This years event was well attended with a good selection of members work on display. The range of engineering undertaken is quite amazing. Projects ranged from examples of precision machining and milling exercises undertaken by apprentices as part of their training which produced ‘novelty’ items through to a miniature petrol engine ‘Sealion’ designed by Edgar T. Westbury.
The evening was an opportunity to discuss the various projects with the builders and to exchange ideas and suggestions that would help solve or ease production challenges.
All of our Roving Reporters were there and have submitted pictures for you to enjoy.
5″ gauge driving truck & passenger car
These are based on an LMS 48′ Utility Van
Cab of a Russian 2-6-2 Su Class
Reverser & brake valve, superb detail
7¼”g, built using only photographs
Chris (l) says it’s not far from completion
Ross’s workmanship really shines
A closer look at the gears for the timing
Andrew’s 5″g A4 with streamlined shape
Closer view of smokebox and door
David’s (r) 5″ ‘Torquay Manor’ tender
A complex curve and dozens of rivets
Kieran’s apprenticeship work
Plenty of discussion & tea brewing nicely
Self explanatory & very neat work
Chris admires Cliff’s Nixie Tube Clock
For information on the unusual Nixie Tube Clock
And the winner of the Farr Trophy 2018 is…….
Ross, with his Edgar Westbury ‘Sealion’. Chair person Mark presents the award
