The Professional Approach to Model Railways

Author:   John Wylie
Publisher:   J H Haynes & Co Ltd
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
ISBN:  

9781844256792


Pages:   224
Publication Date:   26 March 2009
Format:   Hardback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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The first edition of this book sold extremely well when first published in 1987, reprinting twice during the 1990s. Written by a professional model-maker, this is a fascinating insight into high-end railway modelling and a great source of inspiration for beginners and experts alike. The second edition has been significantly updated with new material and photographs, and covers the many technological developments since the previous edition, such as digital command control. This book is an essential addition to the bookshelves of all serious railway modellers.

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Author:   John Wylie
Publisher:   J H Haynes & Co Ltd
Imprint:   J H Haynes & Co Ltd
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 21.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 27.00cm
Weight:   1.012kg
ISBN:  

9781844256792


ISBN 10:   1844256790
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   26 March 2009
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.

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A unique look at railway modelling from the very top end of the hobby. Shows methods used by the professional model maker. Completely rewritten with new photographs and illustrations. Three specially built new layouts. Projects for beginners and advanced modellers. Includes updates in model railway technology, including digital command control and a more thorough explanation of conventional wiring. Understanding maps and contours, designing the layout, building the baseboard. Making buildings, painting and weathering, track laying and signalling.

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John Wylie is a professional model-maker and photographer. He specialises in making architectural models for large commercial property developers, for films and for television. He has lectured on model-making at various universities and colleges for over 30 years, and has written numerous magazine articles on the subject. He lives in Erith, Kent.

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