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  • Опубликовано: 7 май 2021
  • A basic overview of my layout. I hope to do more videos on specific aspects in the near future.
    Link to 3D Lidar scan of my layout:
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Комментарии • 285

  • @ohioken1
    @ohioken1 3 года назад +46

    The lighting, backdrop and weathering on your layout is second to none. The 3 rail is not a distraction at all, at least to me. Outstanding work!

  • @dannyg402012
    @dannyg402012 3 года назад +5

    I think 90% of the people that don't like 3 rail O scale is not so much the third-rail, it has more to do with everybody that builds them seem to make more toy like. Like post-war Lionel which was fine but not a highly detailed scale layout. Your layout is phenomenal. The detail and realism and scale of it is just fantastic.

  • @machia0705
    @machia0705 3 года назад +13

    Making the Lionel layout of the 1950’s into every boys future dreams!
    This is a masterpiece🚂

  • @valchavez9163
    @valchavez9163 3 года назад +2

    WOW...WHAT AN OUTSTANDING LAYOUT....THAT IS WHAT I CALL A DREAM ROOM...IT LOOKS SO RELAXING....

  • @solutions2exist556
    @solutions2exist556 3 года назад +26

    A “Master Master’s Layout”.
    The word “Outstanding” does not do justice to your excellent layout.
    I really, really appreciate this particular video. Incredible detail and lighting. Your buildings are as lifelike as it gets. The weathering is at an artistic level. Wow - the 3-D was awesome.
    Thanks so much with sharing. Your layout is not surpassed by any and maybe at best only a couple that come close to equaling it in my opinion. Guess you can tell that I and your subscribers eagerly await you uploads. This one is especially solid.

    • @1940limited
      @1940limited 3 года назад +4

      I'm ashamed to show him what I have, but I did anyway. :-)

    • @solutions2exist556
      @solutions2exist556 3 года назад +4

      @@1940limited I am sure what you accomplished would place me below your self imposed standards. I bet you layout looks good too.

    • @1940limited
      @1940limited 3 года назад +2

      @@solutions2exist556 Thanks.

  • @garycousino4016
    @garycousino4016 3 года назад +3

    Man hole covers in the street , broken and chipped curb and gutter. Just fantastic detail

  • @tomstarcevich1147
    @tomstarcevich1147 3 года назад +9

    Awesome layout 🚂🚃🚃🚃👍

  • @handlzus7018
    @handlzus7018 3 года назад +3

    You are an inspiration to us all........

  • @brodieforsha2696
    @brodieforsha2696 3 года назад +12

    I've been waiting for this video. Thanks for posting 👍

  • @dillabetes
    @dillabetes 3 года назад +1

    My (uneducated) opinion is that most O-gauge layouts I see look like toys. This is one of the first that I've seen that looks legitimately realistic. Well done.

  • @Geo3Rail
    @Geo3Rail 3 года назад +3

    Absolute marvel! The textures, colors and composition of things is way better than reality and it’s rich with purposeful details and super elevated craftsmanship. Please do a video on power and command and for sure show some “under construction” pics. Just amazing!

  • @jml8975
    @jml8975 3 года назад +12

    A construction video would be great!

    • @normstrains
      @normstrains  3 года назад +6

      Working on an early construction pictorial from 2013-2014. Found almost 2000 pics and vids from my old phones and iPad!

  • @ChrissTrainsandThings
    @ChrissTrainsandThings 3 года назад +23

    Norm - anything you’re willing to share we are all ready to hear. I’d love to hear how you’ve done your buildings.

  • @mike6206
    @mike6206 3 года назад +2

    Yeah, I've seen 3-rail scale model railroads look not-so-great. Yet the work and skill you've put into yours make the 3rd rail just a moot point. It really catches the eye away from that fact and puts it on the scenery and the trains and it's done beautifully! I wish I had the time and the talent to make my HO Scale look near as good. Great stuff all around, Norm! I'm an Over-The-Road Truck Driver, out for a week at a time, time can be a scarce commodity.

