davefromacrossthepond

I thought I spotted a typo there . "Last-century"? The picture can't be of the 1800s, there are cars there. Oh wait . . . . gosh darn it Howard, you're making me feel old! Seriously, looks like a great issue indeed. Living over here, perhaps I am not as familiar with "Hornby" as y'all are so I do look forward to learning more about the iconic brand. Dave

I think what you meant to say was: " . . . . and being at such a high level of wisdom now where I . . . " Dave

This article may help. https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/pointing-and-calling-japan-trains Dave

Touch of Grey - The Grateful Dead

How did the Indians cut down the amount of smoke from those Alcos?

Kiss Me - Sixpence None the Richer

I guess I didn't edit my post quick enough! lol Okay, I have to ask. We call it "The American Revolution" or "The War for Independence." Do y'all ever call it "The War of Good Riddance"?

Well, then I guess I'm nuts too. The first thread I check out when I log on is this one. Even if the jokes are repeats, they still make me smile, or even laugh! (Heck, even the "groaners" can be fun.)

Richard, I believe the saying is "go big or go home." Seriously, looks like you are off to a good start. I'll be watching your progress as someday I would love to give a go at a locomotive kit. Good luck!! Dave

Dave, Congrats! A great Christmas Present for yourself. Enjoy! Dave

Nick, Way cool present you got yourself there! Given your experience with Lenz, NCE and Digitrax, your thoughts and opinions would be of interest. Dave

I'll take this opportunity to say that I wish all of you and yours the happiest (and safest) of holiday seasons and to give a sincere "thank you" for everyone on here who has helped me learn so much about how y'all do things on your side of the Atlantic both model and prototype. Looking forward to another great year! Dave

Wonder what happened to the third guy when he got home with it.

My guess is that one of the manufacturers will come out with something that doesn't fit my scale, gauge, era nor railway, but I'll buy one anyways.

Don't Pay the Ferryman - Chris de Burgh

As an American it really is quite confusing. I was always taught that "British" and "Great Britain" refers to England, Scotland and Wales. "United Kingdom" includes Great Britain and Northern Ireland. If so, does that mean Brexit (British Exit) doesn't include Northern Ireland? (Yeah I know this has the potential of opening a whole bunch of argument). Of course the number of my countrymen who believe Canada is one of the "United States" can be quite embarrassing. Oh well. I will say this though - I do hope all of you will accept my sincere best wishes that you and yours have the happiest (and safest) of holiday seasons. Reading this thread keeps me sane when it seems that the world has gone crazy. You guys (and gals) rock!

Ok guys, I'll admit it. I didn't "get it" at first. Even after several readings I was still clueless. My wife, read it once and began laughing big time. Upon explaining it to me I don't know if I was laughing harder at the joke or at my inability to figure it out. Oh well, luckily she's around to explain things to me.

I have to say round two of this thread has been just as interesting to me as the first. What makes the latest posts even more interesting to me is the increased amount of knowledge I have gained over the past three years in both British prototype and model railways - nearly all of it has been gained through all the fine folks on this website. I am looking forward to seeing how much more I will learn about this and other topics! You guys rock!!

Perhaps the nameplates had been removed as they, I would guess, are easily pilferable, and would most likely disappear should the truck carrying the locomotive stop for any reason.

At one time Walthers had a 1/87 kit of a DC3/C47. I believe also a P51. Hard to find but every now and then I see one at a show or on eBay.

At one time I was very interested in laying my own track and after buying a small amount of different things figured that I would do it using C&L materials. Then, there was the problems that I think everyone is familiar with. I soon put the idea of laying track out of my mind. Now, however and thankfully, the thought is back on. While I might never bring this to fruition, I am very happy to see that it appears that C&L is back on track (pun intended). Let's hope it just continues to get better!

They say that 40 is the new 30 They say that 50 is the new 40 But all I know is, the older I get, the more 9 PM is the new midnight.

I believe the way it works is . . . . . she picks a film, you pick a film that she tells you you like, she picks a film, etc.

Something like this? https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-Dial-Metal-Lock-Box-Key-Safe-Vault-Door-Hanger-for-Realtor-Real-Estate/323881287355?hash=item4b68d43ebb:g:4GsAAOSwO5JdT3i7

Let's hope so. I was pretty happy with the past version so if Metcalfe revises/improves it, I will definitely buy at least two!