Poll
Question:
Would you be interested in an NGF 10 year wagon/van?
Option 1: Definitely
votes: 87
Option 2: Possibly
votes: 59
Option 3: Not sure
votes: 9
Option 4: No thanks
votes: 32
Hello all,
Due to some positive comments, I'm looking at commissioning some rolling stock to commemorate 10 years of the NGF.
Firstly, I need to find out what rolling stock if available for commissions, and also try to balance something that can be used over a wide time range to include as many members as possible. Of course, that may be difficult to do!
So, this is just for general interest at the moment to see how popular these may be. :) Do let us know! Obviously this may be difficult without you knowing what they may be, what they will look like design wise, and how much. But, this is just to show interest.
Ideas of what you'd like on the chosen rolling stock are appreciated. :thumbsup:
Thank you,
Tank.
Maybe chris / Tank a simple 5 / 7 plank open wagon 16 tonnes or a box van be an ideal starting point. Cheers. Happy new year. Chris
I would think a 3 or 7 plank wagon or 16 ton box van would be worth a look but I would consider most wagons.
How about a set of decals rather than wagon?
A small sheet could cover 5,7 planks and a Tank.
Makes it easier for postage for those in the colonies.
...just thinking out loud.
Mark
My thoughts are thus:
More often than not a commemorative wagon looks great, but is completely useless on a layout. "Bertram Modellers 23rd Year Exhibition at the Bull Ring" doesn't really fit into anyones era.
Something that people could actually use would be nice. Slightly more subtle wording could be done...
...and just spit-balling here...
..."NGF - Purveyors of Fine Works"
..."Founded in 2010"
..."10 Years of serving our Community"
A seven plank open wagon or closed goods wagon I'm thinking.
If you went for the 'Founded in..' option then it'd work for future members.
That's my thoughts for a start.
Hi Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2),
I'm in, wagon or decals :thumbsup:
Happy New year to you and yours.
Cheers, weave :beers:
I think it's an excellent idea. Prototypicality (if that's a word - I suspect not) is not an issue for me. It's a fun thing, and commerates an occasion.
I'm not interested in decals, just a wagon. Here a the Antipodes I run a souvenir/commemorative train with wagons from Minatur Wunderland, Kyoto Railway museum, and of course NGF!
Count me in! :thumbsup:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/91/255-230420062208-915722336.jpeg)
I agree with George. Any sort of wagon with NGF on the sides would be OK for me.
I would also be interested...
...and surely the most appropriate type of wagon would have to be...
...a Tank wagon... :D
:sorrysign:
Put me down for 10 (and I am being serious). 8)
They would match the 10 NGS white box vans I have, from way, way back. :(
They're so old, the foam in the packaging has started disintegrating... :o
Charles.
LeftToMyOwnDevices
It's a difficult one, this.
Comemoratives are nice in a way ... and yet ... I have this N Gauge Society van. Do I ever do anything with it? Nope. It never runs in a train ... it just sits gathering dust.
A special edition of some sort ... a wagon in a livery that you can ONLY get here ... might hold more interest. But then you run into the age old problem that you can't please all the people, and what would be appropriate to run on one person's layout wouldn't be appropriate for another.
And so you come back to the idea of a comemorative. But how about something that COULD run on layouts ... like, oh, I don't know ... a PO wagon in the name of N. G. F. Orum & Associates, wagon number 10 ...
I'm sorry, but I can't understand the difficulty!
OF COURSE you can run it on a layout - any layout, any time! It commemorates an achievement!
Even at an exhibition, it could be put into a train somewhere.
I mean, really. If you don't want one, don't buy one!
It's not a difficult one, this.
It just sits gathering dust.
Well, maybe not. It is however not for me I think these type of things are a complete waste of time such as the old Christmas Specials etc.
Sorry folks if you don't agree.
Well, as I said, you're not obligated to get one. However, I am very fond of my collectors editions, and as can be seen in the photo, they don't just sit in their boxes gathering dust.
I wonder if any other members have a 1996 Peco Golden Jubilee wagon? ;)
Dig them gold wheels, man! :headbang:
I wonder if you could persuade Robbie Burns (Robbie's Rolling Stock) to do a run of something based on the Peco 7-plank, van or 14T tank wagon kits?
I (and several other members, I believe) have his set of Trumpton 7-plankers and I'm very happy with them - both quality and price.
If the volume would be too great for him to handle as RTR, maybe he could just do the transfers for people to apply themselves.
I concur with others in this thread, i really don't care what you produce I am in for one. I even have an American box car which was a commemorative car produced for the 1991 n-scale convention in Melbourne, where I spent the whole long weekend running the only UK based layout. Should hunt it out for a show and tell.
Please do, Graham. Love to see that! :thumbsup:
I'm a "not sure".
A standard length box van or plank wagon would probably find a home on my shunting puzzle layout but not anything else.
Polo shirt perhaps?
Quote from: Bealman on January 01, 2021, 10:53:51 PM
I think it's an excellent idea. Prototypicality (if that's a word - I suspect not) is not an issue for me. It's a fun thing, and commerates an occasion.
I'm not interested in decals, just a wagon. Here a the Antipodes I run a souvenir/commemorative train with wagons from Minatur Wunderland, Kyoto Railway museum, and of course NGF!
Count me in! :thumbsup:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/91/255-230420062208-915722336.jpeg)
I agree completely with George. It's a terrific idea and, to me, such things are part of the fun of model railways. At present, as a fairly recent convert to British 'N' gauge, I've only one souvenir wagon; for the Borders Railway re-opening. It often runs in the goods trains on my little layout. As for relevance: I can't see the railway from my house, but I can hear it (especially steam specials!), so I think the wagon is especially relevant. The Forum wagon would be equally relevant as it would be a tribute to all the Forum Friends who have provided such friendship and inspiration since July 2017.
Also, a NGF wagon would be absolutely lovely for photographs of 'through running' - a fun-filled activity in which some of us take part from time to time!
Yes, please, @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) - an NGF wagon would be a wizard wheeze; please count me as a definite.
All best wishes from a winter wonderland between the Forth and the Tweed.
John
Not one for me. Totally get why people might want one, but see no point myself. I'm a member of the forum. I'm unlikely to forget this, a wagon I won't use doesn't really help! Each to their own!
@Train Waiting (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6222)
John, haven't got your snow, but it has not been hot here where I live. But it's great! Raining outside and so much better than our horrible bushfires last year.
I am a little amazed by what seems to be almost venomous opposition to a tenth anniversary wagon, no matter what era.
As you say, we're in this for fun, and I can't wait for such a model! :beers:
Happy New Year, everyone! :beers:
I'd be totally up for one, no matter the era or type (so long as it has standard couplings). I standard 10ft box van would be ideal to keep alive the spirit of Railmail of Watford :-)
Quote from: Bealman on January 02, 2021, 10:19:47 AM
@Train Waiting (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6222)
I am a little amazed by what seems to be almost venomous opposition to a tenth anniversary wagon, no matter what era.
As you say, we're in this for fun, and I can't wait for such a model! :beers:
Not seeing any venom, just not something 1/4 respondents are interested in. It's one of those things that if I saw on an exhibition layout I'd say "ahh, you're on the NGF are you?" So in that respect I support it wholly, and get why people would buy one. But I'm not exhibiting anything, and as a model I have no interest in it, that's all.
Not for me. One of those things that loses its relevancy almost immediately. I recall another club I was in that did something similar, and ended up with stock left several years later that no-one was interested in.
Happy to acquire any NGF commemorative model, no matter the style, era, country or wording.
But as my layout and collection is 99% Swiss, I would like to suggest - with no real seriousness - that to satisfy myself and all other Continental and Worldwide modellers as well as the UK contingent, a suitable passenger carriage could be emblazoned with something like "N Gauge Forum 10th Anniversary World Tour - Modellers on the Move!".
Individual modellers could then add model Forum members of their choice to occupy the seats. (Every model purchased would of course be pre-fitted with a seated figure of Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) ).
:D
Quote from: Bealman on January 02, 2021, 10:19:47 AM
I am a little amazed by what seems to be almost venomous opposition to a tenth anniversary wagon, no matter what era.
I wouldn't say "venomous", just a few people stating that it wouldn't interest them, probably better from a point of view of assessing potential demand than just ignoring the thread.
Quote from: captainelectra on January 02, 2021, 10:32:24 AM
I'd be totally up for one, no matter the era or type (so long as it has standard couplings). I standard 10ft box van would be ideal to keep alive the spirit of Railmail of Watford :-)
Crikey, until two or so years ago I'd been out of the hobby for over thirty years yet that name immediately jumped off the page at me.
Funny how much one remembers but doesn't know that they do until something reminds them of it.
for what it is worth, transfers might be a good option, as members could then add to wagons, or containers or even carriages that fit their layout.
just my thoughts, I'll head back to where I seem to belong
the :veryangry: thread :smiley-laughing:
For the 50th anniversary of Hull MRS we considered a special edition wagon with the Society logo on it. Partly due to minimum production quantities demanded by the RTR manufacturers and necessity to appeal outside the Society membership, in the end we decided rather than a fictional livery to do a prototype with a local connection ("Hull Corporation Electric Dept"). Sadly 00 only - we couldn't make the numbers work for an n-gauge version at the time.
https://hmrs.org.uk/photographs/hull-corporation-electricity-12t-7-plank-2xed-112-op-side-empty-to-hickleton-main-doncaster-built-birmingham-rcw-regd-lner-12412-1926.html
Wider sales (literally worldwide) were handled by a local model shop and could have easily shifted at least double the quantity. Last one I spotted on e-bay made £50...
The forum has been a veritable source of useful information for me so I wouldn't say no to it. My era is modern so anything new would run in that (I'm very much rule 1!) however I'm looking at adding a small heritage section to my layout and I'm sure a suitable siding can be found for it!
Peco will do very small runs of wagons with special artwork. We found they were the best unless you can guarantee sales of 504 wagons which is the Bachmann minimum.
Although I am very fond of the NGF I probably wouldn't buy one. I do have a small number of commemorative wagons but they just sit in their boxes and are never seen.
One thing I do for myself is have a couple of commemorative mugs made for each layout I build. Just thinking that might be another approach for the NGF birthday. These two mugs arrived this morning- they cost £11 including postage. I would be more inclined to buy an NGF mug than a wagon.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/103/3123-020121113917.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=103990)
I have one of the NGF 21T hoppers and would go for a 10th Anniversary model.
Speaking personally, I'd prefer something like a Dapol Fruit D with maybe 'N Gauge Forum - first with the news' on it. After all, many of us run parcels trains, do we not? :D
The NGF is a global community - members and models from all over the world. Any wagon is going to sit uncomfortably amongst some collections, by being the wrong scale/nationality/era.
The decal idea would overcome the above dilemma, but might present another - turning off those who aren't confident in applying decals.
Another option to consider and one that avoids both the above quandaries is, a wagon load. The right choice could work in any scale/nationality/era and wouldn't require any certain skill from the purchaser.
We added an NGF 4 wheel tanker wagon when we wrote Tiny TrackZ a few years ago. This is a screenshot of the prototype. (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/19/main_28580.jpeg)
I'd definitely be up for another NGF wagon. As suggested above, the letters make more sense as a prototype than the full text but a mail or papers van of some sort as NewportNobby mentioned would also be cool.
I think it is a great idea, for me something slightly larger that a 10ft wheelbase wagon like the Dapol 21T hopper or Fruit D (as Mick suggested) would seem suitable. I would elect to have NGF lettering applied (I don't like the idea of transfers personally, not because I can't apply them, rather I feel it defeats the object of a "special" wagon if not uniquely RTR - just my opinion).
I can just visualise a 21T hopper in grey lettered "NGF 10" or similar subtly inserted in train of mineral wagons...
Roy
I like the idea and wondered if it could be a road vehicle that could sit at the station etc.? The livery/ decal I would of thought wouldn't matter as much as a railway based vehicle, of course there would be question of era and unfortunately I have no idea if you can get custom printed vehicles. R
Quote from: Bealman on January 02, 2021, 01:57:58 AM
I wonder if any other members have a 1996 Peco Golden Jubilee wagon? ;)
I got one. :)
Quote from: daffy on January 02, 2021, 11:01:43 AM
But as my layout and collection is 99% Swiss, I would like to suggest - with no real seriousness - that to satisfy myself and all other Continental and Worldwide modellers as well as the UK contingent, a suitable passenger carriage could be emblazoned with something like "N Gauge Forum 10th Anniversary World Tour - Modellers on the Move!".
Individual modellers could then add model Forum members of their choice to occupy the seats. (Every model purchased would of course be pre-fitted with a seated figure of Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) ).
:D
Now that's a scary thought! :goggleeyes:
Quote from: Trainfish on January 02, 2021, 02:13:03 PM
Now that's a scary thought!
That is very true - and it could be dangerous. Imagine what might happen if your cape got sucked out of an open window. :goggleeyes:
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2). It seems the majority are in favour. I mentioned - as did someone else, (seems ages ago), a commemorative mug and/or a wagon, of any description. So I would be happy with either, (or both ;)). Just let me know where to send the money. :)
How about a wagon of similar size to a 20 ton mineral wagon with NGF 10 or similar applied graffiti style over a standard livery.
Quote from: dannyboy on January 02, 2021, 02:25:30 PM
It seems the majority are in favour.
At the moment with 32 definite votes out of 75 cast it doesn't say majority to me ;)
@thebrighton (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=943)
I was using the statisticians angle - only 21.3%, (at the time of writing), have said 'no'. :P. (As has been said many times, you can make statistics say owt you want!).
It doesn't really matter whether there is a majority in favour or not. What matters is if there are enough members wanting to buy one to make it a worthwhile enterprise. I'd certainly buy one. I'd opt for either a tank wagon or a GUV. And, yes, I still have, and run, my white NGS wagon.
Cheers,
Chris
I like the idea of a GUV, how many yes votes do you need to make it work?
Does anyone know what Dapol's minimum order quantity is for a limited run? I know Bachmann always used to be 504 for 00 which is basically a box full. I also know Peco charge for the artwork and then you can have as few or as many made to that design at a standard price.
The Peco Swindon wagon was quite nice but mine doesn't come out at all. Trouble is these wagons just look so wrong with my locos.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/3123-020121151740.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104007)
Quote from: Papyrus on January 02, 2021, 02:53:38 PM
It doesn't really matter whether there is a majority in favour or not. What matters is if there are enough members wanting to buy one to make it a worthwhile enterprise. I'd certainly buy one. I'd opt for either a tank wagon or a GUV. And, yes, I still have, and run, my white NGS wagon.
It sort of does if you want project interest by extrapolation, as one assumes more people will need to buy than have said yes. If you know there are 300 active forum members and 50% of those surveyed are definitely interested. That's better than knowing that 50 people want to buy, but not know what portion of the membership have answered.
Quote from: njee20 on January 02, 2021, 05:05:31 PM
It sort of does if you want project interest by extrapolation, as one assumes more people will need to buy than have said yes. If you know there are 300 active forum members and 50% of those surveyed are definitely interested. That's better than knowing that 50 people want to buy, but not know what portion of the membership have answered.
