Step-by-step instructions and an illustrated teaching method take the mystery out of constructing model railroad benchwork. Covers the materials and tools necessary and the rudimentary skills required to make sturdy benchwork for any size or scale layout.
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19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
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A highly recommended "how-to" book for devoted woodworkers,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Basic Model Railroad Benchwork: The Complete Photo Guide (Model Railroader) (Paperback)
Basic Model Railroad Benchwork: The Complete Photo Guide by model railroading expert Jeff Wilson, is thoroughly "user friendly", step-by-step guide illustrated with numerous full-color photographs on building the foundation and layout for a model railroad hobbyist. From choosing the proper tools and using them with the utmost regard to safety, to meticulously measuring and crafting a sturdy benchwork (perhaps mounted on the wall to save space), to crafting smoothly integrated backdrops and more, Basic Model Railroad Benchwork is a highly recommended "how-to" book for devoted woodworkers and model railroading enthusiasts.
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By Duane N. Hampton "Model Railroader In HO Gauge" (In South West Michigan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Basic Model Railroad Benchwork: The Complete Photo Guide (Model Railroader) (Paperback)
In simple terms, I could not have asked for a more easy to understand compilation of explanations and pictures!! As well as being highly detailed it is very easy to understand for the beginner, the intermediate, as well as the more highly sophisticated model railroad builder, which in my opinion covers all three bases in one book. I highly recommend "Basic Model Railroad Benchwork" to anyone who is considering starting to build a model railroad layout, or to the the builder who is thinking of extending his current layout, or the person who would like to become involved into the more serious layout techniques such as adding a Helix to your current layout. All of the methods are well documented in words and pictures within this book.
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A book for the beginner & experienced modeler,
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This review is from: Basic Model Railroad Benchwork: The Complete Photo Guide (Model Railroader) (Paperback)
Jeff Wilson really goes to town on the various styles of model railroad benchwork, including the pluses & minuses, then focuses a large chunk of the book on getting benchwork up in the grid style and L-girder. Jeff also explains the way to do a wall-mounted backdrop, fascia, double decking AND duck-unders, swing-outs for door openings, and all the tools you'd need to get any of these styles done. It is a MUST HAVE for any Model Railroader who wants to build the layout of his dreams!
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Starting work on a new layout is exciting. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
splice plate, hidden track, dimensional lumber, track plan, second screw, grid table, drywall screws, carriage bolts, shelf brackets, scale layout, plywood top, driving screws, wood screws, diagonal brace, pilot holes, backing plate, cross bracing Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Starting work on a new layout is exciting. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
splice plate, hidden track, dimensional lumber, track plan, second screw, grid table, drywall screws, carriage bolts, shelf brackets, scale layout, plywood top, driving screws, wood screws, diagonal brace, pilot holes, backing plate, cross bracing Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Project Power Tools, Woodland Scenics, Bill Darnaby, Jim Hediger, Stanley Surform, Mike Danneman New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Track Planning for Realistic Operation by John H. Armstrong in Front Matter
- Scenery for Your Model Railroad: From Backdrop to Tabletop (Model Railroader) by Mike Danneman on page 80
- Basic Wiring for Model Railroaders: The Complete Photo Guide by Rick Selby in Back Matter
- Rio Grande by Jan Reid on page 86
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