Model Train Journal

Not sure how I missed this thread, absolute beautiful models! Roger knocked it out of the park, even 30 plus years later, the absolute best O Scale UP cars in existence! Erik, if I understand correctly from an earlier post in this thread, you painted the magnificent cars after someone else missed th...

Yep, he’s a hell of a great guy, NMRA MMR, builds beautiful pieces.

He gave a presentation on this particular model at the March Meet and it was featured in a recent OSR article. A great read.

Aaron

Bob,
That’s great work and a unique beautiful piece.

I Try to be faithful to hobby suppliers also, a few years ago switched to Mc Master-Carr. It’s easier where we’re located.

Aaron

The new “craze” in 3R is custom, small quantity, “fantasy schemes” done by certain train stores, ie, Mr Muffin/Train World/etc that are not done by Lionel or MTH in a current catalog. Typically the manufacturer announces the “base” model (in this case a Big Boy) and then the train stores try to fulf...

steamaheadstephen59 wrote:…..There’s one on the bay right now same number in grey for $3000.00 but the eBay price is not always right…..

That one has been on there for at least two years now….there’s a reason for that…

If I understand correctly, you're selling the Key not the USH, is that right? …. An OMI version just sold for $2600-2700 in the same gray paint scheme. For some reason the same model by OMI brings more $$$$ than those imported by Key. I just bought a gray Key Challenger recently with minor damage (...

I need some advise Ive come into a Key UP FEF and I have a KTM vershion which Im happy with. SO Im going to sell it on the Bay. The queston is whats a realistic price to ask for it, a selling price not a sit there for ever price. Its in good nick in the Grey, its missing its elephant ears unfortune...

Beautiful layout. Saw a few YT clips of it in the past and always enjoy the pictures you post.

Yeah, so many believe its only a lie if you get caught. People show remorse for being caught, not for committing whatever they committed. Not any more - now it's all about lying and celebrating the lie! Go on TV, on TikTok, and whatever social media and celebrate.... There's no consequences! BUT…th...

Brass trains are optional in my world. I choose not to participate in the madness anymore. There’s enough of being raped for daily life necessities vs ruining something I enjoy at my workbench. Your mileage may vary. We each have a “balance” the economy is ####ing up daily. There’s a few items I rea...

Those attending could post some pictures it would be greatly appreciated.

Bill D usually brings some nice items, curious what he’ll bring.

Thanks,

Aaron

Any pictures of the rest of the show? Model contest?

How was the new venue? Attendance?

Thanks,

Aaron

That TTT had a history and two people wanted it, so the price escalated quickly. Depending what your tax rate is and add the premium fee, the true price was $5,0000 plus shipping. Not worth that to one of the bidders who walked away. Stout’s is the only place you can get a few hundred dollars worth ...

Butch, Producing parts in volume-no, not that I’m aware. A few parts have been produced by this method but only for individual use. It has its challenges. It is difficult to find casting companies in my area and none want to do small production number projects. One company agreed but the cost of mol...

But, I do understand your point about the casting improvements over the years. There’s some really nice stuff guys spent the time on making masters and that dedication shows when compared to earlier castings. This is an area where 3D printing can really be useful building custom components. The deta...