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I have recently started taking your magazine and I must say that it is most enjoyable. My primary interest is gauge 1 in the garden but I have also purchased a Hornby live steam Mallard set with the intention of putting a layout in my attic, I have some 25' x 10 ' available on one side if I am not to use up all my workshop space.
My point is: I have not seen any mention of Hornby live steam in the Hornby magazine. There is also very little comment on the internet about it. I am surprised that it does not command a greater following as it really lends itself to a simple main line type layout for a large space where the trains can be enjoyed running through a countryside setting. In fact with live steam, all you need is a large double track oval and a couple of storage loops; this is what I shall build.
Is there any intention to feature this branch of the hobby in the magazine? As a gauge 1 modeller, I recognise what an engineering feat Hornby have accomplished in producing the live steam range. The locomotives, now available for less than £200 new, are an absolute bargain and my Mallard runs very well indeed. Hopefully, it is just the first of many. If there is not much support for these wonderful creations, perhaps some help from your magazine will create the interest they justly deserve.
Kind Regards
Phil Flint
I have recently started taking your magazine and I must say that it is most enjoyable. My primary interest is gauge 1 in the garden but I have also purchased a Hornby live steam Mallard set with the intention of putting a layout in my attic, I have some 25' x 10 ' available on one side if I am not to use up all my workshop space.
My point is: I have not seen any mention of Hornby live steam in the Hornby magazine. There is also very little comment on the internet about it. I am surprised that it does not command a greater following as it really lends itself to a simple main line type layout for a large space where the trains can be enjoyed running through a countryside setting. In fact with live steam, all you need is a large double track oval and a couple of storage loops; this is what I shall build.
Is there any intention to feature this branch of the hobby in the magazine? As a gauge 1 modeller, I recognise what an engineering feat Hornby have accomplished in producing the live steam range. The locomotives, now available for less than £200 new, are an absolute bargain and my Mallard runs very well indeed. Hopefully, it is just the first of many. If there is not much support for these wonderful creations, perhaps some help from your magazine will create the interest they justly deserve.
Kind Regards
Phil Flint