Time for a new project, something a little different. A coach, but in etched brass ! I have built a brass kit, but it's been over 16 years. If there is one thing true in this scale, it's that one should start ones journey into etched kit construction with one of Jim's fantastic kits. The instructions, diagrams and well thought out design of the Connoisseur models range is very well known.
I've wanted to expand my choice of available coaches to form a typical light railway passenger service, which will mostly be run in the form of mixed trains between Boxer Bay & Windrush Junction, where passengers will change trains to "God's Wonderful", or the occasional S&DJR service.
The kit is PMK.7, four wheeled Saloon coach, based on a North Eastern design. It will of course be lettered for my fictional "Boxer Bay Railway", Price was £64 plus wheels. I've already managed to make my first folds & form the tumblehome curve. Since this is my first brass kit in decades I'll be taking it slow. Learning & challenges are all part of the enjoyment & satisfaction of model railways. I hope to construct my first locomotive after this experience.
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