Www.modernimagemodels.co.uk (http://www.modernimagemodels.co.uk)
With all this talk of new a manufacturer on the block, I thought it might be a good idea to give modernimagemodels it's own thread.
I hadn't heard of this kit manufacturer until a friend gave me a flyer he picked up at TINGS. And then it was mentioned in the DJM thread. However, the chap behind this venture may well be familiar to people, David Lund. He has posted extensively on the dark side but i had lost touch with his builds cos I really don't like going on RMWeb. I don't think he posts on here ???
Having looked at the website David has produced it looks like the kits he is selling are really first class. Especially if you like yellow trains. They are 3d prints but as completed models they look very good.
Has anyone bought and built one of David's kits yet?
Cheers
Kirky
He is a member on here......joined a few days ago. ;)
Good. Now he won't ever need to post on the dark side :-)
Cheers
Kirky
He oosts lots of stuff on Facebook if anyone is interested.If you are already on facebook just search for Modern Image Models then like his page for regular updates.
He also posts on N gauge facebook page as well for input from those of us that are members of the N Gauge group to gauge reaction and opinions.He posted a question regarding a Cowans Breakdown Crane yesterday akthough as its not really my need for such models just yet,I didn't bother looking at any comments he received.
I won't rule out buying any of his kits at a later date but from what I saw of his completed selection of models at TINGS,they are very good looking items that will no doubt find rheir way onto some layouts.
Prices seem ok too.
Pete
:Class31: :Class37: :NGaugersRule:
Quote from: kirky on September 12, 2013, 10:23:15 PM
Good. Now he won't ever need to post on the dark side :-)
Cheers
Kirky
To be fair though nearly all (MIM)Dave's posts are in the specialised 3d print section on the other place, where there is a bigger/wider community of those interested in the "art" of 3D printing.
What is it with name Dave and being more than halfway decent modeller.... now where did i put that deed poll application.....
Hi,
Quote from: kirky on September 12, 2013, 10:03:17 PM
...Has anyone bought and built one of David's kits yet?
I have purchased, and posted on this forum on some of his 3D stuff, although these languish in my 'to do' drawer as I focus on my layout construction with the limited mobility I 'enjoy' :doh:
I did put a topic up on this forum way back in February on his original offering, the Pendolino set:
http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11205.0 (http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=11205.0)
when he was selling these through Shapeways as Bmthtrains. He had previously made a decent set for himself based on Farish Mk 4 coaches but, wanting something more, went through evening classes to learn the basics of 3D design and printing. He couldn't afford the 'finer' materials available at the time and has now withdrawn the set, now actively having test prints produced for an upgraded offering produced.
I posted this of the Kirow crane last month:
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and his GSM-R mast set, top right on here:
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back in July, the other items from Etched Pixel and Paul Burkitt-Gray.
The quality of his work is excellent, from personal experience his interaction friendly and informed, and he's at Uni very soon pursuing greater skills...
Usual disclaimer, simply a very happy
bunny customer, I already have the bogies for the IQA nuclear flask wagon he's fine-tuning the design of from that displayed at TINGS :thumbsup:
HTH.
Regards, Gerry 8)
Hi everyone, thanks to Kirky for starting this thread - it's all gone a bit mad since the N Gauge show, so trying to catch up with everything!
I will try and pop updates on here, but as mentioned generally facebook or RMWeb are my main posting sites.
As I have left my career to study at university this summer, product development will slow a bit due to less' investment funds', and my hope is any income from the models will pay for future ones - effectively a self-funding hobby.
Plenty more yellow stuff in the pipeline!
David
http://youtu.be/TJ-faPTESi8 (http://youtu.be/TJ-faPTESi8)
Quote from: Bmthtrains on September 13, 2013, 10:57:06 AM
http://youtu.be/TJ-faPTESi8 (http://youtu.be/TJ-faPTESi8)
Moan: there's not enough video of the tamper! :(
The track renewal train is truly impressive. I'm saving me pennies!
Cheers
Kirky
Have to say there is some very exciting stuff on Davids website, thanks Kirky for bringing this to our attention.
I,ll certainly be ordering soon.
Regards Ian.
Following the Pendolino progress with interest. Will only be able to run a shorter version on my layout but there have been plans for 5 car 'baby' Pendolini on the big railway.
Don't forget to keep tending your layouts David, they're always absolutely stunning!
I'm keeping an eye on the Pendolino, very impressive indeed.
My brain won't cope with the photo upload on here this late in the day, but there are some pics of some new wagon designs on my facebook page that might be of interest...
David
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Quote from: Bmthtrains on September 17, 2013, 12:15:06 AM
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Hmm, I'm confused. How is this advertising, and yet the engineers wagons by richard at CRS is not? Seems a bit unfair to me, or am I missing something?
Cheers
Kirky
Quote from: kirky on September 17, 2013, 06:21:08 PM
Quote from: Bmthtrains on September 17, 2013, 12:15:06 AM
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Hmm, I'm confused. How is this advertising, and yet the engineers wagons by richard at CRS is not? Seems a bit unfair to me, or am I missing something?
Cheers
Kirky
I do not allow businesses to advertise on here without speaking to me first. The rules are in the registration agreement of the forum, and in the code of conduct.
Sorry guys,
It was just far easier than trying to post the picture on here.
Advice on what can be posted would be welcome, as my 3D work is all for my own layout, but yes are commercially available to anyone else who wants them.
Not used to this weird hobby/business mix yet!
David
Thanks for clearing that up Chris.
I'm sure you can understand from my point of view as a regular visitor, it appears less fair than it is? Hopefully David will contact you.
Is it ok for me to post his Facebook page, since I posted his web address at the beginning of the thread?
Cheers
Kirky
No problem David. You can post pictures of your works on here by using the Media section (help with this is on the FAQ page), or uploading to a 3rd party site like Photobucket.
Quote from: kirky on September 17, 2013, 07:07:30 PM
Thanks for clearing that up Chris.
I'm sure you can understand from my point of view as a regular visitor, it appears less fair than it is? Hopefully David will contact you.
Is it ok for me to post his Facebook page, since I posted his web address at the beginning of the thread?
Cheers
Kirky
It's fair to those who pay to advertise and support the forum. ;) Without them the forum wouldn't exist as my wages from my job wouldn't cover it. :D
Feel free to post his website. I don't wish to stop members from posting links, but I can't let members post their own business links.
Please PM me with any more questions. :thumbsup:
Thanks,
Will try using the media posting thing again.
The Internet has not been my friend today...websites crashing, getting a trolling on Facebook, abusive emails, and Shapeways churning out duds left right and centre...
Ipad may be thrown out of window if anything else goes wrong today!
David
I just saw the facebook messages. Let me know if I can help on that group. I'll put a warning on there.
Please PM me with any more questions.
PMd
Cheers
Kirky
Getting back on track..
I saw the models at TINGS and was extremely impressed.
Track machines have always been top of my wish lists in the polls.
Keep up the good work
I actually quite fancy one of the Network Rail jobbies but having a layout set in the 80's these may be a bit too modern image for me.
But,as there is nothing available for the 80's era track maintenance/infrastructure trains,are these easy enough to make into 80's BR Blue era stock without them looking to obvious.I know that such trains existed but have no basis for comparison.
Pete
:Class31: :Class37: :NGaugersRule:
Well I have just taken delivery of David's track tamper. I have to say at first glance, it is an excellent bit of work.
I'm not planning on doing anything just yet, it'll probably be after Christmas, but I'm looking forward to getting this on the workbench.
Cheers
Kirky