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I am looking forward to this and heading to the NEC on Saturday. Be good to have a look at the IPMS displays etc. I think we can learn a lot from our military modelling friends esp when comes to things like weathering techniques. I have wondered if multi disciplined shows are the future for large “commercial” shows. It is already done successfully in Europe. If you look at the model boat hobby, they have lost many of their larger “national” type exhibitions. It would be good be maybe see model boats also included in future plans for Key Model World Live. Just my thoughts. Cheers. Bill.
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Photo's Of East Yorkshire Railways
billywhizz replied to Market65's topic in UK Prototype Discussions (not questions!)
Quick silly question, is there still much freight to and from Hull docks. I’m guessing coal imports have now long finished leaving possibly just steel to and from the dedicated handling facility at King George dock? -
Mark 2b, By Accurascale and IRM!
billywhizz replied to Accurascale Fran's topic in Accurascale / Irish Railway Models
You missed the most important one…. 1980’s ScotRail!!!😜 -
Mark 2b, By Accurascale and IRM!
billywhizz replied to Accurascale Fran's topic in Accurascale / Irish Railway Models
It is the announcement of the MK2D that my credit card is afraid of!! -
Had chance to have a good look at the couple of Warwells that arrived earlier. 1st thing that struck me was the weight of the model. I thought the Cavalex Warflat was fairly hefty but these feel heavier. Overall, very pleased with them and a nice addition to the growing military rake. Looking forward to the Trains4U one arriving soon to go with these. Cheers. Bill.
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With the Hattons / Accurascale Warwells now arriving what is the possibilty of some Bedford MK/MJ and TM trucks. Surely these were the back bone of the British Army in the 70’s, 80’s and into the 90’s. PS. Placed a preorder by phone a few weeks back but not had a call yet to take payment. Cheers Bill.
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Had the DPD delivery notification text this morning for my Warwells. Every Accurascale delivery I’ve had has been on a Wednesday. Coincidence I know but I’m sure someone at Accurscale knows that Wednesday is my wife’s day off and the day I have to go into the office. They must love knowing I will have some explaining to do (again) when I get home. At least it is not justifying 2 class 37’s this time!!
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Will be there for the weekend helping @PeteScR with his layout “Brunswick Yard” which was featured in the March edition of BRM
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Just a quick note to add that Revolution Will be displaying the EP samples of the Class 175 & 180 DMU’s for the 1st time at our Modellers day this coming Saturday (6th) Cheers. Bill.
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Mallaig and the Road To The Isles
billywhizz replied to mallaig1983's topic in Modelling real locations
Hi Andy. Hope you are recovering from your cold. Thanks for sharing your updates throughout the year. I find yours and @young37215 layouts inspiring! my goals for 2024 are to make a start my West Highland project and finally get to visit the WHHR (A visit is long overdue!) Happy new year to you and look forward to seeing more progress on the layout in 2024. Cheers. Bill. -
Looking great Gareth! Cant wait to get the SIII’s and early Spartans that I picked up from you at Warley on to my Waflats. Looking forward to the Warwells and loading them suitable vehicles to bolster up my MOD rake even more.
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Photo's Of East Yorkshire Railways
billywhizz replied to Market65's topic in UK Prototype Discussions (not questions!)
Thanks for sharing the plan and photo Mick. The idea for modelling Patrington Station hasn’t gone away and still keeps coming to the front of my mind when thinking about what to do for the next layout project. -
Mallaig and the Road To The Isles
billywhizz replied to mallaig1983's topic in Modelling real locations
Was there yesterday too. Travelled by train No issues to Snow Hill but the trains between New St and International were packed! Agree that it felt quieter but nice having wide aisles. Argh! missed Bron Hebog, one of my favourite layouts. Think the BR Blue O gauge layout might have been Hillport Goods. Enjoyed South Pelaw, it was the layout of the show for me as well. -
Was at Warley yesterday too and agree, it seemed much quieter than previous years. The space used for the show also felt smaller overall but aisles were nice and wide. Some people I have spoken who were there on Saturday were saying it was packed. Completely feel for you, I have forgotten my glasses in the when going to an exhibition, really frustrating!
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Mark 2b, By Accurascale and IRM!
billywhizz replied to Accurascale Fran's topic in Accurascale / Irish Railway Models
Oh yes!! (Sorry forgot about the later “Saltaire” livery!) -
Mark 2b, By Accurascale and IRM!
billywhizz replied to Accurascale Fran's topic in Accurascale / Irish Railway Models
I wouldn’t be at all surprised if Accurascale announced they are going to do MK2D’s they would be the perfect choice to go with the Deltics. Some nice ScotRail liveried 2D’s would be great as well (hint, hint😜) -
Apologies for the delay in getting a spread sheet together. This is what I have so far. Please free to suggest any additions and highlight any errors I’ve made.