Hennock was inspired by my eldest daughter whilst sat on the platform of Staverton Station in Devon.
In an effort to get away from Ready to Run I chose 3mm scale to model this layout having previously exhibited a large Tri-ang TT layout. I hope the ramblings that all to frequently appear will be of use to you no matter what scale!
The track diagram shows a simple passing station with a couple of sidings. All track is PECO Hom-12mm gauge with turnouts operated by the wire in tube method. Control is provided by Gaugemaster HH with feedback.
Locos are mostly whitemetal kits running on etched chassis powered by Mashima 9/16 motors with Branchlines 40:1 gearboxes. Wheels are Markits with the latest 3mm Society products being introduced.
Coaches consist of Society 'B' Sets and coaches from etches by Worsley Works, Brynkits and 3SMR. A vast range of wagons are from the 3mm Society list with Finney and Smith providing the China Clay , Gunpowder and a few etched kits.
Hennock has appeared in Railway Modeller and Model Rail.
Please visit the links to the left - 3mm is the Premier Scale for modellers-

Hennock

Hennock
General view of Layout.The facia has since been varnished.

The Degree Inn

The Degree Inn
In recognition of my eldest Daughter's achievement. She is also the one who gave me the push to build the layout.

14XX and Autocoach

14XX and Autocoach
Shows Station building-based on Staverton.

Hennock Track Plan

Hennock Track Plan

Thursday, March 20, 2014

Valejo Black Surface Primer.

Those of you who have been paying attention may have remembered that I had a number of white metal figures to paint. Being somewhat lazy (or Knac****) of late I hadn't the time or inclination to venture into my still wet shed.
So I was looking for a household friendly primer, preferably acrylic.
Whilst browsing I found this- Surface primer by Valejo. I know their paints are good because Tom- The Weatherman , always uses them and I had heard that this black primer would do what I wanted- time will tell.
I got this and a few other things which I will bore you about later in the week from Antenocitis Workshop -their service is excellent and have keen prices- no other connection other than a satisfied customer.

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