My Top Five Best & Worst Models of 2018
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As an OO modeller in the USA you have helped me so much. Thanks for that man.
That's really great to hear, thanks for your kind words!
Cheers,
Sam :)
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Of course the O2 is the worst, the O standing for Obscene, and the 2 meaning ‘I paid 2 much!’
haha absolutely right - often a true word spoken in jest ;)
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@@SamsTrains or number 2 as in a s***
Of course, it's is of course, of course, of course, it is of course, of course.
@@PreservationEnthusiast wow. Just wow
That thumbnail just screams "Percy Runs Away"
Yes, I know the black locomotive in the thimbnail is not an A0/A3.
haha! xD
I quit OO gauge a wee while back, but after seeing how many people- especially you- were so excited about the Hatton's Barclay, I'm going out of my way to get one and get it running. It just looks so good!
That sounds great - after that, I really hope you enjoy it - I think you will!
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4:17 - is that a naked man sitting on the steps on the overbridge?
No
He's been told (very strongly) to put his clothes back on! ;D
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JBofBrisbane his body must be very orange then
This is so typical of why I enjoy your reviews Sam...No amount of reading magazines or looking at static models in shop displays, can provide you with essential information to prevent you buying a bad locomotive, but thanks to your reviews Sam, it gives a prospective purchaser the confidence to make a sound purchase...Many thanks as always....Bob
Thanks a lot Bob! I agree actually - I can't understand why magazines so often fail to address blatant design issues in certain models! I'm not up anybody's a*s though, so I'll always be honest ;)
Thanks so much for your kind words, I do appreciate that!
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You're welcome Sam, just keep doing what you're doing...Bob
Thanks Sam. Really appreciate the honesty of your reviews, and the accuracy as a result your considerable experience with 'OO' model locos! I always check your reviews now before committing to a new loco purchase. Looking forward to your 2019 line-up...
My pleasure John - really glad that these videos are useful to you, appreciate it!
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Good to see the Hattons locos up at the top there - I especially love that industrial Barclay loco, the real life locos are everywhere in the UK and they have a lot of character.
I was definitely not surprised by the O2 though, and the DJ Models J94 was *very* deserving of its spot. I was really excited about that little 0-6-0, since the Dapol tooling is getting a bit old, and they... Sorta missed the whole point of an Austerity designed saddle tank loco that can run anywhere.
Great video as always! Happy Holidays!
(Oh - And I managed to nab and repair a Dean 4-2-2 this year, hehe)
Thanks a lot mate, me too - they're just wonderful! Me too - really not a fan of the DJM Austerity! :/
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Seeing him go from completely bashing coreless motors to his latest review of the 03 shunter praising them, it’s been a wild ride.
Hope your Christmas went well, Sam! My birthday is tomorrow (at the time of writing this) and I’ll be visiting the Hornby Visitor Centre on Saturday as a treat. I’ve been looking back at your videos, particularly your Getting Started with Model Railways, and some are really helpful!
Thanks Matt, hope yours did too - have a wonderful birthday, and say Hi to Hornby for me!! :D
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Awesome video Sam and hope you had a great Christmas
Thanks James, hope you did too mate! :D
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Yes I did did you get everything you wanted Sam
Hope you get a million soon
Awhh that's very kind of you! :3
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it goes to sexy lady land
That’s gonna take forever
@@roboticenby but still
Respec bruv, yes
Your videos are always terrific - I often watch them on the early morning Class 90 intercity into the City!
Thanks so much mate! haha that's a very fitting way to watch them, lol!
Thanks again for your kind words,
Sam :)
Amazing video really enjoyed it Sam!!🙂
Thanks mate, glad you liked it! :D
CHeers,
Sam :)
A good selection all round, and the Peckett is my favorite there.
