What I really like about this video is it is a real-life demonstration of, it didn't go exactly as planned and it still turned out great. This is a great help to modelers who have problems with perfectionism. That being said, even though you had to deviate from your original plan it came out fantastic and I would be genuinely very happy if I produced this layout
What I really like about this video is it is a real-life demonstration of, it didn't go exactly as planned and it still turned out great. This is a great help to modelers who have problems with perfectionism. That being said, even though you had to deviate from your original plan it came out fantastic and I would be genuinely very happy if I produced this layout
It has been more than a decade since I've even THOUGHT about model trains. Dug up my old lionel for christmas, found this channel, and now I'm back in it.
I have been wanting to get back into model railroading but lacked the room for a decent HO layout. I never gave any thought to N scale back in the 60's when I was doing HO stuff. Nothing was ever completed, and when I got married and lived in an apartment there was NO room for a layout. Now that I'm retired I stumbled back onto N scale and think I could do this kind of a layout. What inspired me was a video about building a layout on a foam core door (available at Home Depot). I DO have room in my garage for something like this. Then just now I found THIS video. Really a nice compact but cool layout. Your scenery skills are amazing. You've given me hope! Thaaank you!
My wife just bought me my first starter train set this Christmas. Watching this video taught me an incredible amount about layout building. Definitely an A+ video and you have a new subscriber.
Thanks for sharing.. this is the type of layout that "Everyman" would be able to accomplish... not a photorealistic, there is not way that is not real sort that takes 3 years and $3000 to do.. but the sort of model that gets done in a month for $300.
Same here. It is real. Not edited to say it all came out perfect first shot. We learn from mistakes so showing mistakes helps everyone learn. In the end it looks awsome, and that is all that matters. Great video.
Hi Steve, I hope you get this message I just bought my very first in scale transit I bought just the train to the cars I still have to buy the track and all that but watching your videos has given me great confidence that I’m going to enjoy this new hobby.
Holy SHoneT Steve, awesome! I once got half way through a HO gauge build until my wife wanted the spare bedroom back in the house. Down hill after that!! Now I thinking my grandson(he is 2) has a fascination for trains at the moment. And he and I sat there for almost an hour just watching a couple of Thomas the tank engine and Co. engines run around in a small circle. Then I thought humm, why not build him small layout that is compact and simple. Next move go to RU-vid and search N gauge....... What do I find "STEVES TRAINS"! And I'm hooked again!! My wife can't deny our grandson his first proper trainset!! Thanks Steve. Loved the Video. Plenty of detail and extremely interesting. Thanks Steve(have I said that already). Peter (Australia)
Very nice layout. I’ve been watching tons of videos trying to find the kind of layout that appeals to me. The N scale is definitely the scale I’m going to build due to space restrictions. Really enjoyed your video. It proves that a small layout can look good. Thank you!
Hi, a lot of effort went into this. In the end it was worth it. The layout came out looking great. Thanks. See ya next time. Oh.....please get yourself a workbench to get yourself up off the floor. My knees, hips, and lower back were all screaming watching you work. Lol.
Steve, this is a great layout. I have the Kato Orient Express train. I’ve wanted a snowy mountain scene resembling the movie. This would be perfect without the building and all snow. Cheers!
This is great work Steve, I'm a firm believer that less is more and this wasn't overly complicated yet you managed a Stella project. I'm embarking on journey and have come realize through your work that planning is key and maintaining that course is crucial..😂
Thx, gave me lots of ideas for my Coffee Table layout. Too bad I won’t be able to work at your speed and finish the layout in 30 minutes. Just kidding if it takes more time so be it, part of enjoyment of the hobby!
This is awesome. I grew up with HO scale. I have a 3x5 space in my basement that is kinda just a waste. This gives so much inspiration that I’m gonna have to make the downsized upgrade! Thanks for sharing.
Lots of good techniques shown and shared. I appreciate it and have learned quite a bit. Realize I have much to high of expectations in doing layouts and scenery. Again thanks.
I'm doing research for my first train layout (Holiday theme) and found your video. Thank you for the details. I agree that the best part is that you leave in changes in plans and show how to roll with the punches. The second best part is the cup you used for your epoxy. WE ARE!! :)
Excellent job in the N scale layout. Kato tracks and remote switch. Atlas and Bachmann tracks in my layout. Life Like 93/4" curve. Peco manual switch insulfrog #8. Code 80 the tracks. DC locomotives.
Another well crafted and informative production. It was so simple, but slightly angling the loop so it is not parallel to the layout edge really makes a great difference. Very inspirational. Thank you.
Very nice work, sir. My layout is also N scale, but a walk-in 12'x8'. I'll be using that same mining kit on mine, so I was very glad to find this video, which provided many good ideas. Thanks for posting.
I've seen plenty of small layouts but they were not always the best, this is one cool layout and when I go to college I'm making something like this for my dorm
Great job as always Steve I’m like you I have no plans I know I’m my head what I want to do and I do it great job looking forward to next build you get a 10 star out of a 5 star selection