Looking at the Wagonyards special editions https://thewagonyard.co.uk/online-shop/?filter_cat_2=52 they have been supplied by Peco and Dapol and usually run out at 100 wagons a time so from that I guess that's the minimum order.
All down to opinions but I would suggest the NGF committing to that number may be an issue and that the assumptions above are actually more of a risk. I would be happier with 50 definites than making assumptions I would sell 150. Sorry but that doesn't sound like a good business plan. I've always had the impression that expressions of interest rarely mean the same number of units sold. It's easy to say yes when you don't have to hand any cash over. A more realistic number and reliable figure could be obtained if people knew exactly what they could be buying.
I'm interested but it would depend entirely on what was offered. To say yes at this stage would be misleading of me.
I know there are a lot of collectors out there and within days wagons would be going for silly money to non members on Ebay but I'd be more interested in a mug than a wagon that would end up sitting in a draw collecting dust.
Yes I'm assuming (possibly wrongly) that there won't be enough "definitely yes" to meet a minimum order threshold, therefore a degree of extrapolation would be needed.
I totally agree that I don't think they should extrapolate to the entire membership base. Even selling 100 easily would actually surprise me.
I'd also sooner have a mug.
I would be happy with a TANK wagon .
I run my railway for fun and have a whole frieght train made up of special wagons and allso a frieght train made up with MEDWAY QUEEN limited edition wagons and loco which I run sometimes ,but I would allso agree with those that suggested a Mug as I use a FORUM mug every day .I think that a wagon in a rake on someones exhibition layout would help to promote the N G F but then it would need the full wording to be of use in that respect the observer wouldnt know what N G F stood for and wouldnt be bothered to ask .
Just my opinion but whatever is decided I will buy one or two .
Bob Tidbury
Nah... not a mug. I've got a shelf full of commemorative mugs...
Sorry!
Chris
IF you went down the route of a sheet of assorted transfers, including the graffiti style [like that] then I'm sure Steve at Railtec would be willing to print the order, and to ensure take up, perhaps prepay at a definite price so the forum, ie @tank and his starving family :smiley-laughing: wouldn't have to make up the shortfall, plus a small % to the forum funds.
when I wanted to do my series of rule 1 cl25s named for distilleries, Steve did me the custom numbers and name plates at a very good price.
:hmmm:
now that is a thought .... 37 427 "NGF - 10 year anniversary" any takers >:D
Tank, I've voted Definitely. I would be buying one wagon, however, in support of the Forum and the work required to make available a limited edition wagon. My modelling period is the 30s so most wagons private owner wagons manufactured in that decade would have been seen on British rails for a considerable period. I would purchase a wagon from a different period if a 30s wagon wasn't chosen for production.
Leon
Just to be on the safe side, do a wagon *AND* a set of transfers. (you could actually be cheeky and buy the wagons as unpainted Dapol ones and apply the transfers to make the RTR wagon if it suits the plain colours like the NGF 21T wagon did).
Quote from: Bealman on January 02, 2021, 07:31:22 AM
Please do, Graham. Love to see that! :thumbsup:
so this afternoon, this little beauty came out of its box for the first time.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/1058-030121064721.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104048)
As you can see it has the microtrains couplers and I have nothing to pull it with, also it doesn't fit under my bridges.
Oh dear! Not fitting under your bridges, I mean.
That is one lovely model, and I've always been a fan of Kadee couplings, one of the best things in American railroad modelling, I reckon.
Ok, you might not get it out often, but I'm betting you're very fond of it. I think it's great!
Quote from: Bealman on January 03, 2021, 07:05:16 AM
Ok, you might not get it out often, but I'm betting you're very fond of it.
Moderator! Moderator! ;)
Quote from: Bealman on January 03, 2021, 07:05:16 AM
Oh dear! Not fitting under your bridges, I mean.
That is one lovely model, and I've always been a fan of Kadee couplings, one of the best things in American railroad modelling, I reckon.
Ok, you might not get it out often, but I'm betting you're very fond of it. I think it's great!
I am fond of it and keep thinking I will have to take it to the club to watch it run round on someone else's train.
@tutenkhamunsleeping (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=1490) Ha Ha, I was waiting for the first response.
You Win!
Happy New Year, I'll try and arrange a prize from Tank, but dinna hold yer breath! :beers:
I have only a small amount of UK equipment, but I admit that I have always liked the wagons of the big four period with NE, LMS, SR or GW printed in large white letters on the sides. North American railways used to broadcast their rolling stock in a similar fashion, but sadly in recent years the railway identification is restricted to much smaller identification codes. So to cut to the chase, I would be in favour of a 7-plank coal wagon with a bold NGF on its side numbered as #10. Perhaps a set of three wagons could be produced in like manner say a van, a tank wagon, and a coal wagon.
Webbo
Back to sensibilities, Ian. :thumbsup:
The previous grey hopper was mundane enough to blend into the background and a good idea so I would definitely support something similar like a simple brown/grey standard van/tube wagon/hopper/tank as suggested.
The only downside is that you have to keep a low profile at exhibitions as Nobby stalks the floor searching for unwary forum members to pounce on to shift surplus stock. :D
OK, I think we should have a FLUOERO WAGON, with NGF sides.
It's just a wagon!
And before anybody corrects me, I know the spellings wrong.
Quote from: SD35 on January 03, 2021, 08:52:44 AM
The only downside is that you have to keep a low profile at exhibitions as Nobby stalks the floor searching for unwary forum members to pounce on to shift surplus stock. :D
As the saying goes 'It's an awful job but someone has to do it' :)
I've only voted 'Possibly' as it depends what the wagon itself is. I don't want a mug as I already have a forum mug and my eldest sister insists on buying me Emma bloody Bridgwater mugs for any occasion. There's only so many mugs a man can take/store!
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 03, 2021, 10:19:25 AM
I don't want a mug as I already have a forum mug and my eldest sister insists on buying my Emma bloody Bridgwater mugs for any occasion. There's only so many mugs a man can take/store!
Ha, I find dropping them / knocking them off the kitchen table solves that problem :smiley-laughing:
Actually, I got a crap commemorative mug from my employer, and gained a brief moment of joy and catharsis by hurling it at the garage wall with as much vigour as I could muster.
never got a mug from my last employer, but did come in to work one christmas eve to find our contracts manager had been in that day and left a box of 12 bottles of lager 'for the lads as a thank you for their work this year'.
lads =
1 x site manager
2 x receptionists
2 x day supervisors
6 x day officers
2 x night supervisors
2 x night officers
2 x relief officers
thanks but no thanks, and a merry christmas to you too.
Just voted yes, but perhaps a few? models that we could choose from, as I would certainly not be buying any hopper wagons or modern image, for me I would like a van or coal wagon.
Bob
THREAD HIJACK !!!!
Who doesn't love a quality mug...
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/104/5604-030121112459.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=104055)
Back on track (see what I did there?) a ferry van similar to the NGS type of thing could also work.
The only mug I would be interested in is the kind of lidded insulated mug exhibitors use at exhibitions (Ah....exhibitions....remember them?) I think an NGF mug like that would be pretty cool and a visible advert for NGF that is somewhat bigger than a wagon!
Quote from: Roy L S on January 03, 2021, 12:02:10 PM
I think an NGF mug like that would be pretty cool
Fine if you like iced coffee but.......................... ;)
Correct colour but nee head ;)
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 03, 2021, 12:08:10 PM
Quote from: Roy L S on January 03, 2021, 12:02:10 PM
I think an NGF mug like that would be pretty cool
Fine if you like iced coffee but.......................... ;)
Nah, cool on the outside only!
I certainly would be interested in a couple of them, if they had metal wheels and ideally NEM pockets, As i don't want to have to replace plastic wheels for metal ones and spend more money upgrading wagons I have just purchased. NEM pockets again ideally, although have lots of conversion kits so could convert them.
Dapol minimum quantities is 100 of any type of wagon they currently produce and work out at very good value. and should come out at around £10 a waggon depending on the level of complexity of the printing on the side.
For me it really depends on the actual wagon proposed.
If it is marked "NGF 10 years", I will not be in because I feel it would look odd in a consist.
To refer to the forum, we could imagine a fictive company, e.g. N. Gafo for N Gauge Forum. With #10 as a possible road number.
For the wagon I would prefer a GPV from Dapol. For the livery I would avoid black and grey and go for red or dark green.
A plank wagon would also be ok.
Maybe some chocolate sprinkles on top :D
So many opinions.....! :scowl: Keep them coming! ;D
I suppose it would look odd in a consist, but me that's the whole point! A bit of fun, proudly displayed. A way of saying, like they did in the seventies (remember those?) - NGF RULES THE WORLD OK ;)
I reckon you'd sell more of wagon in an authentic livery (like the Rapps or Jones open wagons commissioned from Peco for the Warley show) than of a commemorative design saying something like 'N Gauge Forum 10th Anniversary'. A commemorative design made to look as if it could be authentic (N.G.Forum open wagon No.10?) could perhaps be the best compromise IMHO.
PW
A headboard? I think Fox take custom orders.
NGF
2011-2021
Some wives might not like that on their headboard :uneasy:
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 04, 2021, 12:21:52 PM
Some wives might not like that on their headboard :uneasy:
Especially if they start putting their own words to 'NGF'. :goggleeyes:
Quote from: Bealman on January 03, 2021, 11:48:32 PM
I suppose it would look odd in a consist, but me that's the whole point! A bit of fun, proudly displayed. A way of saying, like they did in the seventies (remember those?) - NGF RULES THE WORLD OK ;)
That's another spin on it. What about a normal liveried wagon, but with NGF RULEZ OK as graffiti on it :)
Quote from: zwilnik on January 04, 2021, 12:54:06 PM
Quote from: Bealman on January 03, 2021, 11:48:32 PM
I suppose it would look odd in a consist, but me that's the whole point! A bit of fun, proudly displayed. A way of saying, like they did in the seventies (remember those?) - NGF RULES THE WORLD OK ;)
That's another spin on it. What about a normal liveried wagon, but with NGF RULEZ OK as graffiti on it :)
But that doesn't celebrate 10 years, and I doubt a graffiti artist would bother about a 10 year achievement :no:
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 04, 2021, 01:28:56 PM
Quote from: zwilnik on January 04, 2021, 12:54:06 PM
Quote from: Bealman on January 03, 2021, 11:48:32 PM
I suppose it would look odd in a consist, but me that's the whole point! A bit of fun, proudly displayed. A way of saying, like they did in the seventies (remember those?) - NGF RULES THE WORLD OK ;)
That's another spin on it. What about a normal liveried wagon, but with NGF RULEZ OK as graffiti on it :)
But that doesn't celebrate 10 years, and I doubt a graffiti artist would bother about a 10 year achievement :no:
A 10 year old graffiti artist may be bothered about a 10 year achievement :thumbsup:
Quote from: dannyboy on January 04, 2021, 12:24:51 PM
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 04, 2021, 12:21:52 PM
Some wives might not like that on their headboard :uneasy:
Especially if they start putting their own words to 'NGF'. :goggleeyes:
In your case is that 'No Groaners Forever'........ Meaning the jokes thread, not anything else if you know what I mean. OMG got myself into a right twist here, I'll shut up.
As a modeller of foreign stuff any British wagon is of little actual use to me but I'd still have one to support the forum :D :thumbsup:
I'm not bothered about commemorative wagons looking out of place on the layout as that's not where I'd be putting them: I have several from N Club International, Trix Club, Peco, Arnold, and others and they sit in a display cabinet along with other rarities. The only "souvenir" wagons to make an appearance on the tracks are some beer wagons I decaled up myself for my operating team, one or two of those escaped to collectors and I saw one sell on ebay for about 50 Euros a couple of years ago :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/78/5885-290619084952.jpeg)
I quite like the idea of a mug, but that's another type of souvenir of which I already have too many and I don't actually drink tea/coffee anyway.
I like the idea of a road vehicle, something which might be seen anywhere at home or abroad. N Club International did a little van some years ago, one of those is lurking on the layout to be discovered!
What about a platelayers trolley. :D
a) Do we really want a commemorative plate?
or
b) Is that the contraption that the waitress in Betty's Cafe pushes about?
(Sorry! :no:)
Quote from: dannyboy on January 04, 2021, 05:58:17 PM
a) Do we really want a commemorative plate?
or
b) Is that the contraption that the waitress in Betty's Cafe pushes about?
(Sorry! :no:)
I love Bettys. And look forward to getting back to one.
John
I'm in. An NGF 10 year wagon/van (not bothered which) is a great idea and I wish it every success.
I'd definitely like a Wagon, Hopper or Van. At the end of the day I'm sure it won't cost more than a few pints (anyone remember Pubs?) so even if it gathers dust it'll be a nice souvenir.
Love the various fictitious firm names!
Hi,
I would be very keen to get a wagon - thank you.
I've got my OG NGF hopper, a couple of Locomotion Hoppers, and a couple of Borders Railway Reopening commemorative wagons. Not overly concerned about the lack of prototypical accuracyt when running them...
Maybe as we had a hopper before a tank wagon of some kind? Slap NGF on instead of Esso :D
Or a conflat and container, that way all the NGF can be on the container and you can run the wagon without it :doh:
I'm up for this.
'Tank' wagon would be a win, obviously, but Luke's conflat and container idea certainly has some mileage to maybe get the 'not for me' camp to change their minds?
Not for me. :D
Or even just a container? You could even have N G Forum on 1 side and something else on the other so it can be turned around depending on what else you're running. Just a thought.
I run modern image. None of these olde worlde suggestions work for me.
Another shot of my souvenir train. I just love it!
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/91/255-230420061732-915642211.jpeg)
The first and last wagons are obvious, the container wagon is from the brilliant Kyoto Railway Museum, the tanker from the equally excellent Minatur Wunderland in Hamburg.
Every time I run this train, I get fond memories of my trips.
The NGF hopper is a favourite of mine, because it can be slipped quite easily into a train of such wagons. :thumbsup:
:heart: That's brilliant, thanks George.
Update: I emailed Dapol before Christmas, but I haven't heard back. There was a general update from them that they've closed for the time being, so we'll just have to be patient. :thumbsup:
Quote from: Tank on January 16, 2021, 12:49:16 PM
we'll just have to be patient. :thumbsup:
Hopefully they will be back soon or you'll be asking them about an 11 year anniversary wagon rather than 10 :goggleeyes:
Given the delays on the 73's perhaps we should be looking at a 20th anniversary wagon. :o
Hello all,
Sorry for the lack of updates on this. As some will know this has been a terrible year for me, and my head is only beginning to be back in the 'right place' to get things organised recently. :)
So, I had been in contact with The Wagon Yard, but hadn't had a response for some time. I emailed today and had a very speedy response back, so we can resume getting these wagons made. Hurrah! They are having problems with their Facebook account, hence why they haven't replied to my messages.
Hopefully many of you are still keen to buy one, or more! :hmmm: :D
Quote from: Tank on September 02, 2021, 02:57:29 PM
Hopefully many of you are still keen to buy one, or more!
Well, after all this time, we will have to give the matter serious and prolonged thought. Okay, I've thought ..... yes, yes and yes! :)
Sounds like a good idea. Has anybody else had logging into fb problems ? Maybe worth e mailing or calling the company
I'm up for one at least.
Hi,
I am still in and also appreciate what you are doing here too.
