HO scale K2 was HO Scale decals (NW Modeling List)

Wed Sep 30 16:20:03 EDT 2020

Thanks!

On Wed, Sep 30, 2020, 4:03 PM NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
wrote:

> David,
>
> The Brass M that we were gathering information on a few years ago was a
> trial balloon sent out by a startup importer that went under after one or
> two models.  To the extent that we were filled in, and the details are kind
> of murky, they collapsed shortly after getting some info and drawings from
> the Society.
>
> Again, periodically some brass M's show up on BrassTrains.com and on other
> lists.  The LMB M is kind of ancient now, but is going for less than a new
> imported M and probably a hybrid M would cost.  Detail could use some
> upgrade.  Mine runs well.
>
> Frank Bongiovanni
>
> On Tue, Sep 29, 2020 at 8:53 PM NW Modeling List via NW-Modeling-List <
> nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>
>> Problem is many don't respond to any announcements for proposed engines
>> for several reasons. A big reason is most require a firm reservation and
>> cash commitment. Many of us are a bit timid about that method of doing
>> business. Ask those who have paid in advance for the B&O I-1 and I-5
>> cabooses that are SEVERAL YEARS late and no immediate release date. Not
>> even any response from the company.
>>
>> This happens and once in a while you lose everything. Most companies do
>> eventually produce and deliver but who wants their money tied up for maybe
>> years waiting?
>>
>> Others hold off responding because they figure there will be plenty of
>> people responding so why me too? That really hurts us too.
>>
>> It would sure be nice to have more nice quality brass M's but something
>> along the likes of a Spectrum M would be most welcome. Thankfully BLI likes
>> big engines and Pennsy so I doubt if they will produce a problem M for us.
>>
>> Roger Huber
>> Deer Creek Locomotive Works
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 29, 2020, 07:01:26 PM CDT, NW Modeling List <
>> nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> What ever happened to that person that planned a brass m? I'm assuming we
>> did not get near 50 reservations that seems to be what you need to profit
>> at least per a importer site I was on.
>>
>> David Baker
>>
>> On Tue, Sep 29, 2020, 6:23 PM NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Yeah I agree Roger I’d love to see someone like broadway limited do a go
>> brass hybrid M,M1 or M2 just my thoughts. It be nice to have a nice version
>> of 475 that isn’t brass.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> Jeff Mueller
>>
>> On Sep 29, 2020, at 9:38 AM, NW Modeling List via NW-Modeling-List <
>> nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>>
>> 
>> The only HO scale K-2 streamlined model I know of was the one by KEY.
>> Sunset had announced one in O and HO but never came through with the HO
>> model.
>>
>> I saw a nice model done by a fellow using the Spectrum USRA 4-8-2 and
>> some cobbled up Bachmann J shells. Obviously the boiler and all was
>> oversized but he had fun, it looked decent and much cheaper then the KEY
>> version.
>>
>> The KEYs are common items on feebay and I've seen them run from $395 way
>> up to $895 unpainted. I always hoped Bachmann would make a K-2 streamlined
>> using their available (at the time) USRA mechanism.
>>
>> I'd still rather see a Spectrum quality M or M-2!
>>
>> Roger Huber
>> Deer Creek Locomotive Works
>>
>>
>> On Monday, September 28, 2020, 12:57:59 PM CDT, NW Modeling List <
>> nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> @Jimmy,
>>
>> Do you know which manufacture it was? I know Key did it in ho scale and I
>> think Dunset did it as well just wondering.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> Jeff Mueller
>>
>> On Sep 28, 2020, at 11:58 AM, NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> 
>> I used to have one of the brass K2a's. I didn't think that it was done
>> very well. Especially the skyline casing.
>>
>> Jimmy Lisle
>>
>>
>>
>> Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
>>
>>
>> There is a brass K2 out there in small numbers. The quantity of shells
>> for which there would be a market in plastic is in the dozens, too few for
>> the big manufacturer but just right for 3D printers who produce to the
>> demand. Browser produced mountain drive kits and there are still many good
>> IHC mountains out there.
>>
>> Jeff Cornelius
>>
>>
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>> On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 NW Modeling List via NW-Modeling-List <
>> nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>>
>> Slim and none. And that is optimistic!
>> You can, however, get a K2 in O scale.
>>
>> Jim Kehn
>>
>>
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>> Subject: Re: HO scale decals (NW Modeling List)
>>
>> This is just a question for th group what do y’all think the odds would
>> be that we could get a plastic or die cast model of the N&W K2 K2A
>> Streamlined locomotives in ho scale? Thanks for your thoughts and hope
>> everyone is doing well.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> Jeff Mueller
>>
>> On Sep 22, 2020, at 5:03 PM, NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> 
>> I like your idea and would use the decals you propose.
