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MRH Author 5,541 posts Michael Tondee MRH Author 5,541 posts
Michael Tondee

Here's some shots that show the gradual evolution of "Niner Creek". Hope y'all enjoy...

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Michael, A.R.S. W4HIJ

 Model Rail, electronics experimenter and "mad scientist" for over 50 years.

Member of  "The Amigos" and staunch disciple of the "Wizard of Monterey"

My Pike: The Blackwater Island Logging&Mining Co.
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choo choo chuck Regular poster 119 posts
choo choo chuck

I like it, looks good.

I like it, looks good.
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Ken Rice Super User 5,947 posts
Ken Rice

Progression

It’s neat to see the progression from raw hole to a nice looking creek.

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michaelrose55 Super User 3,458 posts
michaelrose55

Looks very nice! I'm always

Looks very nice! I'm always afraid of modeling water...

Michael

The Breitenbach - Rosenheim Railroad V4
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Michael Tondee MRH Author 5,541 posts
Michael Tondee

Thanks guys

 My go to water modeling material is always Envirotex two part epoxy. I've used it so much that I've gotten very comfortable with it. It's great for still placid water but I probably should and will go back with some gloss medium and add a little movement to the creek. I keep looking at casting plastic as I understand you can ripple it by cranking up heat on it with a spotlight as it sets. I've just never gotten the nerve to try it and it's about twice what the epoxy cost too. I also understand the smell can be objectionable and I'm in a small house so I have to take my family into account.

Michael, A.R.S. W4HIJ

 Model Rail, electronics experimenter and "mad scientist" for over 50 years.

Member of  "The Amigos" and staunch disciple of the "Wizard of Monterey"

My Pike: The Blackwater Island Logging&Mining Co.
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Joe Atkinson IAISfan Super User 3,775 posts
Joe Atkinson IAISfan

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Very nice work Michael, and a neat way to keep Verne's memory alive.  I still miss his participation here.

Joe Atkinson
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Will_Annand Super User 1,290 posts
Will_Annand

Looking real good

Michael, that scene looks great, well done sir.

 

Will Annand

Modeling the Credit Valley Railway Circa 1900 in N scale.

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dwilliam1963 Prolific poster 1,086 posts
dwilliam1963

Never had the chance to know Verne...

but your doing his memory proud...Great work!

Peace Bill
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twforeman Active Member 81 posts
twforeman

That looks great.

That looks great. I'm working on my first creek and these photos give me ideas and encouragement.

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Al Carter tabooma county rwy Prolific poster 1,119 posts
Al Carter tabooma county rwy

Nice!

Michael,

Nice scene with the creek meandering under the steel tower - looks very real!

I used to enjoy reading and viewing Verne's posts over on Railroad Line forum.  Quite the accomplished modeler!

Al Carter
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Rich S Regular poster 310 posts
Rich S

well done

very well done
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Michael Tondee MRH Author 5,541 posts
Michael Tondee

I never met Verne face to

I never met Verne face to face and I only knew him a short time but we had some correspondence back and forth while doing the column. It was a very positive experience for me and has affected my approach to and also the way I look at the hobby ever since. Every one of the original "Gang of Six" plus Joe, Patty and the rest of the MRH staff I interact with are fine people. My model railroading heroes and my family are honored in the name of  every place on my pike so I just thought it apropos to tip my cap to all the guys too. I really appreciate all the kind comments folks!

Michael, A.R.S. W4HIJ

 Model Rail, electronics experimenter and "mad scientist" for over 50 years.

Member of  "The Amigos" and staunch disciple of the "Wizard of Monterey"

My Pike: The Blackwater Island Logging&Mining Co.
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