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Book review – “Compact Layout Design – Iain Rice”

Posted on April 25, 2015 by snitchthebudgie

One of my favourite reads is an Iain Rice layout design book.  Hidden amongst the slightly bumptious and wordy – but always entertaining – text, there are always inspiring photographs, clever construction techniques, prototype information and neat track plans.  And the … Continue reading →

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There could be some truth in this?

Posted on March 18, 2015 by snitchthebudgie

Sent to me, so I’m unable to give credit where credit is due.  But I suspect it could be very close to the truth”

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If M. C. Escher had photoshop?

Posted on March 4, 2015 by snitchthebudgie

Once again, not quite ‘N’ gauge, but I couldn’t resist reposting these photoshop specials.  Mind you, a couple of them look like some scenery I’ve seen on layouts on the exhibition circuit (though the tip for backscenes looks a good … Continue reading →

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Tower Bridge under construction

Posted on February 26, 2015 by snitchthebudgie

Not quite ‘N’ gauge, but a friend sent me a mail with a series of pictures of London’s iconic Tower Bridge under construction.  They are too good not to pass on.  Perhaps the only railway interest are the tracks for the steam … Continue reading →

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