>> Walter Davis, Youngsville, NC
>> On 9/22/2020 11:24 AM, NW Modeling List wrote:
>>
>> One other factor to consider when the time comes to put together the
>> decal sheet.  Do you include extra builders plates and class badges for
>> known factory painted models that are lacking them, like the Broadway A's
>> and J's?  Bare in mind I am not expecting an answer on this, just trying to
>> generate discussion as Shellscale and the Society decide what needs to be
>> included in the set, and how many of each.  But I do think there will be a
>> market not just for people painting models for the first time, but also
>> people who have either factory or custom painted models that they would
>> want to go back and add these details to.  If I have to buy 6 sets to apply
>> builders plates to 8 engines, I will, but if I could do the same number of
>> engines and only buy 2 sets, that would be great.  It all depends on how
>> many decals you have to arrange on the sheet, or sheets (A lot of
>> Shellscale sets have used 2 sheets).
>>
>> Also, one revision I like on the most recent Microscale sheet is they
>> supplied black backgrounds for the builders plates, which makes a big
>> difference if applying them to an engine with a smoke box that lacks the
>> boiler jacketing.
>>
>> Marty Flick
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>> Subject: Re: HO scale decals (NW Modeling List)
>>
>> While excursion era 611 decals have no interest for me I think Marty has
>> the right idea. If going for the ultimate steam set then that should also
>> be a part of it.
>>
>> Roger Huber
>> Deer Creek Locomotive Works
>>
>>
>> On Monday, September 21, 2020, 03:46:10 PM CDT, NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Not to open up a can of worms, because I know some people are sensitive
>> about this, but any possibility of throwing in a couple of excursion era
>> graphics for 611 on the decal sheet?  For example, decals for the Robert
>> Claytor plaque and the "I am the thoroughbred of steam..." sticker?
>>
>> I'd buy the set either way, but if we are going for the ultimate N&W
>> steam decal set, why not include as much as possible?
>>
>> Marty Flick
>>
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>> Sent: Sunday September 20 2020 6:45:42PM
>> Subject: Re: HO scale decals (NW Modeling List)
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>> Richard and I have already been discussing this and it will be correct.
>> Believe me.
>>
>> Besides builders and class plates, I am thinking headlight number boards,
>> number plates, all sizes and designs of steam, cabside lettering,
>> appropriate tender tank lettering, etc. etc.
>>
>> Ken Miller
>>
>> > On Sep 20, 2020, at 1:39 PM, NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>> >
>> > All
>> >
>> > I would love to see some N&W Steam Decals produced with research and
>> techniques up to 2020 standards. The B&O folks just got a set in the last
>> year with the correct lettering style. Archive research throughout the
>> hobby has brought these fine details to the fore. Let's include a detailed
>> usage guide so you don't have to guess about which lettering size goes
>> where.
>> >
>> > But please let's not forget about some of the smaller size locos like
>> G, M and W and maybe we can get some of those older brass models out of
>> closets and from underneath layouts and taking places of honor on top of
>> the layout. No. 6 has gathered a lot of dust waiting.
>> >
>> > Stoney
>> > Rick C. Stone
>> > NWHS #0001
>> >
>> >
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>> >> Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2020 07:21:04 +0000 (UTC)
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>> >> It would be nice to have these decals in n-scale.
>> >> Jeff Wood
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>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
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>> >> Marty,
>> >>
>> >> I checked the ShellSclae, K4, and Tichy offerings but there is nothing
>> >> really on point; Tichy offers the stripe set for the J, and has a
>> generic
>> >> set of builders plates. Otherwise zilch. Perhaps the NWHS Modeling
>> >> committee could address this issue.
>> >>
>> >> Jim Brewer
>> >>
>> >> On Sat, Sep 19, 2020 at 8:48 PM NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> >> wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> Other than Microscale, are there any choices for HO scale N&W steam
>> >>> locomotive decals that include the builders plates and class badges? I
>> >>> ordered Microscale's latest revision, and while it does finally put
>> the
>> >>> builders plates and class badges in more of a bronze or brass color
>> instead
>> >>> of dulux gold like the lettering, it still has a poor selection of
>> classes
>> >>> repesented on the plates and badges. There are no A's, and no Y's
>> other
>> >>> than Y6b. Their O scale revision includes these additional classes,
>> so it
>> >>> is frustrating that the HO version still does not. I've looked around
>> but
>> >>> can't find any currently in production other than Microscale. I know
>> the
>> >>> Champ sets don't have the plates and badges I am looking for. Are
>> there
>> >>> any options besides finding an appropriately sized "A" in another set
>> and
>> >>> combining it with the Microscale?
