Osborn Exclusive OSB012 Dapol Western D1000 Western Enterprise Desert Sand small

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Bob G

#75
January 13, 2021, 11:14:12 AM
Hi Scott

Just after I posted, the doorbell went and my limited edition Western arrived (no 004 out of 200).

It runs well, no eccentric axles, and I just thought I'd compare it with my other Osborns D1000 (pristine) and my hand painted attempt on a Farish Western that I did in 1994.
I think I actually like both Osborns versions, and will keep the pristine one as well as the weathered one. I think your point about the engine exhaust weathering is a valid one.
The hand painted one was good for its day but the body is clearly not as good as the Dapol one.

Hopefully I don't break the space-time continuum by having two identical locos on my layout at the same time.

Bob











NGS-PO

#76
January 13, 2021, 11:21:46 AM
My concerns are around the roof/exhaust and teh lack of brake/track dirt around teh underframe and teh bogies, as can be discerned on the Maroon example I have.

The other niggle I have with these models is the stick-on headcodes.

It sounds like I'm moaning, I'm really not.  None of thes epoints would deter me from buying it had I been aware beforehand nor recomending these to anyone.

Osbourne's (and CMC) are to be commended for commisioning LE models.

(Mine id 40 of 200)



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Scott.
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NGS-PO

#77
January 13, 2021, 11:24:42 AM
Also, note for those not aware, the instructions advise that the decoder scoket is Next18.

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Scott.
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Dalek

#78
January 13, 2021, 11:45:49 AM
Quote from: NGS-PO on January 13, 2021, 11:24:42 AM
Also, note for those not aware, the instructions advise that the decoder scoket is Next18.

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Scott.

Does that mean it's got a speaker or room for one Scott, do you know ?

You are about 10 miles or so away from me i think so hopefully mine will arrive today  :D

Craig

RailGooner

#79
January 13, 2021, 11:48:43 AM
Quote from: NGS-PO on January 13, 2021, 11:24:42 AM
Also, note for those not aware, the instructions advise that the decoder scoket is Next18.

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Scott.

Is it not? I've read in various sources that it's N18 - I suppose if Dapol posted incorrect spec and it was copied by many...

NGS-PO

#80
January 13, 2021, 11:49:58 AM
I'm really not sure Craig.  I haven't opened it up yet...

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Scott.
If you know someone who's depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn't a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather.Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they're going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It's hard to be a friend to someone who's depressed, but it is one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you will ever do."

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NGS-PO

#81
January 13, 2021, 11:51:43 AM Last Edit: January 13, 2021, 11:55:28 AM by NGS-PO
Quote from: RailGooner on January 13, 2021, 11:48:43 AM
Quote from: NGS-PO on January 13, 2021, 11:24:42 AM
Also, note for those not aware, the instructions advise that the decoder scoket is Next18.

Best

Scott.

Is it not? I've read in various sources that it's N18 - I suppose if Dapol posted incorrect spec and it was copied by many...

I confess, I'm not sure what the question is...

The instructions say Next18 so I'm assuming that is what will be there when we open it up?  Or have I got the wrong end of the stick?

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Scott.
If you know someone who's depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn't a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather.Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they're going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It's hard to be a friend to someone who's depressed, but it is one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you will ever do."

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Nev S

#82
January 13, 2021, 11:54:15 AM
Thanks for posting the photos. Agree with the comments. Definitely needs some brake dust around the lower areas and a bit more soot on the roof but in my view, factory weathering has generally been a starting point subject to further improvement. Decision made, I'm in!

RailGooner

#83
January 13, 2021, 11:58:25 AM
Sorry Scott. I interpreted your "the instructions advise that the decoder socket is Next18" to mean it was not actually N18. I now read "beware, unlike the earlier releases it's now N18" and am becalmed.  :beers:

NGS-PO

#84
January 13, 2021, 12:03:10 PM
Quote from: RailGooner on January 13, 2021, 11:58:25 AM
Sorry Scott. I interpreted your "the instructions advise that the decoder socket is Next18" to mean it was not actually N18. I now read "beware, unlike the earlier releases it's now N18" and am becalmed.  :beers:

Ahh, now I understand.

No apology necessary.

Best

Scott.
If you know someone who's depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn't a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather.Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they're going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It's hard to be a friend to someone who's depressed, but it is one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you will ever do."

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Ditape

#85
January 13, 2021, 12:24:23 PM
With everyone raving about the new class 92 I have just received my limited edition Weathered Class52 Western Enterprise a proper loco.


Diane Tape


Tim E

#86
January 13, 2021, 12:56:43 PM
RE N18 Decoder Socket:  Whilst I have not opened my 'Enterprise' up yet I can confirm that the All-Maroon Western Harrier I received before Christmas does indeed have an N18 socket now. 

I think Dapol are quite keen to get everything upgraded to N18 sockets going forwards...

One thing to note, be very careful handling the model, the weathering can be quite easily rubbed off onto fingers.  This does mean you can use a brush to 'edit' the weathering if needed.

All in all as someone who missed out on the first batch, I am very pleased with this and intend to add to the weathering.

NGS-PO

#88
January 13, 2021, 02:46:32 PM
Quote from: Tim E on January 13, 2021, 12:56:43 PM
One thing to note, be very careful handling the model, the weathering can be quite easily rubbed off onto fingers.  This does mean you can use a brush to 'edit' the weathering if needed.


Having looked at it closer now, it actually seems to be a wash rather than the previous airbrushing.

Best

Scott.
If you know someone who's depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn't a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather.Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they're going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It's hard to be a friend to someone who's depressed, but it is one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you will ever do."

(PLEASE NOTE: Unless where obviously posting on behalf of the NGS, all posts and views are my own and not connected/endorsed by the Society.)
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