Regards,
Jonathan
I'd definitely be up for at least one.
I'm in
Despite my Continental (Swiss) leanings I'm still keen to have an NGF wagon/van as a reminder of, and thank you for, how helpful this site and its members have been, and will continue to be.
Has a design/style/type yet been decided?
I'll be happy with whatever is decided, as long as it's not a van decorated with mugshots of the rich and famous Mods and Admin. :D
i'm in for one ( whatever the decoration!)
Oh go on then. I'll have at least 1. Maybe 2. Slight possibiity of 3....................
Great to hear! :beers: I'm aiming for 50, so I'll see how well they sell. I'll leave it as a surprise to what they look like. ;)
Quote from: Tank on September 02, 2021, 09:52:47 PM
I'm aiming for 50, so I'll see how well they sell.
In that case, can I pre-order two please? Pretty please! (And isn't it a coincidence - I was just thinking of making a donation to forum funds again ;)).
Addit: Looking at the poll results, 50 would be nowhere near enough. :hmmm:
Clicking yes to a poll, and people parting with their money are two completely different things. ;) ;D
Put me down for three, Tank. No need to worry about postage to the USA, I'll give you a UK address for shipping.
Gotta have something to run in my souvenir train with the existing one!
Definitely! :thumbsup:
I have a tendency to buy wagons in more than single quantities (I bought three Colmans Mustard vans just because I used to live in Norwich, the home of Colmans), so put me down for three please - this Forum has been of enormous help to me since I became an N gauge enthusiast.
I'd be in for one :)
Although, reading other 'orders' this sound like nowhere near enough :-[
Great idea, Chris :thumbsup:
I will order one please Tank .
Bob Tidbury
I'll order one at present, please, so that there are enough wagons available for everyone who wants one to receive it. If there is residual stock once the initial orders are fulfilled, I'll be back for more.
Best wishes
John
Quote from: daffy on September 02, 2021, 07:27:12 PM
I'll be happy with whatever is decided, as long as it's not a van decorated with mugshots of the rich and famous Mods and Admin. :D
Not sure Tank wants to make a total loss on the project, Mike :no:
I'm glad you crossed out 'rich and famous' as I am (a) certainly not rich and (b) more infamous than famous :(
Him and me both :(
I'm still keen for one too
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
One for me, please, or possibly two if there are some to spare.
Good work, Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) . Sorry to hear this has been a rotten year. Hope things are starting to improve.
Cheers,
Another Chris
I always like a surprise, i'm in for one.
Still definitely want one
Yes please. I'm definitely in for one.
John D
I'll take one please.
Cheers Colin
I will have one
John B
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) better have that follow up 50 booked pdq by the look of things ;)
Two for me please too @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2)!
Surely it would be rude as a member of the form not to get one. I'll be in for one.
Has a wagon/van been decided yet ?
Bob
Count me in for at least one please!
No thanks, can't think of a greater waste of money.
Quote from: GlenEglise on September 06, 2021, 01:37:13 AM
No thanks, can't think of a greater waste of money.
I imagine sending you a thank you card for your message is a greater waste. :hmmm:
Quote from: GlenEglise on September 06, 2021, 01:37:13 AM
No thanks, can't think of a greater waste of money.
Each to his/her own opinion, but it is to celebrate a unique achievement.
I'm not personally interested in one, but I'm still enjoying following the thread, fully understand why people would want one and will enjoy seeing the end product.
I bet Glen stamped on other children's sand castles ;D
Quote from: dannyboy on September 06, 2021, 09:30:33 AM
Quote from: GlenEglise on September 06, 2021, 01:37:13 AM
No thanks, can't think of a greater waste of money.
Each to his/her own opinion, but it is to celebrate a unique achievement.
Exactly! And each time I see the wagon on my layout (perhaps as part of an unlikely train formation), I'll be reminded of all the wonderful people on our fabulous Forum who do so much to increase my enjoyment of our marvellous hobby. Just like my Peco 'Borders Railway Re-opening' wagon reminds me of that lovely day when Her Majesty the Queen travelled on the railway behind 'Number Nine'. As Max Boyce said, "I was there!"
I think this is a fine project and I'm glad to support it.
N gauge is fun!With all best wishes.
John
I agree with Graham, Train Waiting and other supportive members. I'd be disappointed if I missed out! Good luck with the project.
After reviewing the results so far, a couple of questions occurred to me :-
1. "Not Sure" voters - why didn't you vote "Possibly"
OR
2. "Possibly" voters - why didn't you vote "Not Sure"
They're essentially the same aren't they ? :whistle:
As usual Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) , late to the party. Definately in favour of this, put me down for one please. Don't care what it is, rule 1 and all that :D
Yes please to one as well :)
I originally voted for possibly but the more I think about it, the more I like the idea!
An NGF branded van would be my preference to be honest but think it would be good to have a discussion about the form of the wagon as and when you decide to go ahead.
Best wishes
Simon
Tank. Would you like a deposit ? How would you like payment. Alan
Quote from: OffshoreAlan on September 07, 2021, 04:41:06 PM
After reviewing the results so far, a couple of questions occurred to me :-
1. "Not Sure" voters - why didn't you vote "Possibly"
OR
2. "Possibly" voters - why didn't you vote "Not Sure"
They're essentially the same aren't they ? :whistle:
They were probably uncertain which to choose.
Reminds me of the joke:
"I used to be indecisive, but now I'm not so sure"
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) - I'd take a van as first choice but would also buy a wagon if that's what you decide...
I guess with definites and possibles only coming to under 150 out of the entire membership of the Forum the poll kind off speaks for itself.
Should I change my mind?
Na!
Perhaps change your attitude?
Quote from: GlenEglise on September 09, 2021, 11:23:21 PM
I guess with definites and possibles only coming to under 150 out of the entire membership of the Forum the poll kind off speaks for itself.
Should I change my mind?
Na!
Having made it quite clear that you are not interested, I'm wondering why it is necessary to make further comment?
Quote from: Bealman on September 09, 2021, 11:41:45 PM
Quote from: GlenEglise on September 09, 2021, 11:23:21 PM
I guess with definites and possibles only coming to under 150 out of the entire membership of the Forum the poll kind off speaks for itself.
Should I change my mind?
Na!
Having made it quite clear that you are not interested, I'm wondering why it is necessary to make further comment?
Quite. Attention seeking, it would seem.
NEWSFLASH: Dateline December 2061.
Today at Bonhams a new record was established in the auction of a tiny, almost insignificant model railway freight wagon. Originally produced in a strictly limited run of 150 to mark the 10th Anniversary of the N Gauge Forum, the 1:148 model had already attracted pre-auction attention in the Press on this, the 50th Anniversary of that august and much respected website.
Since those far off days, when the average working week was over 37 hours, and the World's population was still below 8 Billion, the Forum has become the 'go to' place for those millions who now seek to recreate those far off days of rail travel, when trains still had wheels. With population levels now close to 15 billion, and the reduction in the weekly work time to just under an average of 3 hours, N Gauge has proved to be the perfect choice for millions. Within the new 'compact' apartment blocks that have become the answer to the worldwide housing problem, N Gauge modelling, particularly of the pre-Trumpian eras, has rapidly expanded to be the No 1 pastime of what is estimated in the Greater UK region alone to be over 32 million souls.
Originally produced at the instigation of the Forum's founding father, the now legendary 'Tank' (real name withheld for privacy reasons), the model was first sold to Members who had registered a definite interest. Price charged in 2021 is now a closely guarded secret, but is thought to have been in the region of just £10.00!
But this morning, Bonhams, who had given a pre-sale estimate of £750.00, announced that an unknown buyer has, after a tense and exciting auction, paid the world record price of £2.7 Million.
This correspondent surmises that someone, somewhere, is probably wishing they had bought one of these 40 years ago. But then, don't we all!
"But this morning, Bonhams, who had given a pre-sale estimate of £750.00, announced that an unknown buyer has, after a tense and exciting auction, paid the world record price of £2.7 Million."
Allowing for inflation, this is equivalent to £7.24 at 2021 prices.
I'd still buy one, though.
Quote from: DarrwestLU6 on September 09, 2021, 10:44:39 PM
Reminds me of the joke:
"I used to be indecisive, but now I'm not so sure"
Reminds me of someones signature. :hmmm:
I was wondering where I'd seen that before!
I will be proud to run an N G F special wagon in my freight train if I take any to run at exhibitions on our club layouts it would hopefully get people asking what N G F stood for and possibly bring in new members .
I do what I can to promote this forum by handing out the little cards that our leader sent me , at all the shows B H E attend but of course I havnt been to any for 18 months but next year I hope we will see more exhibitions coming back for the public to see what a fascinating hobby model railways can be and I can carry on publiciseing this helpful and friendly Forum .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: dannyboy on September 10, 2021, 08:55:16 AM
Quote from: DarrwestLU6 on September 09, 2021, 10:44:39 PM
Reminds me of the joke:
"I used to be indecisive, but now I'm not so sure"
Reminds me of someones signature. :hmmm:
You know, I thought that, too, but can't remember who's. It'll probably come to me when I'm thinking of something else.
All the very best.
John
Thanks for the support everyone.
Hopefully, in a couple of weeks I'll have a sample - just getting TINGS out of the way. I'll show the sample on here, and will then get the whole batch made up. They will be sent straight from the manufacturer to save me having to post them out.
Who and how do we pay for our wagon.Can you post information please Tank .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: Bob Tidbury on September 10, 2021, 10:14:33 AM
Who and how do we pay for our wagon.Can you post information please Tank .
And will there be a restriction on how many forumites can buy? I would be looking for two, but would be quite happy to just have the one if that is the fair way to do it.
Quote from: dannyboy on September 10, 2021, 10:20:44 AM... but would be quite happy to just have the one if that is the fair way to do it.
That goes for me too, I would hate my order for three depriving other Forum Members of any.
@daffy (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5634) Mike - that's just brilliant, but I think..................
Quote from: daffy on September 10, 2021, 08:36:54 AM
Price charged in 2021 is now a closely guarded secret, but is thought to have been in the region of just £10.00!
........is maybe optimistic. :hmmm:
Quote from: Newportnobby on September 10, 2021, 10:33:57 AM
@daffy (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5634) Mike - that's just brilliant, but I think..................
Quote from: daffy on September 10, 2021, 08:36:54 AM
Price charged in 2021 is now a closely guarded secret, but is thought to have been in the region of just £10.00!
........is maybe optimistic. :hmmm:
Sadly the thread page showing the actual 2021 price had faded over the intervening years. :D
Back in the present......
I now would like two of whatever is produced (one to run, one to preserve in aspic so that my great grandchildren have an inheritance nest egg ;) ), and will be quite happy to pay whatever is decided upon.
So I'm hoping a large batch will be produced to cater for all those hoping to be buying more than the poll figure shows.
Quote from: dannyboy on September 10, 2021, 10:20:44 AM
Quote from: Bob Tidbury on September 10, 2021, 10:14:33 AM
Who and how do we pay for our wagon.Can you post information please Tank .
And will there be a restriction on how many forumites can buy? I would be looking for two, but would be quite happy to just have the one if that is the fair way to do it.
Don't worry, I'll announce when they are available and how much nearer the time.
At the moment, I can't see any problem with members buying as many as they like. I will simply order another batch. But, I'll confirm in a couple of weeks. What I will do is put a time limit on the sales, so that these aren't available for years to come! :D Probably a couple of months availability, so that they are something special.
Quote from: daffy on September 10, 2021, 08:36:54 AM
But this morning, Bonhams, who had given a pre-sale estimate of £750.00, announced that an unknown buyer has, after a tense and exciting auction, paid the world record price of £2.7 Million.
That's nothing, you should see what AntiqueToys are charging on eBay! :goggleeyes:
Yeah, but the AntiqueToys ones will no doubt be painted by CJM!
Quote from: njee20 on September 10, 2021, 01:07:39 PM
Yeah, but the AntiqueToys ones will no doubt be painted by CJM!
You missed rare and kit built
Just read this thread for the first time.
I'll have one, as to what some people have said about running it.
Where is the problem, you can run whatever you want on your layout, I do!!.
Update: Just waiting for the manufacturer to get back to me with the final draft. Then they will create a model for me to inspect and sign off. I can't wait!
It'll be nice to have a new bit of rolling stock that doesn't, hopefully, involve selling a kidney.
:D
What do you think of this? Available to purchase very soon, once approved. :)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/115/2-291021192250.jpeg)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/115/2-291021192327.jpeg)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/115/2-291021192403.jpeg)
Brilliant, put me down for two please Chris.
Thanks TrevL. Don't worry, when it goes live I'll pop the link up for where to buy them from. If they sell out I'll try and organise another batch.
That's fantastic! Put me down for two (or one if oversubscribed!) please Chris.
Put my name down for two possibly three depending on the price .
I dont mind the colour as some members I see are complaining about ,as I thought the whole idea of a Forum wagon was to run it on a layout to promote the Forum and get even more members to this helpful friendly FORUM .
THANKYOU Tank for bringing us all together to enjoy our hobby .
Bob Tidbury
Looks great, and while some including me would have preferred bauxite, I get that this is the NGF's colours and I will definitely have one to be found lurking in a siding pending return to the well known mineral distributor "Northern Granite Forwarders" :D
:thankyousign:
Roy
Quote from: Roy L S on October 30, 2021, 09:50:14 AM
Looks great, and while some including me would have preferred bauxite, I get that this is the NGF's colours and I will definitely have one to be found lurking in a siding pending return to the well known mineral distributor "Northern Granite Forwarders" :D
:thankyousign:
Roy
As I mentioned on the thread on the website of books made of faces (or some other word with similar spelling), the colour isn't that far off what the NCB wagons were painted on the pit lines around Newcastle. Tanfield and Bowes railways for example.
I'll definitely be nabbing a couple.
Quote from: Roy L S on October 30, 2021, 09:50:14 AM
Looks great, and while some including me would have preferred bauxite, I get that this is the NGF's colours and I will definitely have one to be found lurking in a siding pending return to the well known mineral distributor "Northern Granite Forwarders" :D
:thankyousign:
Roy
Yes, thank you indeed. A splendid wagon. I expect the wags, various, at the Table-Top Railway will refer to it as the 'Not Going Far' wagon.
Thanks again and best wishes
John
Excellent!
Just the job! Commemorates the 10 yr anniversary, looks like a private owner wagon, what's not to like?
They'll fly off the 'shelf'.
Looks terrific Tank
It's just by chance that I've renoticed this thread just now after having made a post to it almost 10 months ago. Then, I'd suggested that a 7 plank coal wagon with NGF printed boldly on the side and numbered 10 might be a good idea, but your current proposal looks even better so I'm in for one.
Somehow or another, my notification for posts on some threads including this one seems to have been unaccountably terminated for no apparent reason as it was for this one.
Webbo
Yep, look grand to me. What's not to like? :thumbsup:
Yes please!
Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to see a R-T-R wagon in the livery of the Norwich, Gorleston and Felixstowe railway :D . I'm in!
Thanks @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) .
Cheers,
Chris
Yes please!!!
It looks great, and as many people say, Rule 0 applies - its my railway and I'll run what I like!
As mine is a preservation centre somewhere in old GWR/SR territory I can apply Rule 0 without concern.
