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and because no-one this side of the Pacific (or the Tasman (for Woody's benefit ;) ) knows the answer... just what is 20 gauge in metric size????? I think it's 12mm but not sure.

Yup - it's free, interatcive, full of lots of goodies, - and it's got Shamus. Nothing else even comes close. Another excellent shot Shamus

Now Charlie that is just downright bloody clever. I have been using a similar cloth type stuff (actually an insect screen that we use on the sides of our tunnel houses) and soaking it in plaster to use for terrain and had even considered using the same stuff you have (bought REAL cheap thru...

Nah Charlie - I like the original version best. Nothing like that real plastic look :p But I guess your other versions aren't too bad :D In reality - I agree with Rich - just hope that anything I do can turn half as good. I'd even go with a quarter good. All us 'learners' are so darn...

I think the idea of a forum dedicated to tips and tricks is a damn fine one. Tips etc do get included in many threads of most forums, but the big thing is, unless you are reading that particular thread, the tips etc don't get picked up in general. By sticking them into their own 'slot', there...

well hey - I now go back to my original comments in this thread and give you an update.. Actually got to meet the new Asian owner today and it seems I might have to take back my misgivings :) The guy is an ex-Korean Air Force officer AND he is a very keen railway modeller !!!:D :D :D PLUS...

Micheal I know the feeling well. I live about 70kilometers from the nearest any-good-at-all hobby shop and have been carefully building up a good relationship with the owner over the past 5months, only to find that he is selling out to an Asian family. Bummer!:( And his store has arguably the...

Boy Shamus, I do hope you aren't going to go too far away. It has always been great to know that you are there 'watching over us' and to be able to access your talent, wisdom and advice quickly, has always been one hellava bonus. Any one of us can easily understand the constraints of time and...

Love the benchwork Mike - it looks like it is going to be a great layout :) My only question so far is - in view of the lack of insulation (boy you guys don't miss a thing!) - is YOUR ceiling finished ? (are you watching Planeshavings? -lol):D :D :D :D

Planeshavings - no mention of 'that' ceiling being finished :eek: You'll be gretting a growling........:rolleyes: :D :D

Andy - I loved that bit "no fighting over this post.." Really made me chuckle. And besides, it's a;; grown-ups on here and grown-ups never fight ;) :D

another 'wow' Errol. I have to agree about the 'character' of wooden buidings that just doesn't come thru in plastic - and work such as yours sure is an inspiration for wooden kit building. Now where's those darn matchsticks...............................

Tyson that is really great. The ivy is a good touch and the 'old' part of the building really looks the part. I can only hope my finished work(s) come out half as good :) There is nothing like attention to detail.... (are we rating these works on an "out of 10 scale yet?" :D :D :D

Planeshavings - you post as much as you want to friend. I am sure I speak for lots of people in here who would say that they love to see anything - no matter how 'boring' the sender/poster may think it is. We all can learn something new from watching others. And Errol - what you say is so...

I bought a Badger set 28 years ago, and I tell you, it's still in the box unused. I kinda got too handy with the brushes instead and never got the courage to try out airbrushing. Going to give it a serious thrashing this time round tho :D And I agree with Bill S - as long as you are using...

Thanks Bill - but you could be sorry! You have plenty of room for a 30' shipping container in your yard ??? ;) :D I have sent emails to Micro Mark to see if they can send stuff, but there is always the problem of "dangerous goods" shipping.

Shamus, as a 'learner' I look at everything you do with absolute awe and amazement and think that you could not possible surprise me anymore. But this photo is just awesome. You provide such a HUGE inspiration to everyone I am sure, no matter at what level their modelling skills - to say...

Woodie - I got your message and tried to send you a reply, but they say your mail box is full :eek: Bit of a bugger to be so popular :D :D :D :D :D Or are you just a slow reader :rolleyes:

Damn guys ! That Micro-Mark site is awesome. I spent ages drooling over the stuff in there. Just not fair. I have made a few phone calls and no-one in this country has the stuff. I mean - railroad tie and bridge stain ! wow..... Mind you, does take some of the fun out of coming up with your...

Haven't got round to planning too much in the way of signals and other lights etc as yet - but very good tip on the switches. As you say, it is far better to put this stuff in first than come up with it all later. And that's part of my problem on the length of time I am taking on even starting...