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It has occurred to me that one way of grouping modelers is by the
fidelity/price of model that they are interested in.

 One group might be more interested in building fleets of cars to fill the
yards on their layouts and may be willing to trade off some level of detail
that may not be readily noticeable from arm’s length or further, for
affordability.  According to what I have seen recently the prices of such
models range from the low $20, where some assembly is required and
decoration may be less than perfect, to the latest releases from the major
players like Walthers that are RTR and beautifully decorated with prices up
to around $50.

Another group is looking for a modeling challenge and/or a contest-level
model.  Manufacturers such as Westerfield, F&C and the new 3D printers like
Plate C produce this type of model which normally requires several hours of
modeling time to complete.  By the time you purchase appropriate trucks,
couplers, paint, decals etc. for these kits, you are looking at $70 or more
but when you finally look at that finished car in all its glory, the
feeling of pride in accomplishment is second to none.

Many of us, I for one, fall into both groups.  I am finishing up a Plate C,
G-12 (video coming soon) that I will bring to the convention next year,
however given the number of hours I have put in, I won’t be building
another.  So, if I were to decide I wanted several G-12s for my layout I
would need to look elsewhere.

I would like to hear from each and every one of you as to whether you
consider yourself to be in the “layout” group, the “contest” group or
“both”.  This should help give me some direction for future projects for
the society model committee.

Thank you in advance for your feedback/help,

Jim Cochran
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