Very well done to all involved with the forum and those organizing this wagon.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Like it!! Depending on price I'll be in for 2 or 3.....
Stonking looking, will defo be acquiring at least 1. Love the colour and tge text looks spot on.
Best wishes
Simon
Looks great to me, I will definitely purchase one.
Congratulations on the wagon and 10 years!
Excellent and distinctive - a worthy anniversary wagon. Thank you - I'll be buying!
totally out of my era, but will be running alongside other rule 1 purchases, as @Bob Tidbury mentioned it is to promote the NGF, not run as a prototypical wagon. (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=1517)
More power to the NGF elbow!
Really nice to see that Tank! I'll definitely add a couple to my collection too!
Ross.
Thanks for all of your positive comments everyone. :thumbsup:
Hmmmm......
Coal for Northern Gwneral Foundry
Sounds about right!
Thanks
Phil H
Definitely keen for one, looks great. It's not in the era I model but I think it'll look nice on static display on an isolated track in the station forecourt!
any price yet or did I miss it
Quote from: osborns on November 04, 2021, 10:17:27 AM
any price yet or did I miss it
I'm just chasing the manufacturer now, as ideally I want them on sale this weekend. :uneasy: I'm keeping the price very low, but I'll announce it when they're available. :)
They may take up to 21 days for delivery, but I'm sure that just to cover themselves.
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) Presumably there will be no problem with posting to overseas members Chris? (Apart from the state of the postal service these days :)).
If there is, I'll travel to the Welsh coast and skim it across the sea to you! :D But, no, that will be fine I imagine. I'll double check.
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) - the photos look very impressive and yes I'd definitely be buying a few. Please let us know when the link is ready.
The wagon is now live at The Wagon Yard (https://thewagonyard.co.uk/product/n-gauge-forum-10th-anniversary-20t-mineral-wagon/)
Feel free to buy as many as you like. They will be made to order, and may take up to 28 days to arrive.
Please show us photo's and video's of them. :)
:NGaugersRule:
Order placed for two :claphappy:. UK VAT does not seem to have been removed, but it is for the Forum!
Ordered 2. Shipping to Europe is a bit expensive (like price of a wagon expensive), but not a deal breaker.
Sorry guys. I'll ask TWY if anything can be done about VAT and postage.
Ordered! :thumbsup:
Looking forward to the 20th Anniversary version. :)
Have just placed order for 2 as a late birthday/early Xmas present to me!
Another two ordered here, looking forward to receiving them.
Roy
Quote from: Tank on November 05, 2021, 06:29:21 PM
The wagon is now live at The Wagon Yard (https://thewagonyard.co.uk/product/n-gauge-forum-10th-anniversary-20t-mineral-wagon/)
Their website is slower than this one!! Anyone would think they're under siege ;) :D
Quote from: Tank on November 05, 2021, 07:22:21 PM
Sorry guys. I'll ask TWY if anything can be done about VAT and postage.
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) I don't think for one moment that owt can be done about the postage, (summat I have to put up with not living 'back home'), but if any refund can be obtained on the UK VAT, I am quite happy for it to go
to Tanks beer fund towards forum expenses. :thumbsup: (Saves me making a donation direct ;)).
Two ordered here too.
Thanks for the orders so far everyone. :thumbsup: I really appreciate your support.
Ordered my quota as forecast, thank you.
Two headed to Lincolnshire.
Just ordered a couple, thank you @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2)
Norman
Just the one ordered but looking forward to it arriving!
Ordered. :NGF: :thankyousign: To Tank for organising
I have ordered one. :thankyousign:
QuoteRest of World £22.95
:goggleeyes:
Sorry, not for a single N gauge wagon.
Will see if they will ship to a UK address, or (puts brain into gear) birthday present suggestion :thumbsup:
Just ordered mine, thanks Tank.
mind ordered :thankyousign:
John
How long will these be available for? Are they limited in number?
Hobby budget is spent this month so need to wait for payday!
Congrats to Tank for an excellent job - just ordered mine with the excuse its my birthday on Monday so SWMBO needn't worry about getting me something I really will make good use of!
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Quote from: railsquid on November 06, 2021, 07:45:42 AM
QuoteRest of World £22.95
:goggleeyes:
Sorry, not for a single N gauge wagon.
Wow that's scary. I'll see what response I get about that.
Thanks for the orders everyone.
Quote from: Dalteth on November 06, 2021, 10:04:46 AM
How long will these be available for? Are they limited in number?
Hobby budget is spent this month so need to wait for payday!
There is a batch of 50 initially, but I think we'll just keep getting them made until the New Year. :thumbsup:
My two ordered :claphappy: :claphappy:
Moose sad - cannot justify £22.95 for shipping to U.S. + paying VAT... :goggleeyes:
Ordered myself one. Although I've only been on the forum a small part of the 10 years, it's been a constant source of inspiration and advice, so can't wait to get the wagon on my layout.
Sorry, but £22.95 overseas postage seems to be verging on a rip-off. According to the Royal Mail website, a small parcel to, say, Japan is only about a fiver. It would be cheaper if they sent to a UK address and one of us forwarded it on. How hard can it be?
Leaving that aside, my order's in! Good work @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) !
Cheers,
Chris
Just had a quick look through the posts since @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) announced that the models were available - over half of the 'first batch' gone!
Does that include the 2 I have ordered? :thumbsup:
Ive ordered one. I.share papyrus thoughts and @railsquid (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=3832) may like to ask or anybody else abroad if any kind soul can support .
Quote from: Trainfish on November 06, 2021, 05:33:59 PM
Does that include the 2 I have ordered?
No, Mark and the staff at The Wagon Yard are still looking for a matching pair of skirts for yours! ;D
Quote from: Papyrus on November 06, 2021, 05:19:30 PM
Sorry, but £22.95 overseas postage seems to be verging on a rip-off. According to the Royal Mail website, a small parcel to, say, Japan is only about a fiver. It would be cheaper if they sent to a UK address and one of us forwarded it on. How hard can it be?
Leaving that aside, my order's in! Good work @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) !
Cheers,
Chris
While I still think the P&P is a bit on the high side, assuming filling in the customs forms for Japan and the extra time at the post office in dealing with it (assuming RM rather than a courier) only take half an hour; at minimum wage that's already another fiver. Add the extra packaging needed for survival over the longer shipping distance and it easily adds up. [edit] If it's a small outfit and the sole proprietor isn't aiming to be on minimum wage, then you're looking at the time lost in doing the P&P eating up a decent amount of cost. So I can understand why it's such a high price, but it does make it somewhat off-putting still.
I was actually rather impressed with Revolution's somewhat brave packaging for the Sonic 56xx's they sent to me in Spain. Pretty much just a Jiffy bag level of protection around the boxes, relying on the actual product packaging to do the protection.
If anyone would like a wagon but needs international post, please email Mark at The Wagon Yard and he'll help you out the best he can.
Info@thewagonyard.co.uk
2 on the way to Thetford Rd,plus 2 other wagons from the yard!
Quote from: dannyboy on November 06, 2021, 05:24:42 PM
Just had a quick look through the posts since @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) announced that the models were available - over half of the 'first batch' gone!
In the poll 84 folks stated themselves as definite buyers.
Just ordered mine
:NGF:
I've mortgaged the wife and bought 2
The kids are next,....
It doesn't actually look too bad a wagon.
But I shall still decline and let others take advantage.
Cheers
I ordered one yesterday, and yes, the postage to Australia came as a bit of a shock, but as NewportNobby reminded me, that money would have probably gone on Victoria Bitter anyway :beers:
SWMBO has told me I've spent too much already recently and I must wait until January, when I can use some of my Xmas money!! ;)
Hopefully there will still be at least two remaining!
I'm going to ping Mark regarding the international postage thing.
Ross.
Lummy! You may have to resort to looking on Ebay by January. I've just bought four!
Quote from: emjaybee on November 07, 2021, 10:19:46 AM
Lummy! You may have to resort to looking on Ebay by January. I've just bought four!
Will 3 of 'em be on EBay in January, then? :P
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 07, 2021, 10:25:21 AM
Quote from: emjaybee on November 07, 2021, 10:19:46 AM
Lummy! You may have to resort to looking on Ebay by January. I've just bought four!
Will 3 of 'em be on EBay in January, then? :P
Oi! Get yer own 'get rich quick' scheme.
Actually, two are for me, two are for LASteve.
:claphappy: Someone worked out you buddy up, buy four or more for free UK postage and send separately to your buddies round the World. :beers:
Quote from: weave on November 07, 2021, 11:01:52 AM
:claphappy: Someone worked out you buddy up, buy four or more for free UK postage and send separately to your buddies round the World. :beers:
Yeaaaah, not quite. LASteve and his lovely better half are over visiting family around Christmas and we're meeting up and exchanging trans-atlantic purchases.
:D
Hello.
In order to minimise the shipping cost, I could order more wagons for those living in France. I would receive them all and then ship them via Colissimo. Less expensive.
Anyone interrsted?
Just ordered one. Yes, the £22.95 post to Australia is scary all right. So, I went and ordered another two wagons from The Wagon Yard to reduce my postal cost per item. Clever strategy on the part of the Wagon Yard.
Just this morning it dawned on me that the NGF special is being sold and has been for the last couple of days. For those wondering how to buy, I refer you to Tank's post #201 on this thread.
Webbo
Update:- There have now been over 100 wagons sold in 3 days! I can't believe it. :o
Mark at The Wagon Yard can't believe the numbers either, and he has asked me to put a message on here to say that there may be a slight delay with some wagons. This is because he doesn't want rush any wagons and risk lowering the quality of them by getting them out sooner. He is hoping to keep to the 28 days, but I'm sure we'd all rather have a perfect model arrive to our door. :) We're certainly not talking months here. ;)
Thanks for the fantastic response. :NGaugersRule: :thankyousign:
So, who is going to get theirs first? How about a competition? The first person to receive theirs and post a picture gets a ............err ........... a years free membership of the NGF. ;)
Quote from: dannyboy on November 08, 2021, 08:28:00 PM
So, who is going to get theirs first? How about a competition? The first person to receive theirs and post a picture gets a ............err ........... a years free membership of the NGF. ;)
the second gets two and so on :o
Quote from: Snowwolflair on November 08, 2021, 08:37:57 PM
Quote from: dannyboy on November 08, 2021, 08:28:00 PM
So, who is going to get theirs first? How about a competition? The first person to receive theirs and post a picture gets a ............err ........... a years free membership of the NGF. ;)
the second gets two and so on :o
Drat. Beaten to it.
If I get mine will I win first prize if I post a picture on the N G F Facebook page as I STILL cant manage to post one on the main site despite every one trying to show me and tell me how to do it .
If I win and you accept my picture I dont mind a 6 months free subscription to the N G F .
I hope the postman has a parcel tomorrow or wednesday ,we will see .
Bob Tidbury
Having thought a bit more about this, some of us are at a disadvantage, so we need some sort of handicap system. Members in Yorkshire should get theirs before me, even though I am a Yorkshireman! I should get mine before a member in say, Germany, who should get theirs before members in America, who should get theirs before members in say, Australia.
I have just had another thought, (two in one day :o) - forget the aforementioned, my brain is starting to hurt. :)
I have just read post #252 from @Bob Tidbury (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=3442) - how about first prize being a one day course in posting pictures to the forum? ;D
Making the most posts in this thread is not going to win you any prizes :no: ;) :P
Dannyboy
Don't you mean a YEARS free course on how to post pictures on the main Forum .
The Facebook page is much easier .I just go into the pictures on my Ipad click on the one I want and press send ,job done
So many people have shown me and told me even writen a crib sheet on how to do it , but my pea brain still cant grasp it .The pictures of my layout in my gallery folder were put on by me BUT with a mate telling me step by step and watching me ALL the time .But I can NEVER remember how I did it when I try again .
So it will just have to be Facebook page Im'e afraid .
Bob Tidbury
Finally ordered mine :)
:NGF:
Quote from: Tank on November 06, 2021, 06:17:27 PM
If anyone would like a wagon but needs international post, please email Mark at The Wagon Yard and he'll help you out the best he can.
I can confirm that Mark is a really helpful chap. He found another shipping method (without tracking) to the Continent for half the price :thumbsup:
Best,
Michael
A quick question, purely out of interest. Is the Forum getting a little bit of money from each wagon sold, or is the Wagon Yard receiving it all?
Whatever the financial arrangement is/was, I'm intending no criticism and I don't want to know any details. It would just be nice to know if the NGF's coffers are gaining a benefit from all Tank's hard work.
Cheers,
Chris
There are some right nosey people on here.......! :smiley-laughing:
Yes Chris, we are getting a small amount from each wagon. I didn't want to add too much so that prices were kept down. To be honest, I was only expecting to sell 30 wagons originally, so I'm amazed at the numbers that I know about so far.
Thanks @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) ! That's excellent. I'm not normally nosey - I just ask the questions that everyone else is too shy to ask :) .
I reckon you could have stuck an extra fiver on the price and people would have still bought them.
Cheers,
Chris
I'm sure you're right there! :D I'm happy to get a little bit for the forum and that so many have been sold though. :thumbsup:
Update:-
We're currently at 121 sold. :claphappy: Orders will slowly be sent out from this week, but may take a few weeks due to the large number that Mark has to produce.
:claphappy: :bounce: Just had an Email my two N G F wagons are on the way .I will put a photo on the Facebook page as soon as I can .
I want to win the years free tuition on how to put photos on the main Forum .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: Bob Tidbury on November 15, 2021, 03:12:27 PM
:claphappy: :bounce: Just had an Email my two N G F wagons are on the way .I will put a photo on the Facebook page as soon as I can .
I want to win the years free tuition on how to put photos on the main Forum .
Bob Tidbury
We're all rootin' for ya Bob!
I have just received an email and they will deliver via royal mail.
Quote from: Tank on November 15, 2021, 01:47:04 PM
Update:-
We're currently at 121 sold. :claphappy: Orders will slowly be sent out from this week, but may take a few weeks due to the large number that Mark has to produce.
Hope I get mine before Xmas as one's a pressie for a mate :uneasy:
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 15, 2021, 03:37:49 PM
Hope I get mine before Xmas as one's a pressie
I hope I get mine before Xmas as they are a pressie .... for me. :)
Had my email to let me know my two are on their way, woohoo! :claphappy:
Quote from: TrevL on November 16, 2021, 08:22:52 AM
Had my email to let me know my two are on their way, woohoo! :claphappy:
I ordered mine the day before you did, Trev, so I hope to hear something soon
Quote from: Tank on November 11, 2021, 11:08:20 AM
we are getting a small amount from each wagon.
I've just gone and bought one - a big reason is because of this. This forum has been invaluable to myself as a new modeller.
Quote from: Papyrus on November 11, 2021, 11:42:07 AM
... I reckon you could have stuck an extra fiver on the price and people would have still bought them.
An interesting observation, and possibly (probably, certainly for me) correct. But how do you find the tipping point - could be dire consequences if you get it wrong. :-\
Perhaps the poll should have explored this aspect instead of a straight yes, no, or possibly
Quote from: Tank on November 15, 2021, 01:47:04 PM
We're currently at 121 sold. :claphappy: ... may take a few weeks due to the large number that Mark has to produce.
