June 2025

Unusual miniatures of people and animals (2)

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Removing the support structures from 3D-printed figures for gauge 1 is no problem; you just need a little patience. Painting should be seen as a field of experimentation where you are constantly learning.

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Half-year list of Gauge 1 projects

by Friedhelm Weidelich

The first half of 2025 will be over in a few days. What has happened with the Gauge 1 projects and what is coming up in the near future?

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Hand sample of the Bavarian crane car at DB

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Fine Models now presents an accurate model of the Bavarian crane car that was in service with the Deutsche Bundesbahn in Bavaria until the 1960s. The gauge 1 model is a mechanical masterpiece. 29 detailed photos.

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Dingler's 1 Gauge Battery Loco Versions

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Dingler now presents illustrations and lettering for all variants of the small battery-powered locomotives Ks, Ka, and class 381 for Gauge 1.

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Unusual miniatures of people and animals

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Sometimes you come across original accessories far outside the model railway scene, such as original 3D-printed figures for the more modern epochs of gauge 1.

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Fulgurex passes into new hands

by Friedhelm Weidelich

After forty years, Dani Ingold is retiring. The Fulgurex brand will continue under new management.

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Production model of the Bavarian AA1 by Fine Models

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Railway history is full of curious locomotives and experiments. With the Bavarian AA1, Fine Models has chosen an attractive, unusual prototype for an exclusive gauge 1 model that will attract attention in display cases and on larger radii. 59 photos and a video.

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First Photos of Bavarian AA1 from Fine Models

by Friedhelm Weidelich

The gauge 1 limited edition model of the Bavarian steam locomotive AA1 with auxiliary drive is on the studio table. Fine Models has done a good job. First photos.

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Emails are private correspondence!

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Is it permissible to forward emails or written information or publish them in forums? The answer is clear, but what applies in real life is often ignored when using the Internet.

Clarification for a specific reason.

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