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty Flick
>> >>>
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>> >> Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2020 09:38:46 -0400
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>> >> I agree, But I doubt if it will be done, We seem to be in the minority
>> >>
>> >> Joe Grzelak
>> >>
>> >> On 9/20/2020 3:21 AM, NW Modeling List wrote:
>> >>> It would be nice to have these decals in n-scale.
>> >>>
>> >>> Jeff Wood
>> >>>
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>> >> Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2020 11:42:22 -0400
>> >> From: NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> >> To: NW Modeling List <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
>> >> Message-ID: <mailman.1094.1600617989.10487.nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
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>> >> Marty
>> >>
>> >> The Society can do the N&W steam decals, the Microscale set is a bit
>> undersized for the 10 inch letters. However, we have to order a fairly high
>> number of sets to keep the pricing reasonable, and therefore demand must be
>> there for the investment of time.
>> >>
>> >> They can be done with correct builder?s plates and class plates (Class
>> J plates were chromed, I believe the streamlined K2 plates were also
>> chromed) and bronze for most of the others, the Y3s were cast iron I know
>> for sure, class plates bronze.
>> >>
>> >> We could also include the correct early small cab size lettering, and
>> the aluminum color lettering for passenger power.
>> >>
>> >> It all depends on demand.
>> >>
>> >> Best
>> >> Ken Miller
>> >>
>> >>> On Sep 20, 2020, at 10:41 AM, NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty,
>> >>>
>> >>> I checked the ShellSclae, K4, and Tichy offerings but there is
>> nothing really on point; Tichy offers the stripe set for the J, and has a
>> generic set of builders plates. Otherwise zilch. Perhaps the NWHS Modeling
>> committee could address this issue.
>> >>>
>> >>> Jim Brewer
>> >>>
>> >>> On Sat, Sep 19, 2020 at 8:48 PM NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>> >>> Other than Microscale, are there any choices for HO scale N&W steam
>> locomotive decals that include the builders plates and class badges? I
>> ordered Microscale's latest revision, and while it does finally put the
>> builders plates and class badges in more of a bronze or brass color instead
>> of dulux gold like the lettering, it still has a poor selection of classes
>> repesented on the plates and badges. There are no A's, and no Y's other
>> than Y6b. Their O scale revision includes these additional classes, so it
>> is frustrating that the HO version still does not. I've looked around but
>> can't find any currently in production other than Microscale. I know the
>> Champ sets don't have the plates and badges I am looking for. Are there any
>> options besides finding an appropriately sized "A" in another set and
>> combining it with the Microscale?
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty Flick
>> >>>
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>> >> Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:30:38 +0000
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>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> >> To: "'NW Modeling List'" <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
>> >> Message-ID: <mailman.1095.1600619825.10487.nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
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>> >> Two questions then:
>> >> How do we show our interest for the Society to gauge demand?
>> >> Rather than the Society invest in the production, could you first
>> >> engage with MicroScale to offer a further update of their decal?
>> >> Marty Flick
>> >>
>> >> -----------------------------------------From: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> To: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> Cc:
>> >> Sent: Sunday September 20 2020 12:23:08PM
>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
>> >>
>> >> Marty
>> >>
>> >> The Society can do the N&W steam decals, the Microscale set is a bit
>> >> undersized for the 10 inch letters. However, we have to order a fairly
>> >> high number of sets to keep the pricing reasonable, and therefore
>> >> demand must be there for the investment of time.
>> >>
>> >> They can be done with correct builder?s plates and class plates
>> >> (Class J plates were chromed, I believe the streamlined K2 plates were
>> >> also chromed) and bronze for most of the others, the Y3s were cast
>> >> iron I know for sure, class plates bronze.
>> >>
>> >> We could also include the correct early small cab size lettering, and
>> >> the aluminum color lettering for passenger power.
>> >>
>> >> It all depends on demand.
>> >>
>> >> Best
>> >> Ken Miller
>> >>
>> >>> On Sep 20, 2020, at 10:41 AM, NW Modeling List wrote:
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty,
>> >>>
>> >>> I checked the ShellSclae, K4, and Tichy offerings but there is
>> >> nothing really on point; Tichy offers the stripe set for the J, and
>> >> has a generic set of builders plates. Otherwise zilch. Perhaps the
>> >> NWHS Modeling committee could address this issue.