He's gonna need some new crayons :D :D
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 15, 2021, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Tank on November 15, 2021, 01:47:04 PM
Update:-
We're currently at 121 sold. :claphappy: Orders will slowly be sent out from this week, but may take a few weeks due to the large number that Mark has to produce.
Hope I get mine before Xmas as one's a pressie for a mate :uneasy:
That's fantastic news Mick :thumbsup:
Not the fact that the wagons are being produced but that you have a mate! :D
Quote from: Trainfish on November 18, 2021, 01:23:56 AM
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 15, 2021, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Tank on November 15, 2021, 01:47:04 PM
Update:-
We're currently at 121 sold. :claphappy: Orders will slowly be sent out from this week, but may take a few weeks due to the large number that Mark has to produce.
Hope I get mine before Xmas as one's a pressie for a mate :uneasy:
That's fantastic news Mick :thumbsup:
Not the fact that the wagons are being produced but that you have a mate! :D
I just won £500 on a bet you'd be the first to make that comment :claphappy:
Thanks so much :P
Look what's arrived in todays post! 8) :claphappy: :beers:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/5583-181121145024.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=116294)
My wagon arrived too
Mine didn't :'(
Just received an email form The Wagonyard, mine is on its way. I am hoping my NGS Hunslet may arrive by Christmas so I can make a 'special' train using the Hunslet, the NGF 10 wagon, and the three TTA tankers I purchased last year.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
I have not heard owt yet, (and I got my order in almost immediately we were notified they were available). However, I have my email acknowledgement, so am not worried. Will just have to be patient :).
Quote from: Firstone18 on November 20, 2021, 09:59:34 AM
Just received an email form The Wagonyard, mine is on its way. I am hoping my NGS Hunslet may arrive by Christmas so I can make a 'special' train using the Hunslet, the NGF 10 wagon, and the three TTA tankers I purchased last year.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Some of us old lags have the previous one.................
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/31/main_21716.JPG)
You mean this is the second 10th anniversary we've had? :confused1:
When's the next 10th anniversary going to be? Can I put my wagon order in now?
Cheers,
Chris
Mine's arrived!! Looks great on my layout, goes well with my other self-made special wagons. I noticed a white number on the frame underside; anyone know what this number is?
Now waiting for news on my Hunslet, but it is a white livery so not in the first batch.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
If anyones got one or two of those N G F hopper type wagons they dont want any more at a sensible price please P M me .
Bob Tidbury
My red NGF one has arrived too today, what a good do.
Great that they're rolling out! Let's have some pics! :thumbsup:
Got an email saying my NGS hunslet has been dispatched, too.
Gonna be a good Christmas! :beers:
Quote from: Firstone18 on November 22, 2021, 02:37:48 PM
Mine's arrived!! Looks great on my layout, goes well with my other self-made special wagons. I noticed a white number on the frame underside; anyone know what this number is?
Yes, I asked if a number could be put underneath each one.....nothing official, I just thought it might be fun in 10 years time to know what number is where. :)
Just had a look. May be number 002 or 502 but neatly done @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/3894-231121120140.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=116529)
That looks like 002 to me, I have 009 & 011.
Ok difficult to tell trev
Hopefully mine will be here soon, haven't heard anything just an order acknowledgement on 6th November
Quote from: crewearpley40 on November 23, 2021, 12:01:53 PM
Just had a look. May be number 002 or 502 but neatly done @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2)
I imagine that's 002. There won't be a 502! :)
Thanks chris and trev. Must have been the small handwriting and the ink but i like the personalised way of keeping tabs . The wagon lettering itself is a work of art.
Thanks for the info, mine looks like it is 012. It would be interesting to set up a record by wagon number to show where the wagons have ended up around the world.
On close inspection with my binocular head magnifier on the decoration is impressive, so crisp and clear.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Quote from: Tank on November 23, 2021, 09:07:02 PM
Quote from: crewearpley40 on November 23, 2021, 12:01:53 PM
Just had a look. May be number 002 or 502 but neatly done @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2)
I imagine that's 002. There won't be a 502! :)
Not so long ago you didn't think you'd shift 50!
Yay! Have just been advised mine have been shipped :claphappy:
And I got my notification a short while ago. :)
Me too at 20:46! :thumbsup:
Still not heard anything about mine
Received the notification that mine is on the way :)
Update:
57 have so far been sent out, which I think is very impressive.
I'll push for any more sales in a couple of weeks, so that Mark catch up.
My two are on the way too :)
Quote from: Tank on November 26, 2021, 04:36:22 PM
Update:
57 have so far been sent out, which I think is very impressive.
I'll push for any more sales in a couple of weeks, so that Mark catch up.
I just hope supplies of the base wagon are up to the job
Hi all, just curious; What type of wagon are these based on? Not sure if I'm using the right term (and sorry; I haven't read all 21 pages!) but if I wanted a rake of wagons of which this was one of; what wagon should I be looking for?
I hope that makes sense. Thank you.
The base model is the standard Dapol BR 21t steel bodied mineral wagon. Frequently used for loco coal and block trains for large industrial users, but could also be found in general coal traffic mixed in with other coal wagons of varying styles and vintage.
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 26, 2021, 08:50:36 PM
I just hope supplies of the base wagon are up to the job
Dapol have told us that they're happy to keep working over the Christmas break to keep up with demand! ;D But seriously, yes, The Wagon Yard have plenty of stock. I believe that the rest of the orders have already been primed, ready for the next stage. :thumbsup:
Is there is any interest in a database of where the wagons have gone, just country and approximate location by wagon number? I am willing to create an XL spreadsheet if the data protection rules allow this. Perhaps one of the forum moderators can advise on this please?
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
I would be interested to see where wagons have ended up.
I would be interested to find out where my 2 are right now.
Only kidding Tank, I'm not that impatient. Maybe they will arrive with my Hunslet...........
EDIT: Hunslet just arrived so at least it will be run in by the time my wagons get to me.
;D Glad you were joking! As I was reading the first sentence I was thinking of a polite answer...!!! :smiley-laughing: Nice wind up.
Quote from: dannyboy on November 27, 2021, 12:30:19 PM
I would be interested to see where wagons have ended up.
Yeah it does sound interesting. And a red dot on the map for each one would be an interesting visual too.
I ordered mine on the 9th, and was getting a little concerned that it hadn't turned up yet. Apparently there's a 28 day turnover on them. This may stop the Wagon Yard being pestered by impatient beggars like me.
My order went in on the 6th, so I'm hoping I might hear something next week...
Cheers,
Chris
Quote from: dannyboy on November 27, 2021, 12:30:19 PM
I would be interested to see where wagons have ended up.
:bounce:
:claphappy: 3 arrived at Hayling today to a very pleased customer.
Just for info' - my order for two went in on the 5th and I received the email telling me they had been dispatched on the 25th, so hopefully I will have them sometime next week, (depending on Irish Customs and the inevitable demand for VAT!!).
My two were ordered on the 5th November and have just been delivered.
Mine have numbers 40 & 41 on the underside and they look really smart. Well done @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) and The Wagon Yard.
Just waiting for my Hunslet now.
I ordered mine on 5th November and have just received them as well. :claphappy:
Numbered 032 and 033 now in Sleaford, Lincolnshire if anyone wants to put them on the map.
Must get on with layout now.
I got my order confirmation on the 5th and then heard nothing so I was getting concerned after reading the last few posts..... if anyone else is thinking the same then check your junk folders.
Mine is on the way apparently! :bounce:
Wagons numbered 028 and 029 have just arrived in Milton Keynes (for the benefit of anyone who might be wish to track their whereabouts!).
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/5593-291121115822.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=116762)
Now they can keep my Hunslet company for a while.
#036 just arrived in South East Kent. A bit chilly from sitting in the Royal Mail van overnight I reckon :)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/5885-291121120515.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=116766)
number 39 has arrived in Crawley a great model it is to
John
Does anybody know the part number for this wagon unpainted from Dapol (or even know if such a thing is available) please? I assume the wagon yard buy them unpainted but are they available to the public? I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
OffshoreAlan
Which wagon numbers do you have please?
If OK with you, I will add to my database; please let me know.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
Does anybody know the part number for this wagon unpainted from Dapol (or even know if such a thing is available) please?
This particular one's not showing on the list of available unpainted N wagons. Maybe The Wagon Yard can get them unpainted in bulk, or maybe they just use a plain painted version and respray.
https://www.dapol.co.uk/shop/n-gauge/wagons-amp-freight/unpainted-wagons (https://www.dapol.co.uk/shop/n-gauge/wagons-amp-freight/unpainted-wagons)
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
Does anybody know the part number for this wagon unpainted from Dapol (or even know if such a thing is available) please? I assume the wagon yard buy them unpainted but are they available to the public? I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
They certainly have been available unpainted in the past - I've had a couple, but I can't see any currently listed anywhere. IIRC they were only around £1 less than fully decorated, so not a big saving...
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
Does anybody know the part number for this wagon unpainted from Dapol (or even know if such a thing is available) please? I assume the wagon yard buy them unpainted but are they available to the public? I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
The unpainted model is Dapol 2F-038-000. They appear to be out of stock at most shops but sell for about £7 - around £4 less than a factory painted one.
Steven B.
Quote from: Nighthawk on November 29, 2021, 12:01:02 PM
Wagons numbered 028 and 029 have just arrived in Milton Keynes (for the benefit of anyone who might be wish to track their whereabouts!).
Now they can keep my Hunslet company for a while.
Quote from: ntpntpntp on November 29, 2021, 12:05:59 PM
#036 just arrived in South East Kent. A bit chilly from sitting in the Royal Mail van overnight I reckon :)
Great photos, thank you both for sharing them. I love the pair together! :beers:
I think mine must have gone 'snailmail' :'(
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
But Shirley you don't need a wagon to do that :-X
Quote from: Tank on November 04, 2021, 11:00:18 AM
I'll travel to the Welsh coast and skim it across the sea to you!
Have you got there yet Chris?
(Only joking, I have an email to say my two are on the way). :)
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 29, 2021, 03:52:15 PM
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
But Shirley you don't need a wagon to do that :-X
There seem to be a few pretty ladies who go in for that sort of thing in a very revealing way :heart2:
Number 56 has arrived in Aberdeenshire. Very impressed with it.
Number 022 reached Bedford today. It only remains for me to build a layout for it to run on.
Quote from: ntpntpntp on November 29, 2021, 04:45:54 PM
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 29, 2021, 03:52:15 PM
Quote from: Pjlons83 on November 29, 2021, 12:30:39 PM
I'd like to have a go and painting myself just for fun.
But Shirley you don't need a wagon to do that :-X
There seem to be a few pretty ladies who go in for that sort of thing in a very revealing way :heart2:
I'll be sure to make film my efforts..... I'm just not sure it would be suitable to share :P
Here are my two. Arrived today and really nice they are too. Mine are 030 and 031, and here they pose with my rather lovely NGS Hunslet in NCB livery. It is not very well known that "NGF" in fact stands for "Northern Granite Forwarders" a mineral company from oop norf.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/242-291121205713.jpeg)
finally got my act together and ordered one, however wont see it until TINGS as had it shipped to my brother in UK for pickup in Sept. Wonder if I will be the last to receive one into my hands.
Couldn't your brother send it out to you?
he could, but he is a tight a..... Gives me another good reason to get over there next year.
That picture of the two N G F wagons just shows how tiny the Hunslett is I cant wait to see mine arrive and run it on the layout .
A friend ordered mine with his so I will just have to wait untill we can meet up so I can get my hands on it.
I am not meeting any one now untill after the 9th December as I have a Hospital procedure booked and if I catch a cold or worse then they wont go ahead and then I will end up on the bottom of the list .
So I will just have to be patient .
Bob Tidbury
I was going to be a doctor but I never had the patients ;)
Good luck! :thumbsup:
I can report that numbers 54 and 55 have arrived safely in SK land (NE Cheshire).
Norman
Numbers 034 and 035 arrived chez moi today.
There have been enough pics but just for the 'if there's no pic it didn't happen' brigade..............
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/264-301121132534-1168072030.jpeg)
Number 52 has arrived in Bury
I am now a bone fide and proud member of the Lincolnshire Branch of the 'N Gauge Forum Ten Year Anniversary Commemorative Wagon Owners Club' known more memorably as the NGFTYACWOC. ;)
My membership number is 27.
I have yet to rise to the exalted membership status of a 'Two Wagonner' but remain hopeful. I believe the Club still awaits it's first 'Three Waggoner'.
Superb model. Just the ticket. Thanks Chris and The Wagonyard.
:beers:
*Sighs* Where's mine....? :(
Cheers,
Chris
I think there should be a moratorium on people stating that they have got theirs!! (At least until I get mine ;)).
It's been quite the week of deliveries. :D
Mr Nobby, I can only see 1 wagon in your picture so I don't believe you have 2, ie "It didn't happen" :goggleeyes:
Either way you still have at least 1 more than me though :'(
Quote from: Newportnobby on November 30, 2021, 01:30:19 PM
Numbers 034 and 035 arrived chez moi today.
There have been enough pics but just for the 'if there's no pic it didn't happen' brigade..............
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/264-301121132534-1168072030.jpeg)
19 is in Suffolk where it will be cherished indeed.
Or it could be 61.
strain - are there only two digits on your wagon? Mine was marked '012' so I'd assumed all would be having a leading 0 to avoid the problem you have highlighted. Perhaps Tank, or someone from The Wagonyard can advise?
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Seriously, is it that important? ???
Edit: I suppose it is, if it's going to be a collector's item and not just run on a layout :)
Thanks Firstone18 - it's 019. The '0' isn't very clear.
Quote from: Bealman on December 01, 2021, 08:08:47 AM
Seriously, is it that important? ???
Edit: I suppose it is, if it's going to be a collector's item and not just run on a layout :)
Presumably 19 in Suffolk would look like 61 in Australia.
Is it true that wagons run round the track in the opposite direction in the southern hemisphere?
PW
Quote from: Bealman on December 01, 2021, 08:08:47 AM
Seriously, is it that important? ???
If someone is compiling a spreadsheet then - yes :P
Quote from: Newportnobby on December 01, 2021, 12:04:08 PM
Quote from: Bealman on December 01, 2021, 08:08:47 AM
Seriously, is it that important? ???
If someone is compiling a spreadsheet then - yes :P
Vital!
To ensure future generations are suitably confused about what was truly important in the 21st Century.
:D
050 has arrived in Melton Mowbray ;D
Further to reply #344, I am pleased to say that the moratorium has now been lifted, (not that anybody took any notice :)). Numbers 017 and 018 have now arrived in Leitrim and they seem to have sneaked past Customs! :claphappy:. Lovely models they are too - thanks go to Tank and The Wagon Yard. :thumbsup:
P.S. I have one 'N Gauge Forum 10th Anniversary' wagon for sale. As new, never been on rails, extremely rare! £99.99p plus p&p. (Only joking ;)).
Quote from: Firstone18 on November 29, 2021, 12:41:07 PM
OffshoreAlan
Which wagon numbers do you have please?. If OK with you, I will add to my database....
Yes, OK. 042,043,044
Still waiting for mine........