  • @Smecty
    @Smecty 2 года назад +1

    Norm, a few comments. First, when I was born Harry Truman was president and I lived in a Class 1 eastern RR division point town. Growing up in the 50's, I can attest that your attempt at simulating that sort of town at that time is literally spot on, from the industries to the bars and houses of ill-repute! Second, it occurs to me that a hirail layout as superbly executing as yours actually has an advantage over the typical 2-rail layout. Signaling and basic wiring would be easier, but the ability to take advantage of hirail's tighter curves makes a class one railroad a real possibility in a typical basement rather than in a warehouse.

    • @normstrains
      @normstrains  2 года назад

      Thanks a lot David, glad you liked my efforts!

  • @randyjacobs9489
    @randyjacobs9489 3 года назад +24

    When I watch your trains run it looks like you have a huge layout like a warehouse! Terrific!

  • @GLAS63
    @GLAS63 3 года назад +2

    You have a beautiful layout, thanks for sharing.. The detail is fantastic..

  • @railfanjackson4531
    @railfanjackson4531 3 года назад +5

    Your creative and artistic skills are simply unmatched in this hobby. Fantastic job you’ve done with your layout.

  • @CleeshoeArt
    @CleeshoeArt 3 года назад +3

    Wow!

  • @johnpetrovitz935
    @johnpetrovitz935 3 года назад +2

    Super!
    Beautiful!

  • @fireballichiban
    @fireballichiban 2 года назад +2

    Weathering! Outstanding! I said wow out loud!

    • @normstrains
      @normstrains  2 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot, glad you liked my layout efforts!

  • @bubbabiker5653
    @bubbabiker5653 3 года назад +3

    Your layout is so impressive I don't really notice the three rail track. Which makes it even more impressive!

  • @davidrusso4750
    @davidrusso4750 3 года назад +10

    WoW!!! Great work!!!

  • @markwilliams2620
    @markwilliams2620 3 года назад +2

    Those steamers are exquisite. The layout is excellent. Your landscape is spot on. Nice work.

  • @wallystoolshed7050
    @wallystoolshed7050 Год назад +2

    Awesome layout. I am amazed how realistic it all looks. 1955, I was 5 years old. I barely remember seeing the old steam engines coming through town.

  • @agalaxy8992
    @agalaxy8992 3 года назад +5

    It's pretty amazing that those b rolls look so real. I'm new to this whole model railroad thing and it just looks so beautiful and art-like.

  • @JR-es5zl
    @JR-es5zl 3 года назад +2

    Really nice, thanks for sharing and looking forward to more.

  • @josephkarl2061
    @josephkarl2061 3 года назад +14

    I've had an interest in lighting stuff for most of my adult life. I've mostly vented this in the theater, shining light on those places that a director thought most appropriate. I just wanted to give you massive props to your lighting setup. It really makes the layout shine, and shows the level of detail and care you put into your railroad. Well done 😎

    • @normstrains
      @normstrains  3 года назад +4

      I originally lit the layout with 50W PAR20 halogens and some 3000K CFLs in the valance before switching over to LEDs. I even started with 3100K LED PAR20s before finally making the switch to 5000K, even in the valance. I should probably do a vid on lighting someday.

  • @Porschedude8
    @Porschedude8 3 года назад +5

    Excellent! 👏😊

  • @tony8074
    @tony8074 2 года назад +1

    I had one person in railroad modelling community state the PRR was the evil empire. I love the pennsy and your empire is awesome.

  • @diffened
    @diffened Год назад +1

    Thanks for posting. Outstanding layout. That era in railroading is my favorite also, only I lived through it. I enjoyed watching your rolling stock in action.

  • @ewoodrailway
    @ewoodrailway 3 года назад +1

    A really beautiful layout, thanks for sharing. I've subscribed

  • @illinoiscentralmodeler
    @illinoiscentralmodeler 3 года назад +2

    loved to see some switching operations!

  • @Mercatoyd
    @Mercatoyd 3 года назад +6

    It's always neat to see the behind the scene, so to speak, layout in it's entirety against the viewing angles shown on video. You are a master in this scale making realism out of the hobby. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @JohnJohnson-wt8zc
    @JohnJohnson-wt8zc Год назад +2

    Beautiful layout Norm! One of a kind.