I see you have a camera slider/roller now? Good choice either way!! :-D
Thanks Sammy - yes the Peckett is just wonderful! No slider or anything - I do it all manually! ;D
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Great job Sam! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! :D
Thanks a lot Kameron - all the same to you too mate, Happy New year! :D
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Sure thing and thanks.
Nice video Sam it's nice to see your favourite and least favourite models of this year
Thanks very much mate - glad you enjoyed seeing them! :D
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The gloss A1 looks great, I’ve got the gloss P2 it’s my pride and joy! Definitely worth a look!
Thanks a lot mate - yeah I love that A1 too! Blimey I once serviced a glossy P2 - I can see why you love that so much! :D
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Yes and well done wishing you a happy new year!
Thanks so much! Happy new year to you too! :D
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Fabulous video!!
Thanks so much!! :D
Very interesting list Sam, obviously due to your experience with the Heljan 02 it’s not surprising it ended up where it did. (Yours was literally in pieces)
My experience with mine so far has been ok, no real issues performance wise but build quality is an issue for sure, fortunately I bought mine in the Hattons Sale so a small price to pay. But then again I have 4 bachmann 9Fs to take up the slack when mine gives up the ghost ;-)
I’m surprised you didn’t include the Duchess? That was a truly great model.
If I may make a recommendation to you for 2019 try a bachmann 9F, you won’t be let down. Obviously new ones are pricey but most 2nd hand ones average at £90-100 on a certain online market place and they’re worth the money in my opinion.
Anyways thanks for a great video and sharing your thoughts on the models...... Now I must look into the packetts had my eye on them for a while as now I’m very tempted.
Cheers Ross.
Thanks a lot for the comment Ross - glad to hear yours was better than mine! Ahh fantastic - I bet it pales in comparison to the Bachmann 9Fs! :D
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Great vid Sam keep up your good work
Thanks so much Squid!! :D
Excellent video , and Happy Boxing Day. Sam.
Thanks Alex - happy boxing day to you too! :D
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I got the railroad Scotsman in a set from my aunt back in very early 2000’s. I think it was my first actually. It still runs despite never being serviced. I don’t mind seeing it on here too much, understandable. Not sure if that one was but mine is tender driven and quite loud. But obviously it’s got lots of emotional importance.
Blimey that's quite impressive after all this time! The model isn't actually a bad model - it's just the modern prices that ruined it slightly to me!
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I predict that by May 2021 you'll crack 100K subs Sam. 'I have the power'.....keep up the great posts !
Great video Sam. Food for thought till pay day.
haha thanks mate - good luck with whatever you choose! :D
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Just got my first train set! Two actually, a tornado A1 and a Caledonian bell
George McElhinney I’ll give you a tip - if you build a baseboard for it, don’t stick a trackmat to it! When I first built a baseboard, i Stuck the trackmat to it, but now I’m building a proper layout, I can’t get it off!
Wow that's very awesome! Hope you enjoy the two sets George, and thanks Harry for the tips! :D
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Oh sorry I didn't notice the comments yesterday! Thanks for the tips!
I quite agree about the DJM Austerity, it is a huge let down. I got a Weymss livery one in the Hattons sale, and it cannot pull more than about 2 or 3 coaches. The motor is not powerful enough, and lacks a flywheel, which means power is reduced. The overcomplicated gear system also adds drag which reduces the power, and the solid connecting rods limit the side play in the wheelsets, which adds yet more strain in the corners.
I am either going to build a new chassis or modify the existing one next year, as the model has so much more potential.
Thanks James - yes not at all keen on that model, very under-powered and quite toy-like!
Good luck with the mods mate!
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Your thumbnail reminds me of the story "percy runs away" when Percy's nearly avoids getting ran off the rails by gordan
Ps your videos are AMAZING!
Ooh yeah I remember hearing that story, haha! ;D
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You once mentioned doing something to the O2 if it was still the bottom engine, and I suggest taking out its motor and gears, weather it to make it look like it's been in a scrapyard, and place on a siding!