Both of mine currently have minus numbers :'(
Quote from: Trainfish on December 01, 2021, 11:26:11 PM
Both of mine currently have minus numbers :'(
That's because I've got 'em >:D :nerner:
To all NGF 10 wagon owners, or potential owners:
I am compiling a spreadsheet of wagon numbers, forum names of owners, and location.
It is nothing complicated, as I'm not a XL whizz-kid!
If there is any interest I could post it on the forum at some point if all the moderators are in agreement with this.
I could also email it directly to anyone interested.
If someone knows how many have been ordered, and if the numbers are running sequentially, this information would help me; there seem to be gaps in the number sequence so far.
I'm waiting for my train shed to warm up a bit so I can go and run a few trains, and I've just got a SPROG so want to try it out with Decoder Pro.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
@Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899)
I get the impression Keith, from the information already posted, that the numbers were allocated to members, as and when the order was received, as I know mine was one of the first orders and I received 017 and 018. Then The Wagon Yard, by whatever method, produced the wagons and numbered them - maybe not necessarily in the order the orders were received. You then have the Postal service for different countries, (in my case, Royal Mail and An Post), to take into account, thereby giving you the gaps in the number sequence. It is just a theory of mine though. :hmmm:. It will certainly be interesting to see just where the wagons end up.
Hello Keith
Numbers 045 and 046 are on my Poppingham layout, just south of Edinburgh. I hope this is helpful to fill in a couple of your gaps.
With best wishes
John
@Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899)
Quote from: Firstone18 on December 02, 2021, 09:48:25 AM
To all NGF 10 wagon owners, or potential owners:
I am compiling a spreadsheet of wagon numbers, forum names of owners, and location.
It is nothing complicated, as I'm not a XL whizz-kid!
If there is any interest I could post it on the forum at some point if all the moderators are in agreement with this.
I could also email it directly to anyone interested.
If someone knows how many have been ordered, and if the numbers are running sequentially, this information would help me; there seem to be gaps in the number sequence so far.
I'm waiting for my train shed to warm up a bit so I can go and run a few trains, and I've just got a SPROG so want to try it out with Decoder Pro.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
I'm not 100% certain on this, but if you're using Excel for your spreadsheet, but you will not be able to post it on here unless you make an image of it. I tried about a year ago for something else, and there was no way of doing it, probably because Excel is an actual program.
The excel sheet could be made a pic from a screen grab or converted to a pdf and attached to a post using the 'Attachments and other options' facility
In response to post #342, Yes there is one 3 wagon owner on my spreadsheet; see post #357.
I think I've worked out how to get a pdf of the spreadsheet, so when I get to close to 50 wagon numbers I'll post it on the forum.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
051 just safely arrived in Sunny Shropshire 😁
Cheers Colin
Quote from: Firstone18 on December 02, 2021, 09:48:25 AM
To all NGF 10 wagon owners, or potential owners:
I am compiling a spreadsheet of wagon numbers, forum names of owners, and location.
It is nothing complicated, as I'm not a XL whizz-kid!
If there is any interest I could post it on the forum at some point if all the moderators are in agreement with this.
I could also email it directly to anyone interested.
If someone knows how many have been ordered, and if the numbers are running sequentially, this information would help me; there seem to be gaps in the number sequence so far.
I'm waiting for my train shed to warm up a bit so I can go and run a few trains, and I've just got a SPROG so want to try it out with Decoder Pro.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
There are roughly 140 sold so far. I won't say who has ordered them, as it's up to each person to own up! ;) ;D I would ask that if you were to publish the information that you double check that each person is happy with that. Thanks. :thumbsup:
I've got 053 in Moray.
I just posted this on my Christmas layout construction thread but I thought I should share it here too as it's somewhat topical :D
Great to see your wagon put to use! ;D
I have just looked at the numbers on my two wagons and they are 3 and 4.
So they can go on the Map as High Wycombe .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: Bob Tidbury on December 04, 2021, 02:45:57 PM
I have just looked at the numbers on my two wagons and they are 3 and 4.
For some reason they all seem to have the number '10' on them :dunce:
I wouldn't know :'(
It occurred to me at work yesterday whilst looking at the modules stacking up in the yard for HS2 Colne Valley Viaduct, that if I took some Kato track, motive power and the NGF wagons and set them up on the beams we could possibly claim the NGF ran the first train on HS2.
:hmmm:
I'll see what the weather is like during the week leading up to christmas.
That would be great! :D Photographic evidence needed of course!!!
I've just added a new 'header image' to the forum, which includes an NGF wagon and a special guest! ;D
Ha Ha! I like it, boss! (Well, apart from the toothpaste) ;)
Is the map published yet? not that it will help for mine as it will be stuck in the UK until next September, unless I can persuade my brother to open his wallet. Anyone got a spare crowbar?
I'm beginning to rethink my position on these wagons ...
... I've been told that the wagons for the freight operations on my Bedford layout are going to be eye-wateringly expensive ... so maybe I should just assemble a rake of these instead?
Graham - I had no intention of posting a map on the forum; my computer skills are not up to doing so! I started the spreadsheet just for my own interest, then thought others may also be interested. I need to be sure there are no objections from any members before I post the spreadsheet, and I was waiting until some of the gaps were filled in.
For those members who are outside the UK the postal delays will be considerable at this time of year, so maybe in the New Year when I have more wagon number/location details I will post the spreadsheet.
I hope any member who does not want details posted will have let me know by then. I have used forum names for the owner details.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Wagon #068 has landed in Lindfield! :claphappy: :claphappy:
Happy for it to go on your spreadsheet @Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899) .
Cheers,
Chris
PS. I've just thought - it can go on a 'specials' train with my NGS white van from many years ago.
20 Tonner Nr. 027 is normally based near Spilsby in Lincolnshire but has today arrived in 'Switzerland' with an important light load, where a Christmas themed display is being prepared ahead of the festivities.
This tremendous gesture of international goodwill is fully appreciated by the 'Swiss', and it is hoped that the exchange (the Lincolnshire owners receive Stollen and Apfelkuchen in return) will be repeated for many years to come.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/116/5634-061221115102.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=116989)
(spreadsheet compilers may add its location as either 'near Spilsby' or in 'Switzerland' as they see fit. :D )
#069 has now arrived in Kidderminster.
Happy to be added to spreadsheet.
Chris
:claphappy:
Will let you know when mine arrives in Plymouth, and yes, you can put me on the spreadsheet.... :bounce:
Yes, I paid for mine on the 9th of Nov' and still no sign. Starting to fret!
I'm thinking about adding a load to mine, but I want something different from boring old coal. Something relevant to the forum would be good. The only idea I have had is used jokes going for recycling, but I'm not sure how to model those... Any ideas?
Cheers,
Chris
Quote from: Papyrus on December 07, 2021, 12:40:32 PM
I'm thinking about adding a load to mine, but I want something different from boring old coal. Something relevant to the forum would be good. The only idea I have had is used jokes going for recycling, but I'm not sure how to model those... Any ideas?
Cheers,
Chris
That's easy...
:poop:
Quote from: Papyrus on December 07, 2021, 12:40:32 PM
I'm thinking about adding a load to mine, but I want something different from boring old coal. Something relevant to the forum would be good. The only idea I have had is used jokes going for recycling, but I'm not sure how to model those... Any ideas?
Cheers,
Chris
Chris, find an old vinyl record by Danial O'Donnal, beat it with a large hammer into many small pieces, and use those for your load. And the record...Dannyboy of course. :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
Quote from: Papyrus on December 07, 2021, 12:40:32 PM
I'm thinking about adding a load to mine, but I want something different from boring old coal. Something relevant to the forum would be good. The only idea I have had is used jokes going for recycling, but I'm not sure how to model those... Any ideas?
Cheers,
Chris
Chris, find an old vinyl record by Danial O'Donnal, beat it with a large hammer into many small pieces, and use those for your load. And the record...Dannyboy of course. :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing:
Here you go -
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/4209-071221132626.jpeg)
Smash it up even you don't use it for a load :)
Sorry, more of a Christie Moore fan meeself.
By the way, I haven't bought one yet and have forgotten how to. Probably blatantly obviously in front of my face but any clues?
Cheers, weave :beers:
Quote from: weave on December 07, 2021, 02:03:46 PM
By the way, I haven't bought one yet and have forgotten how to.
That's easy. Just walk into a record shop and ask ..... oh, do you mean the wagon? ;)
https://thewagonyard.co.uk/product/n-gauge-forum-10th-anniversary-20t-mineral-wagon/
Quote from: weave on December 07, 2021, 02:03:46 PM
Sorry, more of a Christie Moore fan meeself.
Cheers, weave :beers:
Me too! Good man yerself...
Cheers,
Chris
Quote from: GAD on December 07, 2021, 11:49:29 AM
Yes, I paid for mine on the 9th of Nov' and still no sign. Starting to fret!
I paid for mine on the 7th of November and I'm still waiting for mine
Regards,
Alex
Quote from: Hailstone on December 07, 2021, 06:53:18 PM
Quote from: GAD on December 07, 2021, 11:49:29 AM
Yes, I paid for mine on the 9th of Nov' and still no sign. Starting to fret!
I paid for mine on the 7th of November and I'm still waiting for mine
Regards,
Alex
I'll split the two of you with the 8th, and I'm still waiting too.
Stu
#057 has arrived in Potsdam :claphappy:
mika, OK to add to the spreadsheet?
Cheers
Keith
Yes, Keith, that's fine :thumbsup:
I've been away for a couple of days but had a parcel delivered and left in my garage. Could this be my 2 wagons? :goggleeyes:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/262-091221011327-1170671445.jpeg)
Only if they were despatched by Amazon.
Quote from: Trainfish on December 09, 2021, 01:17:37 AM
I've been away for a couple of days but had a parcel delivered and left in my garage. Could this be my 2 wagons? :goggleeyes:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/262-091221011327-1170671445.jpeg)
silly boy ... You've ordered the 2nd anniversary wagon in 10mm/ft scale.... :doh:
Quote from: PLD on December 09, 2021, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: Trainfish on December 09, 2021, 01:17:37 AM
I've been away for a couple of days but had a parcel delivered and left in my garage. Could this be my 2 wagons? :goggleeyes:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/262-091221011327-1170671445.jpeg)
silly boy ... You've ordered the 2nd anniversary wagon in 10mm/ft scale.... :doh:
This could get a bit heated methinks. ;)
Mine are on the way!
My pair just arrived. In the new Spanish tradition I had to pay the postman €12 for the delivery, but well worth it :)
Nos 80 and 81 have just turned up for Thetford Rd (that's in Watton Norfolk) happy for that to be added to the spreadsheet. I think they look really cool, as do the other 2 wagons I bought. My daughter in law is impressed with The Victoria Coal Company, a wagon named after her!
Quote from: Trainfish on December 09, 2021, 01:17:37 AM
I've been away for a couple of days but had a parcel delivered and left in my garage. Could this be my 2 wagons? :goggleeyes:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/262-091221011327-1170671445.jpeg)
Well, I opened the box and found inside........................
......drum roll please................................
...............a heater!
I'll fit that next week in Graffham then.
Another parcel arrived this week too and inside I found 2x NGF wagons :claphappy:
They have consecutive numbers underneath but I'm not telling you what they are. However, if you add the 2 together it makes 123 and not 121 as previously noted :-[ :thumbsup:
Ordered 6 Nov
Delivered 10 Dec
# 79,85
so who is going to get the 100th wagon??
( and great little models)
Amateurs...
Behold the magnificence!
Like I always say...
...go big or go home!
Uber cool :thumbsup:
They're not all yours Michael, you fraud! :)
Quote from: weave on December 12, 2021, 12:19:20 AM
They're not all yours Michael, you fraud! :)
No-one likes a smart-ass.
Foiled! I woulda gotten away with it if it hadn't been for them meddlin' kids!
:D
lovely
Bob @Bob Tidbury (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=3442) after today we have helped you . Ngf wagins arrived and
running and yeah , video for you.
@crewearpley40 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=3894) Blink and you miss them! :D Great to see them, thanks!
@Trainfish (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=262) and @emjaybee (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=5604) Great video's from you both. Thanks for sharing them, although it's making me want to buy more than the single one that I have!!! ;D Have fun! :)
Chris @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) better shots can be seen here on bob 's layout https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=23500.0 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=23500.0)
Wagon #063 arrived at Chez Bealman here in Wollongong this morning. Pics of it on the B&CE forthcoming. :thumbsup:
Having contacted them twice about my delivery, and been told they'd be posted 'that week' ie. last week and this week, I'm now officially worried. Ordered on the 9th of November, has anyone waited as long as me for a UK delivery?
Quote from: GAD on December 18, 2021, 03:11:10 PM
Having contacted them twice about my delivery, and been told they'd be posted 'that week' ie. last week and this week, I'm now officially worried. Ordered on the 9th of November, has anyone waited as long as me for a UK delivery?
Mine were ordered 3 days before yours and arrived on the 6th December, so perhaps yours are not so late at this stage given the Christmas run-up and the increasing disruption due to Omicron if they were posted in the last week. However, I'd still suggest contacting them again on Monday to find out exactly when they were posted and with what carrier.
Here's hoping they'll arrive for you before Christmas.
Quote from: GAD on December 18, 2021, 03:11:10 PM
Having contacted them twice about my delivery, and been told they'd be posted 'that week' ie. last week and this week, I'm now officially worried. Ordered on the 9th of November, has anyone waited as long as me for a UK delivery?
I ordered mine on the 7th of November and got an email email yesterday saying that it had been dispatched - maybe next week?
Regards,
Alex
I ordered 9 Nov and just heard they are on their way. Patience is a virtue and they do say orders may take time.
Please don't panic if yours hasn't been noted as dispatched yet. As long as you've had your initial email to say that your order has been confirmed then TWY know about it. They dispatched another 21 wagons last week.
As I explained before, like most manufacturers in the N gauge community, this isn't their full time job and so they're making the wagons as fast as possible. I think the initial orders of the first two weeks caught us by surprise! Since that first week I've held off on advertising so that TWY can can up!
If you have been told that the wagon was dispatched, and you haven't had it delivered within a reasonable time, then of course get in contact with them. :) Otherwise, please wait a bit longer. I really appreciate your purchases and apologise that delivery has been a bit behind.
F.A.O. The Keeper of the
"Spreadsheet O' Wagons"...
Wagons number: 77 & 78 are to reside in North Oxfordshire
Wagons number: 75 & 76 are temporarily in North Oxfordshire, bu t will shortly be residing in Studio City, Los Angeles, USA.
[Message ends]
106 and 107 arrived in W Devon to-day
Well wagon 98 has landed in East Dorset
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/523-201221161250.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=117481)
a beautifully printed wagon :thumbsup:
I'd bu y a couple. At. Least
IfI could find out how to buy t hem of course
Ray
@REGP (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=1145)
https://thewagonyard.co.uk/product/n-gauge-forum-10th-anniversary-20t-mineral-wagon/
Quote from: MinZaPint on December 20, 2021, 04:15:08 PM
Well wagon 98 has landed in East Dorset
a beautifully printed wagon :thumbsup:
That's lovely to see, thank you. :)
Quote from: tunneroner61 on December 20, 2021, 06:00:11 PM
REGP
https://thewagonyard.co.uk/product/n-gauge-forum-10th-anniversary-20t-mineral-wagon/
I had stopped advertising the link, just so the current orders could be completed. But, I appreciate you putting the link up to help REGP.