  • @Puddin_Pi
    @Puddin_Pi 3 года назад +1

    gorgeous. been a fan since your Lionel DVD. Love you

  • @juliustoth1172
    @juliustoth1172 3 года назад +1

    What a beautiful layout.

  • @astolatpere11
    @astolatpere11 3 года назад +1

    I don't have words. Thanks for sharing.

  • @PghTrainFanatic
    @PghTrainFanatic 3 года назад +5

    Truly a masterpiece Norm! My favorite layout on RUclips 100%❗️

  • @robertmullen2083
    @robertmullen2083 3 года назад +2

    Wow! The weathering of the whole layout is a superb and really nice balance of detail without using up every inch of space. Thank you for sharing.

  • @tracynation2820
    @tracynation2820 3 года назад +1

    An excellent video. Hello from the Tracy Mountain Railway in Colorado. 💙 T.E.N.

  • @FeedScrn
    @FeedScrn 2 года назад +1

    Very very realistic.... The Lionel TMCC and Legacy control configuration is much smoother than the DCC HO videos I've seen. Nice.

  • @stefanstolarchuk5766
    @stefanstolarchuk5766 3 года назад +8

    Awesome, Norm! I love how deceptively simple your layout it- it's a great example of how varied scenery and buildings can draw the eye away a pretty straightforward track plan. I hope this doesn't come across as a backhanded compliment, it's definitely not my intent. Your work looks fantastic!

  • @tjprptchable
    @tjprptchable 3 года назад +13

    Damn your layout is just a masterpiece. You have talent with your passion.

  • @NB-ski
    @NB-ski 3 года назад +3

    I would love to see the early construction and more information on the power used. Your the man Norm!

  • @billdrish8818
    @billdrish8818 3 года назад +2

    MY favoriteon RUclips! Thank you, Norm!

  • @luvindemtrains
    @luvindemtrains 3 года назад +7

    Norm, this is exactly what I have been waiting to see and you delivered. As you stated more videos geared towards your layout would be great. Construction of the background buildings, roads, retaining walls, etc. would be most appreciated. Your work continues to inspire us 3-railer scalers. Thanks for the video.

  • @conrailfan6277
    @conrailfan6277 3 года назад +5

    Very nice Norm, a scenery video
    would be awesome to see, you have
    done an excellent job on your rock
    work and scenery!!!

  • @proudfoamer2
    @proudfoamer2 3 года назад +1

    I'm so jealous. Great layout.

  • @99thObsidian
    @99thObsidian 3 года назад +4

    Norm, easily the best execution of an oval layout. I really like that you have an 'hidden' access isle down the middle which I'm sure helps with working on your awesome scenery. Weathered trains + track + scenery creates a very realistic model railroad. Extremely well done and I really appreciate the narrated overview.

  • @guitarandstuff3513
    @guitarandstuff3513 11 месяцев назад +1

    This looks great and I see three of my buildings. Chama oil house, pipe shop, and Sheridan mercantile.

  • @brianjacoway594
    @brianjacoway594 3 года назад +7

    Great video and wonderful layout. Can’t wait for more!

  • @anthgee7654
    @anthgee7654 8 месяцев назад +1

    Street building detail is great, job well done.

  • @CalebsTrains
    @CalebsTrains 3 года назад +3

    Norm, you are by far me and Caleb’s favorite model railroader on RUclips! We always enjoy your videos and love how you share your knowledge with all of us. Thanks for everything. Happy Railroading! 🚂🚃🚋

  • @oldmanjoe6808
    @oldmanjoe6808 3 месяца назад +1

    Truly a work of art.

  • @durachrome
    @durachrome 3 года назад +4

    This is a great layout. It’s beautiful! I think folks would want to see more of the layout from any perspective - the construction, weathering, detailing, etc.

  • @sandiegodreamhome
    @sandiegodreamhome 2 года назад +1

    Norm- Yours is the most realistic layout I can recall. It is phenomenal. As someone else posted, whenever you have time, and whatever you'd like to share, is most appreciated.

  • @dedwin8930
    @dedwin8930 2 года назад +1

    Love the detail in in all of it!!! 3 rail live with it!! Thanks,it is great....

  • @FlipFlopandFly
    @FlipFlopandFly 3 года назад +2

    What a beautiful layout!

