozexpatriate Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted June 23, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 23, 2015 Mike, thanks for sharing. Is there an intended "not" missing from that sentence? By the way, the serif font (Italicized Times?) is a bit hard on the eyes. The default sans serif is much more readable. No, no missing 'not' - I remain sure that they would indeed be able to comment (somehow or other) on their pricing policy for their exclusive models should the need arise but it might not come as a response in this thread and I don't think they would have too much to add to what I said on that aspect. But note my use of the word 'policy' - that is obviously not the same thing as debating in any way the price of an individual model - that is obviously a commercial decision within their overall policy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250BOB Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 I bought the Hornby Mag / Bachmann limited edition twin set of D8000 and D8001. I know it sold out, as I bought one of the very last sets, about 5 yrs ago I think.? So I won't be in the market for one of the Locomotion models I'm afraid, and neither will any other purchasers of that twin set, possibly. That said, I'm sure it will sell to collectors again, and sit on a shelf or in a box somewhere. I prefer to run the locos I buy, but everyone to their own I suppose. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
autocoach Posted June 28, 2015 Share Posted June 28, 2015 Yes, but which version of that particularly persistent ear worm? Little Eva, Kylie Minogue, Grand Funk Railroad? I wonder just how many covers it had? Written by the very prolific Goffin-King team in the early 60s music factory around the Brill Building while working for Donny Kirshner. Apparently Carole King recorded it at one time. Fitting since she wrote it. Kylie of course...... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classsix T Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 ...and of course purchase of some truly awful product from the Stock Aitken Waterman Hit Factory (the "S" fell off the sign) also subsequently did much for railway preservation. Funny old world innit?! C6T. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocomotionatShildon Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 Hi everyone I will be sending emails to everyone who has their name on my list for a Class 20 DCC Ready today. A delivery is on it's way and hopefully will arrive this morning. Sound to follow in a couple of weeks. If you haven't reserved one and don't want to miss out, can you send me a message on here or ring my mobile 07766 785333. (I'm working from home) They will go on the website on Saturday morning and I wanted to sort out all the pre orders first! Cheers Sandra Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 Thanks to Locomotion Models for providing a review sample of D8000 in its gloss finish. I'm normally averse to gloss finishes but this looks quite fetching in its polished ex-works condition. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Y Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 Locomotion Models have also kindly provided an unpowered review sample of the pre-production decorated King George V in its limited edition guise which means an opportunity for you to take a close look at the forthcoming King. It is anticipated that delivery of the model, priced at £159.99 will be available early autumn. 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Hilux5972 Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 20, 2015 Absolutely stunning. Thanks for those images Andy. Very excited for the Hornby King Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthesnail96 Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 That first photo of the King is I think the only time I've genuinely had to have a proper second look to determine if it's the real one or not- I scrolled past it to get to the photos of the model the first time before something clicked and I went "hang on a minute"- and it still took a second or two to spot the giveaways! I hope they can replicate that paint finish in production, it's something quite special (and like Mr York, I'm not usually a fan of gloss finishes). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold toboldlygo Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 20, 2015 That first photo of the King is I think the only time I've genuinely had to have a proper second look to determine if it's the real one or not- I scrolled past it to get to the photos of the model the first time before something clicked and I went "hang on a minute"- and it still took a second or two to spot the giveaways! I hope they can replicate that paint finish in production, it's something quite special (and like Mr York, I'm not usually a fan of gloss finishes). Made me do a double take, I half expected to see Andy Y on the footplate Hopefully that front NEM socket is removable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 20, 2015 Made me do a double take, I half expected to see Andy Y on the footplate Hopefully that front NEM socket is removable. Now would you really want to weather one of these ? This is real Page Three glamour. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MikeParkin65 Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 20, 2015 I have absolutely no use for a King yet I believe that this is going to prove irresistible............... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve fay Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 That looks very nice! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocomotionatShildon Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Fantastic pictures Andy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmann Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 (edited) I found this thread quite by accident and by heck that 'King' looks good. Glossy finish always looks best if a model is to be displayed. Edited August 20, 2015 by coachmann Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Those photos remind me of the MRJ 'Loco Portfolios' (IIRC), photo spreads which featured stunning scratch and kit builds by the most highly talented modellers. That really is a very impressive model. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold MikeParkin65 Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 20, 2015 Just showed Mrs P the top two photo's and she couldn't tell it was a model Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Black Hat Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Ah well, resistance finally crumbled today and again my Western region soft spot asserted itself. Having seen the pics an order for the King has been duly placed. It wont have long to go from Shildon to home.... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lofty1966 Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Wowzers ! Hornby upping their game in response to DJ Models entrance ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
9402 Fredrick Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I gave in and sent a reservation email, hopefully there's still gonna be enough left for my reservation to go through, I really want to see what this model will be like in person. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocomotionatShildon Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I gave in and sent a reservation email, hopefully there's still gonna be enough left for my reservation to go through, I really want to see what this model will be like in person. Well done! I saw the pre production sample. Even though it still needed a few tweaks it looked fantastic. I think you will love it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium brushman47544 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 Looks superb. And I like the way Hornby has dealt with the front pony truck and the NEM coupling pocket. Pity Bachmann didn't do something similar for the Modified Hall. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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