I got mine, too.
Hey, Joe, welcome to the Gauge.
I agree with your thoughts on RMC: not as glamorous as MR, but lots of good solid information, both on modelling and on prototypes. I always enjoy the feature articles, where they look at a subject in depth, sometimes over 2 or 3 issues. Bob Walker's column on scratchbuilding provides good material for both novice and pro, and Keith Wills offers an interesting monthly look at the history of our hobby, through his "Collectors Consist". My favourite, though, is Ted Culotta's ongoing "Essential Freight Cars", a "must read" for anyone modelling the transition era (or earlier). Another positive aspect, at least for me, is their frequent articles on Canadian subjects, which gives more than a passing nod to the fact that railroading here, both real and modelled, is part of a continent-wide system.
When I retired, I had to decide which of my train magazines I could afford to continue receiving. RMC and Classic Trains stayed, along with the occasional issue of Mainline Modeler, while MR and Trains were dropped. I do continue to follow the latter two online.
Wayne
