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  1. Black 5 Bear
    If you pre-order the Caprotti version, which incidentally is only available as a Hornby web exclusive you have the option to cancel anyway if the product is not as described or indeed not what you expect. A "Win Win" situation in my books which works. Additionally, no money is taken from a prospective purchaser until the item arrives in stock, so giving those who wish to cancel the option. Remember, no one's forcing you to pre-order !
  2. Black 5 Bear
    Maybe people are Pre-ordering these locos rather than commenting on a yet unknown quantity. When you consider the pricing at RRP £249.99 for the steam/sound version, which comes complete with a glowing firebox, operational lamps, this appears to be a very good deal. This model will without doubt be a very popular choice as this class of loco could be seen all over the network. Well done Hornby !
  3. Black 5 Bear
    Or you wait for the inevitable price reductions. Some of the original release L/N locos remain unsold in some shops even though they've been heavily discounted.
  4. Black 5 Bear
    I wouldn't hold your breath on that score. Hornby had the ideal opportunity to address the BR and GWR green on the most recent releases of their King class. Yet again, they paid no attention to comment or customer feedback, producing another run of locos in their now customary insipid/washed out livery.
  5. Black 5 Bear
    Or an exploding boxcar lol ?
  6. Black 5 Bear
    Would that firebox feature apply for all future new releases scheduled to be announced on January the 10th I wonder? This may apply to the delayed, newly tooled Standard 2MT, which already has a metal boiler. It maybe Hornby trying to standardise the firebox feature, which is a standard fitment on Dapol and Accurascale steam locos.
  7. Black 5 Bear
    A few years back Hornby actually accidentally released pictures and details of their forthcoming range before the official announcement date. Maybe we're looking at an all metal bodied HD version 9f with a glowing firebox? I don't recall these features being mentioned when the 2021 range was announced. Happy New Year all !
  8. Black 5 Bear
    Popped into the Papworth brewery bar in Earith Cambridgeshire yesterday before the usual Christmas Eve rituals. A special festive ale was on tap - Three Wise Men which is simply Christmas in a glass ! Wonderful dark beer with hints of oranges, lemon and cinnamon. A very pleasant winter ale at 4.6% ABV. The wife bought me these beauties as an additional present. What a wonderful lady she is. Recommended !
  9. Black 5 Bear
    My absolutely favourite dark beer. Enjoy !
  10. Black 5 Bear
    Bachmann V2 running session on YouTube for those interested parties :- https://youtu.be/uJv48IE7Y8c
  11. Black 5 Bear
    Still tons better than the Hornby rendition of BR and GWR green though
  12. Black 5 Bear
    Good choice !
  13. Black 5 Bear
    Wow ! What an absolutely fantastic model of the Manor class. I'm really looking forward to Q2. Many thanks Fran.
  14. Black 5 Bear
    Morning Fran, Wishing you and all at Accurascale a very Merry Christmas. P.S Is it "M" day yet lol ?
  15. Black 5 Bear
    Ian, A good comparison can be made with this pre production version posted on YouTube earlier in the year.
  16. Black 5 Bear
    You're such a tease Fran !
  17. Black 5 Bear
    Caol Isla, now there's another winner !
  18. Black 5 Bear
    He is indeed a loving friend, Staiuiradair is an absolutely fantastic malt. Enjoy !
  19. Black 5 Bear
    Accurascale have scheduled noon tomorrow the 16th of December for a brand new announcement as was mentioned earlier. Hopefully this will include the Manor loco update. https://youtu.be/R9ZtS7YI4mQ
  20. Black 5 Bear
    Apologies, the video reference was forwarded from a colleague, which is admittedly wrong and yes these are quite obviously pictures. I think looking at the new model you will draw your own conclusions as have I.
  21. Black 5 Bear
    Having seen this Having seen this FB video, I'm rather glad I already have one of the updated DCC chassis versions dating from 2013.
  22. Black 5 Bear
    This can only be described in one syllable, cr@p lol !
  23. Black 5 Bear
    A set of MK2's to complete the KUA nuclear set.
  24. Black 5 Bear
    Plenty of idiots like that I'm afraid. Good on you for calling him out !
  25. Black 5 Bear
    Looks like a trace of oil from the picture, which is not uncommon when locos are shipped. Although I have no use for one, it looks to be a superb model. Lovely !
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