Monjac Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Living in France , you have to have a letter box at your gate. My postman has a horrible habit of not opening the letter box , he never seems to have his pass key, but instead shouts whilst he bangs the parcel on the top of the gate post. I always cringe when I see the brown paper parcel tied up with string being abused in this way.I am now going to have to wait for him by the gate to avoid my precious Garratt ( no string around the parcel now) being banged /slapped down in this manner causing the filler cap to come off the tank or something worse. If it is posted today then Saturday will be the earliest day expected since post from Liverpool/Chester gets here the quickest. I hope it is not raining at 9.0 am Saturday morning as I wait by the gate !!! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250BOB Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Living in France , you have to have a letter box at your gate. My postman has a horrible habit of not opening the letter box , he never seems to have his pass key, but instead shouts whilst he bangs the parcel on the top of the gate post. I always cringe when I see the brown paper parcel tied up with string being abused in this way.I am now going to have to wait for him by the gate to avoid my precious Garratt ( no string around the parcel now) being banged /slapped down in this manner causing the filler cap to come off the tank or something worse. If it is posted today then Saturday will be the earliest day expected since post from Liverpool/Chester gets here the quickest. I hope it is not raining at 9.0 am Saturday morning as I wait by the gate !!! If my postman was like that, I'd have to get a bigger bottle of pills. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judge Dread Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 If my postman was like that, I'd have to get a bigger bottle of pills. ....and throw them at him! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rembrow Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Well according to H mine is packed and with Royal Mail tracked 2 day, which means it will be picked up by RM this evening and lie all day in the cold at the Warrington hub and then overnight on Friday/Saturday will be driven over the Pennines before descending into the flatter tranquil landscape of East Anglia. On Saturday morning my local postie will ring my bell at about 0830 BST and wait patiently while my rescue sheepdog collie throws himself at the door (he doesn't like posties), once my dog is safely away I will welcome the Garratt into chez nous (I thought a touch of French would be appropriate for Monjac). Now am I dreaming too much!!! in which case pass the pills Bob 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2014 Ok ok..!!!!! I've just taken an extra pill..!!!! "Wish you luck as I wave you goodbye......"etc.etc.Bridegroom nerves the night before the wedding ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 7013 Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 31, 2014 (edited) Got the nod from Hattons today, mine is on its way, it's been a long gestation waiting for this loco, I do hope everything is as it should be...I have never been so nervous waiting for a loco. Edited July 31, 2014 by 7013 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2014 Got the nod from Hattons today, mine is on its way, it's been a long gestation waiting for this loco, I do hope everything is as it should be...I have never been so nervous waiting for a loco. Looks as if you're in good company. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250BOB Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Cant wait to hear from you guys....hope its good news re the weathering. Gonna have to wait a little longer for mine, as a trip to Hattons has been organised to collect.........looks like more pills.!!!!!!! Bob. PS.......I think this thread has been a joy to follow recently, a bit of fun and light hearted banter....long may it continue. A complete contrast to some other threads recently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dandg Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Pictures now on Hattons web site. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson Jackson Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 (edited) And they look fairly decent, can't wait for dads one to come http://www.ehattons.com/42906/Heljan_266208_Beyer_Garratt_2_6_0_0_6_2_47996_BR_early_emblems_on_cabsides_numbers_on_tanks_1/StockDetail.aspx Edited July 31, 2014 by Nelson Jackson Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 (edited) Well, tomorrow 266208, 266209 and 266211 should find there way from Liverpool to the Hampshire town of Gosport completing my fleet of 12 Beyer Garratts,this afternoon I have been studying the photographs on Hattons website of the heavily weathered versions and personally I feel very disappointed, I know it is difficult to judge the weathering of a model from a photograph but I was hoping Heljan would produce something a lot better than they have. Having said that I still think it is a superb model and Heljan and Hattons should both be congratulated on bringing out a unique model for all of us to enjoy, I will in time have them all professionally weathered by my usual source, factory weathered models are improving over time and usually cost a few more pounds than a pristine version, maybe when I have them in my hands tomorrow they may well be much better than the photographs show, it will be interesting to hear from others who receive the heavily weathered versions in the coming days and read their thoughts. Edited July 31, 2014 by Brian Hawkins 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2014 Cant wait to hear from you guys....hope its good news re the weathering. Gonna have to wait a little longer for mine, as a trip to Hattons has been organised to collect.........looks like more pills.!!!!!!! Bob. PS.......I think this thread has been a joy to follow recently, a bit of fun and light hearted banter....long may it continue. A complete contrast to some other threads recently. I can vouch for that ,Bob......I'm still carrying the scars of the hangover after my trip to Shildon.Which,incidentally,I thoroughly enjoyed...quite an experience and a first for me.Now that the BG show is reaching its ( hopefully) spectacular finale.....I wish all of you the joy of this stunning model. I'm heavily into Atlantics....... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2014 Well, tomorrow 266208, 266209 and 266211 should find there way from Liverpool to the Hampshire town of Gosport completing my fleet of 12 Beyer Barratt's,this afternoon I have been studying the photographs on Hattons website of the heavily weathered versions and personally I feel very disappointed, I know it is difficult to judge the weathering of a model from a photograph but I was hoping Heljan would produce something a lot better than they have. Having said that I still think it is a superb model and Heljan and Hattons should both be congratulated on bringing out a unique model for all of us to enjoy, I will in time have them all professionally weathered by my usual source, factory weathered models are improving over time and usually cost a few more pounds than a pristine version, maybe when I have them in my hands tomorrow they may well be much better than the photographs show, it will be interesting to hear from others who receive the heavily weathered versions in the coming days and read their thoughts. This is a perennial problem with factory weathering,which to be honest,doesn't have a good track record.I had feared that this might happen.Never mind...it provides a base for more effective weathering.if you don't want to do it yourself,there are lots of skilled folk around who will do a really effective job.You are still getting something none of us thought we'd ever see...at a bargain price.Talking of which,in contrast,there has been much controversy....don't I know it !...over the cost of the Bachmann NRM Locomotion Models Ivatt Atlantic C1. All in all Hattons have pulled off quite a coup. Enjoy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 7013 Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 31, 2014 Without pre judging, the heavy weathering on the Hattons photo looks decidedly light, and pretty flaky on the connecting rods. Methinks the airbrush will be coming out along with the weathering powders. But to be honest I will just be happy to get my BG at long last. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monjac Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I think Hugh Flynn should be complimented for starting this thread. in August 2011 . Is 49 pages or even 50 a record. ? The weathering unfortunately does not look very heavy but lets wait and see. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250BOB Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I can vouch for that ,Bob......I'm still carrying the scars of the hangover after my trip to Shildon.Which,incidentally,I thoroughly enjoyed...quite an experience and a first for me. Now that the BG show is reaching its ( hopefully) spectacular finale.....I wish all of you the joy of this stunning model. I'm heavily into Atlantics....... Hi Ian, Glad you had an enjoyable Shildon experience........the Atlantic being not quite my cup of tea, I havent been involved on the thread about it......Thankfully..... The pictures of the Garratt do show it may well be in need a some extra work........but it is a great base to start from. Really looking forward to this model....which I'm certain I am going to enjoy immensley. I'll soon be off the pills. Bob. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ian Hargrave Posted July 31, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 31, 2014 Hi Ian, Glad you had an enjoyable Shildon experience........the Atlantic being not quite my cup of tea, I havent been involved on the thread about it......Thankfully..... The pictures of the Garratt do show it may well be in need a some extra work........but it is a great base to start from. Really looking forward to this model....which I'm certain I am going to enjoy immensley. I'll soon be off the pills. Bob. Go for it!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmcg Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 (edited) Without pre judging, the heavy weathering on the Hattons photo looks decidedly light, and pretty flaky on the connecting rods. Methinks the airbrush will be coming out along with the weathering powders. But to be honest I will just be happy to get my BG at long last. It looks to me like light even powder spray and some attempt to blacken rods, handrails still visibly whitish, so we can all add extra touches if we desire. I had opened my laptop this morning knowing I have a half-finished pic of LMS 7983 to play with, and was DELIGHTED to see 4 messages from Hattons and that both weathered models have been despatched to me. I too have never looked forward to a model release with the same pleasure as this one. I suspect it's because the age of the relatively cheap steam era super-detailed model, while not over, has certainly changed in the last couple of years, and this model really does have a great cache of 'presence', for want of a better word. I still remember the Kitmaster version. All is right with the world today... edit; the tops of the models have received very little cover of soot, but at least the cab windows aren't opaque.... Edited August 1, 2014 by robmcg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmcg Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 (edited) First impression, and please note this is NOT as it looks when bought from Hattons but heavily edited with rust added here and there, ashpan discoloured, cab window removed, BR emblem reversed, grime added generally, handrails darkened, rods darkened, 47981 reverses quietly from shed... How can Hattons have done this for under £200? edit; I think the descriptive phrase 'heavily weathered' for the model as purchased is an, um, exaggeration, but below shows some improvement . Shed plate mysteriously clean... Edited August 2, 2014 by robmcg 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonny777 Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Got the nod from Hattons today, mine is on its way, it's been a long gestation waiting for this loco, I do hope everything is as it should be...I have never been so nervous waiting for a loco. We could have a sweepstake for whose heavily weathered Garratt gets delivered first by post. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I'm not to excited, have to leave for work in a couple of hours, although to be fair I have been waiting since 0630 at the garden gate for the postman Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium JZ Posted August 1, 2014 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 1, 2014 At the moment mine is between Yeovil and Radstock. Jodel usually get to me about 2pm. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Colin_McLeod Posted August 1, 2014 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 1, 2014 We could have a sweepstake for whose heavily weathered Garratt gets delivered first by post. I think Rob has already got his, so I'll bet on him !! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzyo Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 who is going to be the first to try and convert one of these to the type that has the smaller front tank? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hawkins Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Not Me ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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