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There was a time when owning and running a model railway was much derided in the media. It was dismissed as "grown men playing with trains". But a properly constructed model railway goes well beyond this and becomes a serious hobby which involves a high level of realism and a considerable amount of craftmanship. This book demonstrates how to operate a model railway in accordance with actual practice with advice on creating credible combinations of rolling stock, and running trains in a realistic setting along plausible operating lines. More than 65 diagrams and track plans as well as tips and information for use on layouts of all sizes are included.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
'Model Railway Operation' by C.J. Freezer is a concise book on a complicated subject. The book is meant for serious railway modellers, as is clear from the subtitle 'In Accordance with Prototype Practice'. In this case the 'prototype' is British, with the emphasis on the age of steam.
Ashburton seems to appear in most of Mr Freezer's books and the one under review is no exception!
Mr Freezer is a well-known authority on the hobby, and his expertise and experience alone ensure that this is an interesting and instructive book. In my opinion any modeller interested in serious model railway operation should read it.
The author is also famous for his layout designs, and the book includes a number of them. Also included is a lot of pratical information, although I think that the section on couplings is a bit out of place.
The book is illustrated with drawings, diagrams and photographs, including a few in colour. It is interesting to note that the photos show model railway scenes rather than prototypes and have, in my opinion, not really been selected with a view to the subject matter.
Mr Freezer is an eminently readable writer and I am glad to own this book. For many modellers, the main reason for designing and building a model railway layout is, after all, to operate it realistically. If you want to play the game, the book will definitely be of use. Recommended.
Ashburton seems to appear in most of Mr Freezer's books and the one under review is no exception!
Mr Freezer is a well-known authority on the hobby, and his expertise and experience alone ensure that this is an interesting and instructive book. In my opinion any modeller interested in serious model railway operation should read it.
The author is also famous for his layout designs, and the book includes a number of them. Also included is a lot of pratical information, although I think that the section on couplings is a bit out of place.
The book is illustrated with drawings, diagrams and photographs, including a few in colour. It is interesting to note that the photos show model railway scenes rather than prototypes and have, in my opinion, not really been selected with a view to the subject matter.
Mr Freezer is an eminently readable writer and I am glad to own this book. For many modellers, the main reason for designing and building a model railway layout is, after all, to operate it realistically. If you want to play the game, the book will definitely be of use. Recommended.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I love C.J. Freezer's track plans and have many of his booklets. This book takes over where the booklets leave off. As might be expected the book is full of plans and it is operation of these that are discussed. I had hoped for a lot more information on prototype practice but the manner of the book's layout means that you have to read it from cover to cover to glean the information you are interested in.
That said, it is a useful book for modellers. I shall just have to buy another book on prototype practice!
That said, it is a useful book for modellers. I shall just have to buy another book on prototype practice!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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The late Cyril Freezer had a very personable way of writing and this book is in the same mould. It gently guides you through the subject suggesting ideas as it goes along. I found it a source of inspiration as well as a very relaxing and informative read. It was written some time ago, but the points it makes are still valid now as then. Well worth a look.
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