  • @mikeguthrie5432
    @mikeguthrie5432 3 года назад +2

    Sir, I really enjoyed looking at your Railroad video. It really does look real-life and authentic. I like the detailing on the steamers, and also the old diesels. You should be very proud of your work. When I was watching, I could just imagine myself sitting on bench, legs crossed, sippin' a beer, and watchin' the freight roll by. Very, very nice Sir!

    • @normstrains
      @normstrains  3 года назад +1

      This is definitely a 🍻 and 🚂 kinda layout! Thanks man!

  • @boneyknocknees
    @boneyknocknees 3 года назад +1

    Hi, I have just discovered your channel here in the UK. The scenery is a very high standard and the weathering superb. A fantastic layout! A very inspirational video, thanks for sharing. Regards, John.

  • @Axle1324
    @Axle1324 2 года назад +1

    That scan at the end what amazing. Your entire layout is awesome.

  • @HubbardstonBased
    @HubbardstonBased 3 года назад +1

    Fantastic work, you’re my favorite youtuber right now

  • @ColorMeMozart
    @ColorMeMozart 2 года назад +2

    Wow, what a beautiful layout! Well done! 🚂

  • @patrav5542
    @patrav5542 2 года назад +1

    Very nice work in all angels. Regards from spring Sweden 🇸🇪☀️

  • @skookapalooza2016
    @skookapalooza2016 2 года назад +1

    That's what I had when I was a kid. The 3 rail. Since I grew up with it, it never occurred to me that there should be anything wrong with 3 rail. The center rail carries the power. It's very practical. I like the bigger trains that run on them. I always thought that HO was too small. It just never excited me. My neighbor had it. I think I had one of the same steam locomotives as you have. It looks like you painted the roof on yours. I had smoke liquid & pellets to make it smoke as it went around the track. I always thought that was one of the coolest parts. It added some realism. I had the milkman car and a gantry crane with an electromagnetic pickup capability. I had wooden barrels in a car with thumb tacks on the end, so I could pick them up with the crane. Fun times, for sure. That's a very cool setup you have. 👍

  • @NgaiOlaudah
    @NgaiOlaudah 3 года назад +1

    this is BRILLIANT modeling... simple and humbling... the kind of prototype modeling of real scenes i saw at the end of steam on the eastern seaboard i grew up with... also love the weathering... engines and buildings... history in a model time capsule.. REALLY WELL DONE... VERY NICE. THANK YOU. arthur (Ngai)

  • @philipcasa7379
    @philipcasa7379 2 года назад +2

    What you did was you captured a time in history and your attention to detail is exquisite thanks for sharing

  • @spadesofpaintstudios1719
    @spadesofpaintstudios1719 3 года назад +2

    Honestly if I didn’t know any better I’d think it was a real rail system lol. Love the detail and attention to the layout. Also love the worn look of the engines.

  • @KeithHeilner
    @KeithHeilner 2 года назад +1

    Before I saw your video, the idea of modeling in 3-rail was not something i was planning. I do wish the hobby could have grown up with 2-rail and I know there is 2- rail O scale out there...BUT...After looking at your layout, the 3rd rail disappeared into the overall effect. I did not think this level of realism was possible with 3-rail. I feel like I have been liberated from endless planning and fretting about something on my HO layout(absolutely nothing wrong with HO or any scale). I have become hooked on 3-rail with its size, weight, sounds, scenery and opportunities to squint(eyes) less. My 3-rail trains have come out of their box and are being integrated into my new layout. Thank you for posting and sharing. You are an artist and craftsman!

  • @SaturnMist09
    @SaturnMist09 3 года назад +2

    So glad to see your videos coming back! I have missed them. I would love to see all of your train/locomotive storage for items not on the layout and some masterclasses in weathering to get that great transition steam/diesel era look. Weathering items can quickly go into the apocalyptic era of the late 60's/70's so easy but all of your items (locos, rolling stock, buildings, etc. are just gorgeous)

  • @delurkor
    @delurkor 3 года назад +1

    Very nice layout and modeling. Thank you for sharing.

  • @don679
    @don679 3 года назад +2

    Wow looks great. Fantastic scenery.