UPDATE:
I've been informed that 121 have now been sent out as of today. This brings us up to and including those purchased to the 29th November. Numbers slowed down a lot after that, so there are only about 15 more to send.
I'll be advertising these again shortly, and I would appreciate you spreading the word. :) It should be included in the NGS Journal through The Wagon Yard, which will be lovely to see.
Keep the photo's coming in!!! :camera: :D
Edit:-
Thank you to Nighthawk, who has kindly let me use his photo for the banner at the foot of the forum. Hopefully this will create more sales. :thumbsup:
Good, it sounds like these will be available in January then! SWMBO put a total moratorium on my buying *anything* until then! :)
Ross.
Who has got number 1 and where is it located ,I have just bought another wagon from a friend who decided it didnt fit in with his stock and I have now got numbers 2 , 3 , and 4 so I will have one on the up freight , one on the down freight and one in the little coal train I run at club running days .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: Tank on December 20, 2021, 07:26:17 PM
Thank you to Nighthawk, who has kindly let me use his photo for the banner at the foot of the forum. Hopefully this will create more sales. :thumbsup:
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) 'Foot of the forum'? I always see it at the top. Who has moved to Oz - you or me? ??? ;)
There's a header and a footer showing the wagon now. You need an extra Weetabix Mick. :)
Nope. I've tried the Home page and the Forum page and no banner at the foot ???
Do you use an Ad blocker?
Something is amiss Mick. This is what I see -
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/4209-211221102204.jpeg)
@Newportnobby (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=264)
Looks like you have a gremlin Mick cos it's a.o.k. for me too. :)
:NGF:
Finally, late yesterday evening NGF wagon 103 arrived on Sunnisyde. While Sunnisyde is based in Yorkshire, it lives in County Durham.
Still no 'footer' for me. It matters not one jot as I have my wagons but I hope it helps sales.
Wagon number 91 arrived in east London yesterday, Happy christmas!
Regards,
Alex
Footer present & correct!
just been informed mine has been shipped, ordered on 30th Nov.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/9782-221221110938.jpeg)
Wagon 118 has arrived in Stiltsbury (with an unusual consignment). Or Plymouth if we are being more geographically accurate!
I love that! ;D Very good.
Quote from: pinball on December 22, 2021, 11:11:55 AM
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/9782-221221110938.jpeg)
Wagon 118 has arrived in Stiltsbury (with an unusual consignment). Or Plymouth if we are being more geographically accurate!
I'VE BEEN CHEATED!
No Hipporhinosaurdiles in my delivery.
Maybe it's that we scatter Oofal Dust every night to scare off the effalumps and it also affected them?
Mine has just arrived and very nice it is too. Just in time for Christmas. I'm not sure what number it is as I wrapped it up without opening it and put it under the tree.
Coincidentally on Sunday I ordered some hippos off eBay. They were going to join the queue at the ice cream van but they might enjoy riding in the NGF wagon.
Who knew that the NGF would be producing a limited edition hippo wagon :D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51766318525_fdef3801e0_c.jpg)
Wagon 102 rocking up at Flüfeld - special trip working!
Wagon 114 has arrived in Glasgow today.
Further to my post at the beginning of the month, I can report that, somehow or other, the two 10th Anniversary wagons that arrived in Ireland have now made their way across the pond. Here they are on, (the far from complete), Dilymic Field -
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/4209-241221125026.jpeg)
I suspect that the very rich American gentleman who made an appearance in the latter stages of Averingcliffe may have had a hand in this - especially as he owns most, if not all, of the 'Burlington Northern' railway and has always had a soft spot for UK railways. :hmmm:
It was a hell of a throw across the Irish Sea (my arm's aching like mad!), but I'm glad you got the package intact! :D
You must have some really good mussels Chris, thank you for your efforts.
(I think I have the spelling of muscles wrong - thinking of a prawn cocktail at the moment :)).
110, 111, 112 have arrived in Sheffield with some more to come. Needless to say I really do like them.
Sadly my order has not arrived in time for Christmas, despite a despatch notice at the beginning of the week. It was to be a present to me from my daughter, but it is moot now as I have covid and daughter probably has as well. Happy days.
The arrival of NGF at Princetown will have to wait.
It's fantastic seeing these wagons hauled by all sorts of different traction all on different styles of layout. I'm tempted to order some more and get a little rake of them going! May need more hippos though!
Don't get any more hippos, get some lions, tigers, giraffes, monkeys etc., then you can zoo..m along the tracks. :)
#125 is now safely located in Peterborough after arriving a little while ago and being stashed under a tree :)
Numbers 58,59 & 60 leaving Parsons Tunnel heading for Teignmouth on their way to Portreath in Cornwall. Am very pleased with them. :thumbsup:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/117/4918-261221104454.jpeg)
Happy for them to be added to the distribution map (TR16). Just ordered another 4 to join them idc :)
Dizz and Trainfish:
OK, I may be a bit fuzzy from all the food and drink yesterday, but my tracker of wagon owners and locations tells me both of you have wagon No.60?? I may have mis-interpreted Trainfish's cryptic clue?
When you get time, can you check your wagon numbers please?
It may be there are two numbered 60!!
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
The other possibilities are that I read them wrong, am crap at maths, was also fuzzy/inebriated, can't read, blatantly lied, was talking several castrated male bovine animals (changed back by me)*
*Delete as appropriate.
It may be that mine actually add up to 123 (not 121 as previously advised I think) although 1 of them looks like it says 190 and the other looks like Z90 I think I was looking at them upside down and they are actually 061 and 062 :thumbsup:
Sorry about that old chap :-[
Quote from: Newportnobby on December 21, 2021, 10:02:35 AM
Quote from: Tank on December 20, 2021, 07:26:17 PM
Thank you to Nighthawk, who has kindly let me use his photo for the banner at the foot of the forum. Hopefully this will create more sales. :thumbsup:
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) 'Foot of the forum'? I always see it at the top. Who has moved to Oz - you or me? ??? ;)
It has to be your ad-blocker, Mick. The banner was missing from the foot of my pages too until I clicked 'turn off for this site' and now all sorts of exciting things are visible again.
Cheers,
Chris
Trainfish, No problem - thought it might be my maths! Table update accordingly.
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Quote from: Papyrus on December 26, 2021, 11:49:11 AM
Quote from: Newportnobby on December 21, 2021, 10:02:35 AM
Quote from: Tank on December 20, 2021, 07:26:17 PM
Thank you to Nighthawk, who has kindly let me use his photo for the banner at the foot of the forum. Hopefully this will create more sales. :thumbsup:
@Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) 'Foot of the forum'? I always see it at the top. Who has moved to Oz - you or me? ??? ;)
It has to be your ad-blocker, Mick. The banner was missing from the foot of my pages too until I clicked 'turn off for this site' and now all sorts of exciting things are visible again.
Cheers,
Chris
I tried that last week, Chris. Still no footer.
Wagon 128 has now arrived in Derby (en route to Princetown). This was a replacement for one dispatched in December but which never arrived. Many thanks to Emma at the Wagon Yard for providing this.
Chris
Oh, I'm sorry to hear that the first one went missing. I'm glad to hear the TWY sent you a replacement though. :thumbsup: Hope you enjoy it. :)
We're now at 175 wagon sales. :)
I just ordered a second one
Regards,
Alex
Who has got Number 1 ?
I have now got 2 , 3 ,4 ,thanks to a member who changed his mind and the wagon didnt fit in with his stock .
Bob Tidbury
Quote from: Bob Tidbury on January 13, 2022, 08:09:58 AM
Who has got Number 1 ?
I suspect @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) and why not. It's his baby.
The question was asked before with no reply.
Yes, I ignored it to increase the suspense.....! :-X :smiley-laughing: I do indeed have number 001! I'm thinking about buying a couple more though....
Quote from: Hailstone on January 13, 2022, 01:37:07 AM
I just ordered a second one
Regards,
Alex
That's great to hear Alex. It's wonderful when members buy one, but amazing when members go back for more.....shows what good quality work has been done by The Wagon Yard. :thumbsup:
Quote from: Tank on January 13, 2022, 09:57:23 AM
I do indeed have number 001!
Are you sure you are not looking at it upside down? :hmmm: ;)
Quote from: Tank on January 13, 2022, 09:57:23 AM
shows what good quality work has been done by The Wagon Yard.
I have a few Wagon Yard productions and have never found fault with any of them. :thumbsup:
Mine has arrived :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/2084-150122210127.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=118486)
Cheers, Stu
What number is it, Stu (white number found under the chassis)?
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 15, 2022, 09:31:59 PM
What number is it, Stu (white number found under the chassis)?
133 Mick.
Cheers, Stu
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 15, 2022, 09:31:59 PM
What number is it, Stu (white number found under the chassis)?
When you look at the number Stu, make sure you do not read it upside down. Our leader thinks he has number '001' ;D
Your post just beat mine Stu - I don't suppose there can be any confusion with '133'. :)
Quote from: dannyboy on January 15, 2022, 09:36:29 PM
I don't suppose there can be any confusion with '133'. :)
EE1 ?
Wagon 063 debuts on the B&CE.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035626-1185121870.jpeg)
Finally, the NGF wagon is transported down the branch to Castle Eden behind the new NGS Hunslet, also making it's debut on the branch.
It is accompanied by a companion NGF hopper. The Hunslet is an NCB loco, so the load in the hopper is appropriately coal. The loco is also Western region, so I thought it prudent to attach a toad. :beers:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035725-1185131766.jpeg)
Quote from: Bealman on January 16, 2022, 04:35:28 AMThe loco is also Western region, so I thought it prudent to attach a toad. :beers:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035725-1185131766.jpeg)
I see no toad on the line :hmmm:
Ah, found it when I zoomed in :thumbsup:
(https://media.istockphoto.com/photos/tunnel-of-lovefrogprincess-picture-id588365894?k=20&m=588365894&s=612x612&w=0&h=_TST1LpTTXwViINgscmNh9H4HkmmAw3Gfgs-zWEFSWg=)
:D
Stu, OK to add you to the tracker? if so, can you confirm location, I'm assuming IOW is the one in Hampshire, but your flag is confusing me! :confused2:
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Quote from: Firstone18 on January 16, 2022, 04:16:58 PM
Stu, OK to add you to the tracker? if so, can you confirm location, I'm assuming IOW is the one in Hampshire, but your flag is confusing me! :confused2:
Cheers
Keith
NGS 21472
Hi, yes you can add to tracker. I am in the I.O.W Hampshire. From Wales originally hence the flag. ;)
Cheers, Stu
Quote from: mk1gtstu on January 15, 2022, 09:01:42 PM
Mine has arrived :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/2084-150122210127.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=118486)
Cheers, Stu
Are you going to weather it Stu?
Regards,
Alex
Another one on IOW mine's number is 113.
:NGaugersRule:
Quote from: Hailstone on January 16, 2022, 11:57:11 PM
Quote from: mk1gtstu on January 15, 2022, 09:01:42 PM
Mine has arrived :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/2084-150122210127.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=118486)
Cheers, Stu
Are you going to weather it Stu?
Regards,
Alex
I'll probably leave this one as is.
Cheers, Stu
Good decision. It is after all fictitious and an NGF icon! :beers:
137-140 are in hertfordshire, fab looking wagons very happy with them and the service from the wagon works.
127 currently in Bedford, eventually will be in Melbourne. (around TINGS if all goes to plan)
I ended up buying one for my son for Christmas, so number 135 was bobbing around Sussex with some Revolution IWAs earlier!
One has arrived in Glorious Devon....
Chassis #132 will now be based in Plymouth!
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@Foxhound (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=8774) for the records would you mind posting the number of your NGF wagon please?
(white number underneath the chassis)
Hello folks
This is a piece of a post I made on my Deadwood thread a couple of weeks ago:
I purchased one of the NGF 10 year anniversary wagons (#95). It cost quite a bit more to have it shipped than the cost of the wagon itself, but that is part of the price of living in Australia. Here she is being towed by my Jinty which is a gorgeous little loco IMO.
I used to be able to show the thumbnail for these YouTube videos, but things have changed or I've forgotten how to do it (more likely).
Webbo
Doesn't really matter, Ian. Video works fine. :thumbsup:
Only thing is that an LMS loco hauling private owner wagons wouldn't have a BR brake van :) ;)
I have an LMS brake van (grey), but the most important consideration for me is how all the colours match from one end of the train to the other.
Quote from: Newportnobby on January 31, 2022, 10:16:32 PM
@Foxhound (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=8774) for the records would you mind posting the number of your NGF wagon please?
(white number underneath the chassis)
Post updated this morning sir! Happy to oblige! :)
Quote from: Bealman on January 16, 2022, 04:35:28 AM
Wagon 063 debuts on the B&CE.
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035626-1185121870.jpeg)
Finally, the NGF wagon is transported down the branch to Castle Eden behind the new NGS Hunslet, also making it's debut on the branch.
It is accompanied by a companion NGF hopper. The Hunslet is an NCB loco, so the load in the hopper is appropriately coal. The loco is also Western region, so I thought it prudent to attach a toad. :beers:
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035725-1185131766.jpeg)
Wait - an NGF hopper? Are they still available? :drool:
I'm afraid not. I think I only managed to sell 35 of them, if memory is correct. They were produced by Robbie's Rollingstock. I may get something else produced in a number of years, again, as the wagons have been very popular.
160-166 have arrived in South Yorkshire to join my other 3 to make a full rake. Working on the wagon loads now so no pics available.
Numbers 154,155,156 and 157 have made their way along the sea wall at Teignmouth and on through Churston to work with 58, 59 & 60 (already logged) in Portreath, Cornwall (TR16).
May get a few more yet ;) :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162330.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119285)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162149.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119282)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162227.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119283)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162301.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119284)
:jawdropping: WOW! That looks fantastic! A view I never expected to see. Thanks for buying them, and for showing such great photos. Would I be OK to use the photos in the future? :thumbsup:
Quote from: Tank on February 07, 2022, 08:12:34 PM
:jawdropping: WOW! That looks fantastic! A view I never expected to see. Thanks for buying them, and for showing such great photos. Would I be OK to use the photos in the future? :thumbsup:
Thank you......should be me saying thanks for coming up with such a great wagon :)
No problem Tank, please use the photos as you like👍
Quote from: Dizz on February 07, 2022, 04:31:59 PM
Numbers 154,155,156 and 157 have made their way along the sea wall at Teignmouth and on through Churston to work with 58, 59 & 60 (already logged) in Portreath, Cornwall (TR16).
May get a few more yet ;) :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162330.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119285)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162149.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119282)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162227.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119283)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/119/medium_4918-070222162301.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=119284)
Wow! Now I know why mine hasn't arrived yet - you've exhausted the Wagon Yard staff!
(To be fair it's only been 5 weeks since I ordered and I understand they're busy)
That's a very pretty rake
Both of my orders took just over 5 weeks to come through, so hopefully you will see yours soon :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Number 124 made it successfully to Orpington. It arrived empty, so I followed the notice printed on the wagon side and took it to Kenley.
