A daily updated blog typed by someone with painty hands, oil under his fingernails and the smell of solder in his nostrils who likes making all sort of models and miniatures. And fixing things.
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Bachmann 1F
"What?!?!"
"Another RTR loco? That's the second one you've bought this year!", I hear you cry.
Guilty as charged. I appear to have fallen in to the trap that has already snared so many modellers. I have bought a toy chuffer just because I like it.
It's been a long process. The first production shot appeared over a year ago and the moment I saw the detailed cab, I knew I wanted one. Yes, there is no use for it at all on any of my layouts, but I don't care.
Just look at the exquisite workmanship going on in here. I'd struggle to produce a kit that looked this good and not just 'cos I'm not very good at making things. This little loco simply oozes character.
Of course, the cab glazing includes a joining piece that is very visible. And we really need a crew in there. It's far too clean too.
Basically, I've bought one and now (according to a proper collector) I'm working out how to ruin it.
RTR collectors, I've never understood them...
ReplyDeleteIs it not just the thing for Melbridge Dock?
ReplyDeleteWheelbase is probably a bit long for the tighter curves. I'll try it next time the layout is assembled.
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