  • @johnharris9085
    @johnharris9085 3 года назад +1

    thanks for posting, Norm. glad to see the overall context of the scenes. well done as always.

  • @bluebear6570
    @bluebear6570 3 года назад +1

    Your layout is unrivaled in my eyes! Better than anything I have seen so far, it captures the spirit of railroading in the grand times of railroads! I know the purists will cry out loud at the 3-rail track and pizza cutter flanges, but I don´t care. It´s the atmosphere of the layout which counts!

  • @daveadock2874
    @daveadock2874 3 года назад +1

    A really nice layout and very well detailed. Yes, please post more about your layout.

  • @NHseacoast
    @NHseacoast 3 года назад +2

    A Masterpiece Norm,Well done!

  • @alcopower5710
    @alcopower5710 3 года назад +2

    Simply outstanding 👍

  • @jpbassseniorbasssenior323
    @jpbassseniorbasssenior323 3 года назад +2

    Tworailer here but this was fantastic 👍👏👏

  • @boomer8393
    @boomer8393 2 года назад +1

    Of all your videos, this is the most enjoyable, because it gives people inspiration from an outside perspective.

  • @therosejewelrailroad489
    @therosejewelrailroad489 2 года назад +1

    I have to say. You have one of the most realistic looking layouts I’ve ever seen. I’m more of a train runner then a model railroader and my layout shows it.Thanks for sharing.

  • @RVJunke1
    @RVJunke1 3 месяца назад +1

    So clean! Loving your videos.

  • @brettsteele7386
    @brettsteele7386 10 месяцев назад +1

    This is the most realistic layout I have seen yet. This is crazy good.

  • @michaelabalos595
    @michaelabalos595 3 года назад +2

    Your time era is perfect, I totally agree. Thanks for sharing your info I'm a new subscriber and I do appreciate your videos.

  • @williamschlenger1518
    @williamschlenger1518 2 года назад +1

    Great job on that era.I was a teenager when steam ended.

  • @drby0788
    @drby0788 3 года назад +2

    Dude your layout is AMAZING! INCREDIBLE detail. Just wonderful!

  • @OGRDETROIT
    @OGRDETROIT 3 года назад +2

    Norm - Would love video on conceptualization and construction of backdrops. Would really, really love video on approach to weathering especially non-train elements, buildings, etc.

  • @davevan8864
    @davevan8864 3 года назад +1

    Norm, Your layout has been the goal I'd like mine to reach someday. Doubt I will get close but something to shoot for. Always loved your work. Thanks

  • @dalediethorn1481
    @dalediethorn1481 3 года назад +1

    Work of art you have created.

  • @DJW701
    @DJW701 3 года назад +1

    Outstanding Model Railroad!!! Out of all the o scale model railroaders I fallow on RUclips yours is my favorite. The level of detail is second to none.

  • @denisehunt6540
    @denisehunt6540 3 года назад +2

    Excellent modeling. Very realistic scenes. Keep up the good work. Nicely done.

  • @rrtrain5706
    @rrtrain5706 8 месяцев назад +1

    Really nice work, ditto the comment below, adding buildings, detail and SCALE SPEED are super. 3 rail is noticeable however as you said the blend is the overall and different approach. RR

  • @vincentvanpaepeghem4844
    @vincentvanpaepeghem4844 3 года назад +1

    Great video! Awesome looking layout! Thanks for sharing! Have a great and awesome day!

  • @lestergillis8171
    @lestergillis8171 3 года назад +1

    The trees & other background looks super.

  • @sourlemon9479
    @sourlemon9479 3 года назад

    I agree with Randy; it's amazing how you make a medium-sized area seem so massive

  • @joemattes8389
    @joemattes8389 Год назад +1

    beautiful layout. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jerrysmith1929
    @jerrysmith1929 Год назад +1

    Beautiful layout and an interesting information.

  • @rnitro4950
    @rnitro4950 3 года назад +2

    That is an excellent setup.

  • @ronvanhoose2130
    @ronvanhoose2130 2 года назад +1

    One of the best layouts I've ever seen in any scale

  • @northpennvalleysteamrailroad
    @northpennvalleysteamrailroad 3 года назад +3

    Looking good! Thanks for uploading!