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:smiley-laughing: That's excellent! If I'd known I could have said hello. What time were you there?
Quote from: Tank on February 15, 2022, 05:48:03 PM
:smiley-laughing: That's excellent! If I'd known I could have said hello. What time were you there?
15:59, it was a bit wet so I did not stay very long. I had lunch near the Bluebell Railway so it was on the way home, almost.
Very nice. I need to get down there this year, as it's been a while.
Just a heads up for anyone else who has ordered; I've just heard from Emma at the Wagon Yard and they're swamped at present and running a couple of weeks behind. Still replying to emails with commendable alacrity though. Looking forward to receiving mine.
I think we can say the wagon has been a resounding success! Is it worth petitioning for an annual NGF wago/van of the year?
I would happily support that, by buying each and every one.!
Nice thought but I think
(a) it would lessen the impact of owning one
(b) it might drive 'the Boss' off his rocker for one every year.
Maybe one every 5 years? ;)
I talked to the Wagon Yard stall at Basingstoke today - they said that 200+ have been ordered, and more coming in every day!
they are/have moved to new premises, so there may be some teething problems!
I'm a little late to the party but no 174 arrived this morning. Only took 9 weeks!
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/7778-180322104011.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120641)
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/120/6517-180322202352.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=120665)
Just lacking Scenery at the moment!
Quote from: Markthetog on March 18, 2022, 10:40:26 AM
I'm a little late to the party but no 174 arrived this morning. Only took 9 weeks!
Lovely photo. Apologies for the delay. I haven't heard anything from them myself, so I believe that they're really busy.
Quote from: RPS on March 18, 2022, 08:26:52 PM
Just lacking Scenery at the moment!
Wow, that's an amazing number of wagons! Thanks for supporting the forum. :) I'm sure they'll look even more incredible when you get further with your layout. :thumbsup:
Quote from: Tank on March 18, 2022, 09:16:14 PM
Quote from: Markthetog on March 18, 2022, 10:40:26 AM
I'm a little late to the party but no 174 arrived this morning. Only took 9 weeks!
Lovely photo. Apologies for the delay. I haven't heard anything from them myself, so I believe that they're really busy.
My comment wasn't intended to come across as grouchy - Tina was extremely apologetic about the delays and it was well worth the wait.
Quote from: Markthetog on March 18, 2022, 09:34:42 PM
Quote from: Tank on March 18, 2022, 09:16:14 PM
Quote from: Markthetog on March 18, 2022, 10:40:26 AM
I'm a little late to the party but no 174 arrived this morning. Only took 9 weeks!
Lovely photo. Apologies for the delay. I haven't heard anything from them myself, so I believe that they're really busy.
My comment wasn't intended to come across as grouchy - Tina was extremely apologetic about the delays and it was well worth the wait.
I bet she used the 'simply the best' line as well ;)
:doh: :doh: :doh:
No 175 arrived on Friday and is due at Trewoon junction today 8)
Regards,
Alex
Numbers 181 and 182 have made it to the Falmouth Branch in Cornwall.
Here they are passing through Perranwell Station.
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Excellent! Good to see that more are arriving, and also being put to work right away. :)
And good to see them with loads.
Just to inform you all, I'll stop selling these wagons at the end of this month. :thumbsup:
To all NGF 10 wagon owners:
A while ago I started compiling a spreadsheet of owners and where the wagons were located.
As of today, the highest number wagon is 182, 4 have been sent to the USA, 1 to Switzerland, 1 to New south Wales, 1 to Canberra, 1 to Melbourne, 1 to Princetown, and the first (and so far only) 10 wagon owner is Smartie6466.
If any other members have wagons they would like me to add to the spreadsheet, please let me know.
when Tank officially declares cessation of selling, i will be happy to provide the spread sheet on request and agreement of the moderators.
Cheers
I have ordered a couple and I am patiently waiting for them to arrive (ordered on 20th March).
John M
**UPDATE**
Mine have just arrived today (06/05/22), complete with a handwritten note on the delivery note apologoising for the delay.
@Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899) - I have numbers 190 and 191 and I am located in Tidworth.
John M
Just ordered 3 of them, looking forward to their arrival to join the ever growing fleet, may get to four figures this year yet....
Just ordered one of these, it looks fantastic.
Just to say, so it can be logged number 200 arrived with me today.
Graham
193,194 and 197 arrived here at the end of last week
Quote from: Firstone18 on April 13, 2022, 04:37:45 PM
To all NGF 10 wagon owners:
...If any other members have wagons they would like me to add to the spreadsheet, please let me know....
I think you've got some of mine, but not the latest so here's the full list, which are based on Hayling Island :-
042 * 043 * 044 * 167 * 168 * 169 * 170 * 171 * 172 * 173
Quote from: Markthetog on March 18, 2022, 10:40:26 AM
.... no 174 arrived this morning. Only took 9 weeks!
Browsing this thread just came across this - possibly my fault because I put in an order for 7 before 174 which probably delayed the production line a bit.
:sorrysign:, but I got a bit carried away by these attractive wagons ;) .
I'm glad that they're still being delivered. I'm finding contact with TWY difficult. I believe that we're at about 225 sales.
195. 196. 198 and 199 arrived in Portreath whilst I was away over the Jubilee weekend and happy for them to be logged in the spreadsheet with my previous purchasses. That order was dated 26 Feb. I also had a nice note on the invoice apologising for the delay.....absolutely not a problem for me. I have another 2 orders of 4 wagons each placed in March and April that will get here eventualy.
I know that TWY has been/is exceptionally busy because, based on how good the NGF wagons are, our club placed an order for a limited edition runs of Hayle Railway Modellers N and OO gauge wagons and we have had to join the queue with everyone else. TBH am not surprised: TWY seems to have identified a definite niche requirement that they are admirably filling with quality products. Good luck to them :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
All the best
Pete
Ah glad I've remembered to look up this thread up and find that TWY are a bit busy, because I keep forgetting I ordered two on 29th April and they haven't arrived yet. Be a nice surprise in the post when they do ;)
I'm curious about logging the numbers, are the wagons individually numbered?
AdrianC - Yes each wagon has a number underneath.
I'm keeping a tracker of owner by NGF ID, a location, just the town name, NGS membership number, and layout name.
It is an XLS spreadsheet, so when I know all are sold I will post it the forum.
Cheers
Thanks @Firstone (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=416) , I'll keep an eye and post the numbers here when the wagons arrive.
And on that note, I had an email from Emma at TWY yesterday evening apologising for the delay. :thumbsup:
Latest update on delivery:
Number 212 has safely arrived on Sonmel.
I must admit I'd forgotten about these, now the link doesn't work and I cannot find them on the website :dunce:
Quote from: Shiney Sheff on September 29, 2022, 04:32:59 PM
I must admit I'd forgotten about these, now the link doesn't work and I cannot find the on the website :dunce:
Crikey, you may be out of luck. They had an 'end date' for sales, what is trickling out now, I suspect, is the last of the orders. Perhaps @Tank (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=2) can confirm the status.
I'm sorry, I closed the books on these a while back. I wanted a couple more myself, but I found the Wagon Yard a little difficult to get replies from. I think we overworked them! LOL
Only a couple of years before I organise the 15 years wagon/van/loco?!?!? :o ;D
Quote from: Tank on October 02, 2022, 01:24:37 PM
Only a couple of years before I organise the 15 years wagon/van/loco?!?!? :o ;D
How about wagon
and van
and loco? ???. Just thinking out loud ......... ;)
:laugh: Well, I'm not sure any of us will have any money to buy anything in the next couple of years....! :hmmm:
If I am still around Im'e up for at least a couple of wagons ,and I wish I could get hold of the very first N G F wagon .Not sure I could afford a loco though .
Bob Tidbury
This one, you mean? :D
(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/118/255-160122035626-1185121870.jpeg)
Thats the one George I believe they are very hard to get hold of which I quite understand , I wont ever sell my Red wagons .and as I said if I am still around will have at least 2 of the 15 year wagons .
Bob Tidbury
Same with me, Bob. If I'm still here I'll order one. ;D
My wagon No 205, ordered just before the closing date for orders, arrived today.
My last 8 (ordered just before the closing date) arrived last week with a nice letter from Emma......a lot has happened at the Wagon Yard the last several months and they are nearly fully back to speed now.
Numbers 186,187,188, 189, 201, 202, 203 and 204 will now also reside in Portreath, Cornwall. Happy for them to be added to the data base alongside the other 11 please. Cant imagine there can be any more outstanding now.
Going to look good on the club layout behind my recently renumbered and named Std 9f "Black Prince" :D
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(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/129/4918-230123184707.jpeg)
Big thanks to Tank for arranging the limited edition, looking forward to the 15th Anniversary ;)
Eh? The 11th/12th/13th and 14th come before 15th! ;)
Quote from: Dizz on January 23, 2023, 07:03:43 PM
Cant imagine there can be any more outstanding now.
I'm still waiting for my two. That isn't a complaint, as I know they have had issues.
Quote from: dannyboy on January 23, 2023, 07:34:33 PM
Eh? The 11th/12th/13th and 14th come before 15th! ;)
We're actually past the 11th and 12th already!!
Probably need to start planning very soon if that Ready to Run Class 15 loco is going to be ready for the actual 15th anniversary... ;)
If the total number is 225 then there are still 107 to add to my spreadsheet. If the owners would like to have their wagon(s) add please let me know.
At present, Dizz seems to be the owner of the most wagons with 19 on the list.
Looking forward to the 15th year model whatever it is.
Cheers
Quote from: Dizz on January 23, 2023, 07:03:43 PM
My last 8 (ordered just before the closing date) arrived last week with a nice letter from Emma......a lot has happened at the Wagon Yard the last several months and they are nearly fully back to speed now.
Numbers 186,187,188, 189, 201, 202, 203 and 204 will now also reside in Portreath, Cornwall. Happy for them to be added to the data base alongside the other 11 please. Cant imagine there can be any more outstanding now.
Going to look good on the club layout behind my recently renumbered and named Std 9f "Black Prince" :D
Big thanks to Tank for arranging the limited edition, looking forward to the 15th Anniversary ;)
:jawdropping: Wow! That's an amazing number of wagons, and great photos. Lovely to see you enjoying them.
I'm sorry to everyone for the delay. I had no idea, and assumed that they'd all been delivered long ago.
The delay wasn't a problem for me, Emma kept me in the loop about what was going on all the way.... no need for apologies Tank.
@Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899), you can tick 214 and 215 off as they arrived today with an apology for the delay. And very nice they are too. :thumbsup:
Again, I had no idea that some still hadn't been delivered. I will write and ask what has happened.
I'm glad that you've had them delivered, and I hope that you enjoy them. :thumbsup:
My thanks to all NGF wagon owners for letting me use their information.
So far, the highest wagon number is 215, but there are 95 unclaimed numbers up to this last wagon number.
If any owners wish me to add their wagon(s) to the list, please message me or add a post.
If you do send me your number(s) a town location, layout name, and (if relevant) your N Gauge Society number would be appreciated.
Thank you.
@Firstone18 (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=6899), I can give a location, Rayleigh, Essex, but no layout at the moment (although the one I'm tentatively planning will probably be called Newton Parkway), and I'm not in the NGS (yet).
Quote from: Firstone18 on May 25, 2023, 09:01:46 AM
My thanks to all NGF wagon owners for letting me use their information.
So far, the highest wagon number is 215, but there are 95 unclaimed numbers up to this last wagon number.
If any owners wish me to add their wagon(s) to the list, please message me or add a post.
If you do send me your number(s) a town location, layout name, and (if relevant) your N Gauge Society number would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Do you have mine, number 56, on the sheet? I can't remember if I sent it to you! Let me know if not and I'll message you through the details.
Mine hasn't come in yet. I'm not in a rush, but I just pinged Emma to learn what the latest is and will let the group know.
When I placed my order I specifically requested the very last wagon in the production run, so when I learn what the number is I'll let y'all know!
Ross.
Wow!
Emma replied almost instantly to my email!
They've experienced some illness and a recent relocation of premises which have caused the delays, but they're working hard to get all the remaining wagons numbered and out to customers.
Ross.
Do you have mine, number 56, on the sheet? I can't remember if I sent it to you! Let me know if not and I'll message you through the details.
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I do have yours listed, but for location I just have Aberdeenshire. If you can let me know a town I will amend this.
Cheers :beers:
Quote from: Firstone18 on June 08, 2023, 06:59:15 AM
Do you have mine, number 56, on the sheet? I can't remember if I sent it to you! Let me know if not and I'll message you through the details.
I do have yours listed, but for location I just have Aberdeenshire. If you can let me know a town I will amend this.
Cheers :beers:
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Certainly can! No. 56 lives in Ellon :)
My wagon arrived last October (2022). I couldn't at the time find the number, hence not posting it's safe arrival. I took it out of the box a few minutes ago and happened to turn the wagon over to look at the underside... :-[
Number 207 is at (layout still in early stages of construction and yet to receive a name).
Should've gone to Specsavers :-[
Quote from: Panpa on July 31, 2023, 11:27:32 PMMy wagon arrived last October (2022). I couldn't at the time find the number, hence not posting it's safe arrival. I took it out of the box a few minutes ago and happened to turn the wagon over to look at the underside... :-[
Number 207 is at (layout still in early stages of construction and yet to receive a name).
Should've gone to Specsavers :-[
Can I add you to my database please? If ok, can you let me know your location - nearest town will be fine if you don't want to give specific area.
Cheers
I asked for the very last one in the production run and back in June Emma shipped it to a friend in the UK who was collecting a bunch of bits & pieces together to save shipping costs to me. I just got the "care package" this morning and NGF wagon #216 is now happily enjoying the Florida sunshine!
Ross.
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Quote from: RBTKraisee on November 27, 2023, 08:50:19 PMI asked for the very last one in the production run ..... NGF wagon #216 is now happily enjoying the Florida sunshine!
Must get my white paint pen out for a bit of doctoring on mine! (Only joking Ross). :)
Quote from: dannyboy on November 27, 2023, 08:59:37 PMQuote from: RBTKraisee on November 27, 2023, 08:50:19 PMI asked for the very last one in the production run ..... NGF wagon #216 is now happily enjoying the Florida sunshine!
Quote from: dannyboy on November 27, 2023, 08:59:37 PMQuote from: RBTKraisee on November 27, 2023, 08:50:19 PMI asked for the very last one in the production run ..... NGF wagon #216 is now happily enjoying the Florida sunshine!
Must get my white paint pen out for a bit of doctoring on mine! (Only joking Ross). :)
Must get my white paint pen out for a bit of doctoring on mine! (Only joking Ross). :)
Ah, it could be fake anyway... that's artificial lighting, not Florida sunshine ;)
I didn't know they were numbered. Mine is still in its box, number 014, residing in Skegness
Great to see that the final one has been received. :thumbsup:
Thanks to everyone for buying them. Next year will see me planning for the next one....! :jawdropping:
Quote from: Tank on November 29, 2023, 10:08:50 AMNext year will see me planning for the next one....!
Why wait so long? ;). Look forward to hearing your plans Chris - and thanks for the work you have put in to the forum. :thumbsup:
Thanks mate. :thumbsup: