Weathered models by Neil Podbery November 05 2024

The pictures show the fine work done on one of our GWR Castles and one of our GWR 51xx models.

Neil Podbery, being a professional artist is certainly a worthy successor to Martyn Welch. Neil, as you can see has a subtle touch and uses his artistic sensibilities in his use of colour and texture. One of the few people who can add value and realism to your Lee Marsh model.

check out his website http://www.neilpodberyfineart.co.uk

GWR 850 August 13 2024

Axles, crank webs and horn blocks have now all been CNC Machined. Once the wheel centres are ready assembly can begin.

Crank webs are CNC machined from solid brass giving us a strong crank axle assembly

blocks have a rebate for the ball bearings to be fitted

the above axles are to become the crank axles, once assembled the thin portion will be removed

GWR 850 test run December 05 2023

Test running the GWR 850 sample on Bucks Hill. The model happily pulls this short mineral train!

Please note reservations for the 850 project end on 22/12/2023

GWR 850 May 20 2023

Progress is being made on the sample with etches and laser cut parts now made.

GWR 850 March 20 2023

Work has begun on the production sample, with lost wax brass patterns being made. Wheels/crank axle/gearbox are also being made.

Tony Reynalds March 14 2023

Tony sadly passed away last week. He was a friend and mentor. He supported me in this business from the start, from helping with drawings to supportive feedback as well as collecting a number of models. He was always willing to share techniques and was a constant source of encouragement. I will miss our chats and visits. Malcolm Mitchell and I enjoyed many a good chin wag with Tone in the workshop after the Bristol show.

Tony in his workshop.

Castle test run February 24 2023

Double header filmed by Cliff.

Please note as per the project page, each customer will be contacted individually when their model is ready for shipping. Then final invoices will be issued and arrangement's made to ship by DHL.

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