Yeah I'm still thinking about doing something like that - not too sure what yet though :3
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I have taken a look at all of these now and have to say that your assessment of each is bang on.... for me what I want is an "elegant " looking machine, because often that's what these steam locos were, really beautiful pieces of heavy, very heavy, engineering, so yes for me your assessments were bang on and I cannot fault the choices you have made.
That's great to hear William, very glad you agreed! Appreciate that mate, thank you!
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I agree with the Peckett choice. Simply stunning...I'm adding an industrial siding to justify this exquisite model. Sadly, Hornby also produced the worst loco I have purchased in the last couple of years; Schools Class "Epsom" was in pieces in the box when I unpacked it. Thankfully the retailer was accommodating and gave me a partial refund when they said they couldn't get another. I have glued the parts back on and it seems ok, but I'll always feel a bit dubious about this one. Happy New Year to you and your viewers, Sam.
Thanks very much - yes I don't think I've seen a better model than the Peckett this year! I completely agree with you on the Schools class - have you seen my review of the BR black version? I found exactly the same problem!
Happy new year,
Sam :)
I must have gotten lucky with my br black schools as it hasn't suffered any troubles and is lovely.
A very good review and I would not disagree with your choices.....looking forward to what the coming year might bring....
Thanks a lot for that, glad you would agree! Hope you enjoy 2019! :D
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Personally, my top 5 favorite locos that your reviewed have to be the:
5: Hornby LNER P2. While its motor is kind of sub-par and it's a little rigid, the P2 Is my favorite Gresley Design and the TTS sound really makes up for the flaws!
4: Hornby Duke of Gloucester: Again, while it does have a sub-par motor, the Loco's detail is very good for the price. Also the Duke of Gloucester is my favorite British Steamer.
3: Hornby LNER A4 Mallard. Great detail and awesome packaging as well as smooth running.
2: Hornby Princess Coronation. Another superb model made by hornby! Excellent paint and detail. It is also my favorite British streamliner.
1: Hornby GWR King Class. Hornby could not have done better with this design than they did. With Superb Detail and Paint, Great Motor, and TTS Sound, Hornby really did justice to my favorite GWR Engine!
Thanks a lot for the comment, that's a brilliant top 5, I definitely agree with you! :D
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I agree with you on the O2 being the worst. I had been thinking of getting it, but after hearing what you said about the poor quality, I decided not to get one. The Hatton's engines and even the Peckett though are the ones I really want in my collection. Keep up the amazing videos, and I look forward to seeing more videos from your railway.
Thanks a lot mate, yes they really are dreadful, horrible things! I can easily recommend any of the Hatton's or Peckett locos!
Happy new year,
Sam :)
Compliments of the Season Sam. My observations on the subjects of your presentation. Cheers, Bob
Woolwinder = collectable! Look after it. Keep receipt in box! (and a copy if it’s on thermal paper as that will fade).
SECR Locos, fabulous.
Peckett fabulous - time will tell on MaZak castings.
Thanks a lot for this, and that's very true re woolwinder!
Let's hope Hornby have fixed the Mazak issue by now, let's hope!
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My christmas present was bachmann troublesome truck #1 and #2! :D Great video sam!
Freddy Fazbear's Gaming y más I got a bachmann dominion of Canada as my Christmas present
@@davidstrains4910 nice! I wanted a bachmann edward too, but i only got the trucks
Ooh that's very cool Freddy, hope you enjoy them!! :D
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Hi Sam - how about the bachman Atlantic you did a while back?? Great review though, and a happy New year to you, Terry.
Yes that one was superb, but the value for money let it down sadly, so it just missed out on the top spots!
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Excellent video, Good work.
Also, perhaps the O2 would make a good scrapyard engine?
Thanks a lot mate! And it certainly would - good idea! :D
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As for your best locomotives you've looked at this year for 2018, the one that I liked the most is the A1 Woolwinder with the gloss finish because I love the gloss finish on the A1 locomotive. It makes him stand out a lot when he's running.
Ooh yes - the Hornby A1 is very impressive! :D
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Amazing locos! Unfortunate that some really cool ones performed poorly. And good to see that some of the little engines ( like the 0-6-0’s and 0-4-0’s ) performed great! :) I also have only read the book on the Railway Children and never seen the movie so I guess I can’t argue with that one! 😉 again, great job and have a happy new year Sam!
Edit: I am also very exited that I got a Hornby LBSCR E2 Tank Engine! In my opinion it is very cool! ( I also don’t have that many expensive engines so I was very happy )
Thanks a lot mate - yeah it is a shame, but luckily most locos on the market today are fantastic! Thanks again for your very kind words, and have a very happy new year! Enjoy your E2! :D
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No problem! Me and a few of my friends from school love your channel! :)
Man I felt sad when Scotsman ended up on the list. I mean, I understand because here in the US it costs almost $1,000. But one day I’ll get it and have in in my hands. Also, I’m not surprised that the O2 was on the list. Three words for that: “NEVER TRUST PLASTIC!” Anyway, cheers Sam! Take care!
You Friend,
Sai
Sorry to hear that Sai - the Scotsman shouldn't cost that much in the US - Hatton's should be able to deliver it to you for well under $100 - take a look on their site??
haha absolutely - that O2 was definitely a big waste of money! ;D
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If it makes you feel any better, Sai, it is the Railroad version. The premium is probably a lot better.
@@SamsTrains Shipping costs are not cheap to the USA from British retailers. Haven't you seen the postage applied to locomotives being shipped to you from America? If you do choose the cheapest option for shipping, it comes on the slowest freighter across the sea. I prefer buying my Hornby and Bachman British railway products from a Canadian jobber, train show retailer. This retailer can get the product here within a week using Canadian Post/US Mail. Furthermore Hatton's foreign exchange is a rip off...
I have the gloss livered a3 (similar to yours) which I got for £95 brand new never opened, it's pretty much now the best engine I own.
I also can't wait for the new j36 from Hornby. As from what I've seen the boiler, running board and reversing rod are all metal and di cast. Might be one to look out for!
Blimey £95 is very good for those! I can't wait either - especially if it will be die-cast! :D
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Great Video Sam And I've Built A LEGO 2011 UPS Van
Thanks Jacob! Wow that sounds awesome!! :D
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Great video!!!
Thanks a lot!! :D
Your welcome!
Tried out my Dean goods, very good runner, my favourite loco now. Didn't realize how small they were though!!!!
Also it seems to kick in almost straight away when you turn up the controller
That's very good to hear! And yes they are super tiny! :D
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Great video Sam
The heljan tango I think is a beginner detail loco but I do agree in your review that it is way too overpriced
Thank you David! With an RRP of nearly £200, the Tango isn't a beginners loco, it just looks like one ;)
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Hey Sam. Have you thought about doing a top 10 worst models for your entire channel history? There's a thousand reviews out there, and I'm oddly curious as to what you'd say are your absolute worst in your collection.
haha yeah I could definitely try that - good idea! :D
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Great vid Sam hope you had a great Christmas
I got the br green tornado.express set with 2 pullman coaches
Works amazingly best train I have
Thanks so much Lewis, hope you did too! That sounds amazing - really glad you like it so much! :D
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I got that too
Thank you for doing this Sam, I know what trains to buy or not to buy.
My pleasure mate - glad it was some help to you! :D
Cheers,
Sam :)
Sam, you should get a Kato locomotive for your layout. I have Kato n scale and it has a really really good crawl. Kato is know for having the quietest and really nicest trains. I usually get Kato from Train World. Go get Kato now!!!!
hi sam great vid , on Christmas i got a tender driven schools class,but i don't know how to keep it running smooth :) James
Thanks a lot James, glad to hear you got a schools class! You want to look at my Hornby Ringfield motor servicing video! :D
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Very interesting comparison of models Sam. Enjoyed your comments. Have you reviewed. The Dapol Y 1 loco yet?
Thanks a lot Michael - yes I've reviewed the Dapol Sentinel! :D
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Cool List Sam, you did great job on the list
Thanks a lot mate, glad you liked the list! :D
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Nice video sam! Unfortienatlly I didn't get any bachmann thomas trains for christmas this year :'(
Maybe I'l get some for birthday or next year...
Ahh sorry to hear that mate - yes there's always next time! :D
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I got my dad a DJ models J94 for Xmas! From the photos I saw it looked better than the hornby one. We've yet to run it so I hope it performs well!
A very good review list :-)
Ooh awesome - hope it runs well for your Charlie, hope you and your dad enjoy it! :D
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@@SamsTrains always good to watch!
Nice video Sam
Thanks mate! :D
Based on what I bought last year, my best would be the h class and the birdcage coaches, got them for great prices in the December sales.
The complaints about the j94 put me off buying one, I'll stick with the Hornby one and put an rt models chassis on it I expect as I model in p4.
Ooh fantastic - yes that would be amazing! Yep - I can't recommend the J94 unfortunately!
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Agreed with the Barclay. I had bought one, and it is a real jewel : excellent running quality, with an excellent mecanism inside, and everything else is above top notch. GBP 99, you've got the best possible for the money. Same for the Peckett, I also have one. Only drawback on this last one, the 4-pins DCC proprietary decoder by Hornby... But also a must-have !
Thanks a lot Oliver - really glad you're happy with yours, they are wonderful little models! :D
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Hi Sam, top marks again. Love the top five. I only go 4, so it would be top 2. All the Best Brian 🤗
Thanks a lot Brian, really glad you agreed with them, happy new year!
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Hi Sam's train it's me again, merry Christmas and happy new year
Hey Elkan, welcome back - Merry Christmas and happy new year to you too! :D
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You're welcome
'Worst locos of 2018'
Not a surprise the Tango was on the thumbnail! I have a request for a review. I got a model of Adderley Hall for Christmas, and it is really good value for money on Hattons at the moment at £49, please can you have a look at a review?
haha well spotted! yes the Halls are fantastic - I reviewed Olton hall, and Pitchford! :D
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I'm not sure what my worst five models of your collection would be, but I think I can pick out my top five models if only because I love watching them run so much. So here goes nothing.
Top 5 Models on Sam's Layout
5. Mallard
4. Flying Scotsman
3. Thomas the Tank Engine
2. Olton Hall
1. Broome Manor
Those five are all great performers on your layout. Could you show these five running together please? I'm sure you'd agree they all deserve 20 out of 10. Make no mistake. I haven't a bad word to say about them. Thomas is my favourite childhood hero, and I'm obsessed with him and his friends to this day. Happy steaming, you five wonderful engines and to you, Sam. I mean that.
Ahh fantastic - great list! I'm surprised Broome Manor wasn't higher for you ;D
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This is random but I want to tell you my favourite locomotive :D
It’s the Ivatt Class 2 (with the tender)
-sam
Ooh great choice - the Class 2 is lovely!! :D
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Wow, that glossy A1 is the bomb!
I know! So lovely isn't it?! :D
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Sam I was surprised by some but I do agree sadly the price knocks down a lot of models.
Thanks mate! Yeah I do firmly beleive that the price can spoil a model, thus the comments! Hope you enjoyed the video anyway!
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i got a railroad version of flying scotsman from a hornby model shop in holsworthy and the price was only 68£ i don't know if the shop is still going because when my dad bought me a mallard and evening star loco from the shop after finding out they had worn out motors. the shop shutdown i think..
That's a much better price - I think it's even less from Hatton's - it's just the RRP that wound me up :/
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I know! I know! I comment too much! I can't help it! Anyway, I would actually give The Flying Scotsman a LOWER rating because of the performance, though, it could be the set itself, or my old track pieces! I'm not sure, apart from that, I COMPLETELY agree with your ratings! Nice job, Mate! Keep up the brilliant work, and I REALLY hope you hit a million soon!
-Tyler (Hope you don't mind all these long comments! Haha!)
haha that's okay Tyler, comment as much as you'd like! I am sorry that you've had performance issues with the Scotsman - if you can't fix them, get in touch with Hornby and see if they can help! (Do it publicly on Twitter if you want a faster response!)
Thanks for all your support,
Sam :)
Merry Christmas/holiday.
I got the Hornby Mixed Frieght.
Merry Christmas! That's amazing - hope you enjoy it!! :D
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I love your layout
Thanks so much!! :D
I got a Hornby Thomas set (and a Rare Bachmann Percy set that a model trains shop near me had for $80) for Christmas. :) also use tango for crash test during your Thomas videos, it deserves it.
That's very good - $80 sounds like a great price for those!!
I could definitely do that actually! ;D
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Hi Sam, I'd fully agree with you there! Think the Heljan 02 was a disgrace really it was, would love one of the Hattons tanks having heard your comments. P class lovely and the Peckett wonderful, runs like a dream also. No diesels mate? lol all the best. Mike
Hi Mike, thanks very much - yes the O2 really was atrocious! Can highly recommend the hatton's stuff!
No diesels - I admit not to have reviewed very many this year unfortunately :/
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Are there unpainted/build your own models? I'm getting into model airplanes and cars, but once I get the space I would love some trains. Might look into restoring old models actually. It'd be neat to build them though!
Yes there are such things, but they're not cheap - many of them are brass kits etc!
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what steam and passengers locomotives would you recommend. I wish to expand my layout and are thinking I would like a freight loco and a passenger one. dedicated to the role if possible. and possibly some ideas for rolling stock if possible. I do only have one loco from a train set.
Ever review N gauge? Be interesting to do a compare and contrast!
Your A1 ran beautifully, really smooth,
I never have done, but you're right, it would be interesting!
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Great vid
Thank you! :D
Yesterday I got the Bachmann ww1 ambulance train for Christmas and it is AMAZING!!!!!! I love it!
That's awesome to hear - it is a really really good set! :D
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I have one too and six coaches so far but I want more. The actual trains had 16!
Good points on all models, Sam. I agree with your winner.
Thanks so much Nigel, glad you agreed mate! :D
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For Christmas I got the Duchess of Hamilton. It is an amazing engine. I just wanted you to know that your videos inspired me to get it!
That's amazing to hear - really hope you enjoy it, and so glad the videos helped you get it! :D
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Went to the great central yesterday
That's fantastic - did you have a good time?? :D
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Another great video, Sam; very interesting! I didn't see the O2 review so I thought the J94 would have been the worst model; sounds like it was garbage! 😆 Glad to see the Peckett came out on top; very deservingly the best loco of the year! Also, I emailed my wall of fame photo to you titled, "Wall of Fame Photo: Santa Fe 3751", I was wondering if you received it without any problems (I recently had a possible issue with it)? Please let me know... Cheers and happy Boxing Day! LOL 😂 👍
Thanks a lot for that - yes the J94 was absolute garbage, but the O2 was worse!
I'll have to check whether that went through okay, when did you send it?? :D
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On the 23rd
Great video, Sam! And of course, the O2 is such a disgrace, I suggest you throw it out of a skyscraper! wait.... there is a Bullman Shirt!?!?!?!?!?!?!?
Thanks a lot - yes it was a total disgrace sadly :(
Yes there is! You can buy them too - link in the description! :D
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One of sam’s pickings is my favorite the flying Scotsman and the j95
haha that's okay mate - there's nothing wrong with the Scotsman except the price!!
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The Bachmann J72 was originally a Palitoy Mainline starter set loco in 1978 so saying that the tooling is very old is an understatement.
If it was a motorcycle or car, it would be classified as "historic" by the DVLA and therefore not require an MOT or road tax.
haha absolutely - making Bachmann's decision to re-release it with no revision to the chassis all the more baffling!
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Hi Sam great video as always sorry to bother but I do have a quick question. I am looking to get the Hornby DCC Somerset Belle Set as I have many DCC locos but nowhere to run them in my house. Do you know if the Hornby select controller would also be able to work with other DCC locos not made by Hornby? Any feedback would be appreciated, thanks :)
Hi, yes the DCC select should work with other brands - there were some early compatibility issues, but I think they've been solved now!
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@@SamsTrains Ah great to hear thank you! :D
I got the Railroad Scotsman for £55 brand new. It ran well, looked great. Definitely worth a buy if you're on a budget.
Absolutely, for £55 it's a much better model - I just can't understand the RRP! :O
Happy new year,
Sam :)
For your worst locomotives that you've looked at for 2018 the 2 ones that I had to agree on are the Hornby Railroad Flying Scotsman due to the really expensive price tag for a Hornby Railroad model and The Heljan O2 Tango due to the bad detail and missing bits of parts.
Yeah I agree with that - big let downs really! ;D
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Cool video. The bottom 5 may be bad but they do have their perks
Yeah that's true - they're not too bad, just the worst of the ones I looked at!
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The availability of two small, detailed, ready to run industrials might just get me back into model railways...
Ahh that’s good to hear, I can recommend them! :D
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I have one in each group :) Good content Sam
Ahh awesome - glad you liked it mate! :D
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Thanks Sam, can you also tell me what is the best DCC controller. Thanks
Hey Phil - the only DCC controllers I own are the Hornby Select and the Hornby E-link - both are good controllers, but I'm fairly sure they're not the best! I'd suggest looking at lots of the different reviews, and choose which one will work the best for you! :D
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TTS sound flying scotsman. I had to get mine repaired over as the motors are really bad. It now runs better though. Mine was DC converted no sound when I bought it
Ahh yes - the motors are poor in those! There are some good replacements on ebay actually, from china! Drop me an email, I'll get you a link!
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@@SamsTrains Sorry my loco is fixed by my local model railway store.
Hey Sam! If you ever were to manufacture locomotives what would your first prototype be?
That's a very good question... I really don't know! Maybe I'd start with rolling stock though, just to get used to things! ;D
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Thank you Sam.............................Spot on fella
Thanks a lot Paul, appreciate it!
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Hey Sam's trains also can you please do a unboxing video of the triple x locomotive?
I'll definitely look into that one - good idea! :D
Cheers,
Sam :)
How do you build and what do you use for your layout materials?
Hey Elijah - do a quick search on TH-cam, there are tonnes of videos on how to do it! :D
Happy new year,
Sam :)
I agree with most of the list apart from the W4. Personally I don’t like them. My number 1 for me is everyone on the list except that. I was shocked with your choice for the flying Scotsman but I suppose it’s personal preference. Keep up the great work, Dan
Sorry to hear you didn't like the Peckett - can't deny they're superb quality though! I do like the Scotsman model, I just found the RRP a bit insulting, and it drags the model down!
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I'm still surprised with the quality of the tango. Heljan makes amazing locos. Could you do a review on kestrel? She is a beautiful diesel engine :)
Me too - but diesels are generally less fragile than steamers. Their models do seem to be made on the cheap - they get away with it on Diesels, but not on Steamers!
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Oh good I got 2 of your best in my collection. Feeling happy now
That's good to hear - which two were those?? :D
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@@SamsTrains Hattons Barclay and the peckett
Nice shirt... it's mooooving
Thanks for sharing...
haha thank you! It certainly is! ;D
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