>> >>>
>> >>> Jim Brewer
>> >>>
>> >>> On Sat, Sep 19, 2020 at 8:48 PM NW Modeling List wrote:
>> >>> Other than Microscale, are there any choices for HO scale N&W steam
>> >> locomotive decals that include the builders plates and class badges? I
>> >> ordered Microscale's latest revision, and while it does finally put
>> >> the builders plates and class badges in more of a bronze or brass
>> >> color instead of dulux gold like the lettering, it still has a poor
>> >> selection of classes repesented on the plates and badges. There are no
>> >> A's, and no Y's other than Y6b. Their O scale revision includes these
>> >> additional classes, so it is frustrating that the HO version still
>> >> does not. I've looked around but can't find any currently in
>> >> production other than Microscale. I know the Champ sets don't have the
>> >> plates and badges I am looking for. Are there any options besides
>> >> finding an appropriately sized "A" in another set and combining it
>> >> with the Microscale?
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty Flick
>> >>>
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>> >> Microscale does offer their N&W steam set in N scale. I believe it is
>> >> identical to the HO, so the limited builders plates and class badges
>> >> remain. If Microscale were to further revise their HO set, the N scale
>> >> would probably receive the same updates.
>> >> Marty Flick
>> >>
>> >> -----------------------------------------From: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> To: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> Cc:
>> >> Sent: Sunday September 20 2020 11:43:08AM
>> >> Subject: Re: HO scale decals
>> >>
>> >> I agree, But I doubt if it will be done, We seem to be in the
>> >> minority
>> >>
>> >> Joe Grzelak
>> >> On 9/20/2020 3:21 AM, NW Modeling List wrote:
>> >> It would be nice to have these decals in n-scale.
>> >> Jeff Wood
>> >>
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>> >> To: nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org
>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
>> >> Message-ID: <mailman.1100.1600620144.10487.nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org>
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>> >> ?Up to the minute update: With the assistance of the Society,
>> ShellScale Decals will be producing the steam set in 2021 in HO, O and N
>> Scale.?If you are familiar with our quality you know this will be a good
>> thing.?Richard D. ShellShellScale Decals?In a message dated 9/20/2020
>> 12:37:11 PM Eastern Standard Time, nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org writes:?
>> >> Two questions then:?How do we show our interest for the Society to
>> gauge demand??Rather than the Society invest in the production, could you
>> first engage with MicroScale to offer a further update of their
>> decal??Marty Flick
>> >>
>> >> ?
>> >> -----------------------------------------
>> >> From: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> To: "NW Modeling List"
>> >> Cc:
>> >> Sent: Sunday September 20 2020 12:23:08PM
>> >> Subject: Re: HO N&W Steam Decals
>> >>
>> >> Marty
>> >>
>> >> The Society can do the N&W steam decals, the Microscale set is a bit
>> undersized for the 10 inch letters. However, we have to order a fairly high
>> number of sets to keep the pricing reasonable, and therefore demand must be
>> there for the investment of time.
>> >>
>> >> They can be done with correct builder?s plates and class plates (Class
>> J plates were chromed, I believe the streamlined K2 plates were also
>> chromed) and bronze for most of the others, the Y3s were cast iron I know
>> for sure, class plates bronze.
>> >>
>> >> We could also include the correct early small cab size lettering, and
>> the aluminum color lettering for passenger power.
>> >>
>> >> It all depends on demand.
>> >>
>> >> Best
>> >> Ken Miller
>> >>
>> >>> On Sep 20, 2020, at 10:41 AM, NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty,
>> >>>
>> >>> I checked the ShellSclae, K4, and Tichy offerings but there is
>> nothing really on point; Tichy offers the stripe set for the J, and has a
>> generic set of builders plates. Otherwise zilch. Perhaps the NWHS Modeling
>> committee could address this issue.
>> >>>
>> >>> Jim Brewer
>> >>>
>> >>> On Sat, Sep 19, 2020 at 8:48 PM NW Modeling List
>> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> <nw-modeling-list at nwhs.org> wrote:
>> >>> Other than Microscale, are there any choices for HO scale N&W steam
>> locomotive decals that include the builders plates and class badges? I
>> ordered Microscale's latest revision, and while it does finally put the
>> builders plates and class badges in more of a bronze or brass color instead
>> of dulux gold like the lettering, it still has a poor selection of classes
>> repesented on the plates and badges. There are no A's, and no Y's other
>> than Y6b. Their O scale revision includes these additional classes, so it
>> is frustrating that the HO version still does not. I've looked around but
>> can't find any currently in production other than Microscale. I know the
>> Champ sets don't have the plates and badges I am looking for. Are there any
>> options besides finding an appropriately sized "A" in another set and
>> combining it with the Microscale?
>> >>>
>> >>> Marty Flick
>> >>>
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