Gauge 1 Live Steam Merchant Navy Loco 35028 Clan Line

Richard Sears introduces his Aster gauge 1 Merchant Navy locomotive, remarkably true to Ron Jarvis' rebuild of Bulleid's original locomotive.

[charlesyaryan]

TOO freaking cool man. I can tell he has done this for most of his life and still gets that satisfaction in his face every time he runs it as if it was the first. True love for a industry and hobby. So much intelligence in one person!

[fazooleq]

this was amazing - as a mechanical engineer I was humbled by this guy's brilliance, as a train lover I was awed by his perfection. This is so cool in every way

[TheRealTricky]

If you see all things he had to do before this scale model could move, it makes you appreciate the time, when this had to be done at the real thing, were it could take hours between starting to fire everything up to the actual point the train could move.

And yeah, I love how much passion this man had, or else this thing could never come to completion. Now the result is rewarding.

[gilliansears]

I'm proud to say, this is my brother - more power to you, love you very much

[brucemckean]

As I watched this in February, 2021, and enjoyed the result of this man's passion and skill, I can't help but note that 11, 000 individuals gave the video a thumbs down. I despair.

[exposingthedarknesswiththe]

*We've been fortunate enough to see many many train models, but this one has to be in the top 5 anywhere these models are seen or found around the glob!* *We appreciate you sharing your very special train with all the train loves of the globe...a big shout out to you and those who supported you in this incredible love for trains...thank you all so very much!*

[CrustyCurmudgeon]

Spectacular! Being one myself, I can say with total confidence that no one can obsess over a hobby like a man, and with all respect, old dudes often rule here! Astronomy, wood working, rebuilding cars, trains, steampunk, gaming, audiophiles, model making, computer builds - you name it - there's a group of men out there who know every last detail. They have invested endless hours exploring the most intricate and exotic options. They have spent insane fortunes on the tiniest improvements. They have applied NASA-level engineering to solve irrelevant challenges. Few women do this - its just not in their DNA. The difference in scale is like positioning a sewing machine against a fire-breathing 800hp V8 - the level of dedication is just not even in the same universe. God bless you sir for keeping this spirit alive!

[keithnaylor]

Amazing! For anyone not too chuffed with the wait, the action starts about 10:30! So good you could use it in a movie!

[suresh]

As a former tube driver in Oslo, I have en enduring passion for trains. But you Sir, you take this to great levels. Hatd off to you Sir !
Excellent engineering !

[franciscoluna]

Life stops the very moment we stop being kids. What an amazing train and train operator!

[denyboy]

As a young Eurostar Rolling stock engineer just starting their full career in the railway, You sir have truly inspired me, its Beautiful to see where hard work, knowledge and a great passion can lead may years down the line and I look forward to be able to recreate models of the trains I’m growing up working on and seeing everyday. Have a great 2019 😁👍

[williamcharles]

Richard, my man, If only you and I could be neighbors we'd have Gauge 1 live steam locos and track running everywhere. This gauge is the perfect size for live steam and the builds of this size don't take forever or require a queen's ransom to buy, build or maintain. You've gained an interested subscriber who wishes you great success.

[HansensUniverseT-A]

Why does this video have 14K downvotes??? This gentleman is awesome, can't fathom why people would leave so much hate towards someone sharing their passion.

[hanc]

I had a Lional Train in the 70's that came with oil to simulate steam and working head lights. It was really amazing. I wish I still had it...

[radagastaddams]

😊when a railway engineer reaches for his spectacles you know things are about to get serious. fantastic engine & very knowledgeable engineer. awesome stuff 🚞🚞

[domrad]

I’m surprised to see anyone give this video a thumbs down. It’s inspiring to see that level of detail and realism in the hobby. Thanks.

[川岸柳]

Thank you, it’s my dream train when i’m young, when the first time learning about engines and wheels.

[nitinphulera]

sir, i am proud out of you, i wish when i retire i could built a similar engine train in my ancestral village home garden in himalayas ... love and respect from India ....

[Wally-H]

I used to work for Nexus media - we published Model Engineer and Model Engineer Workshop magazines. It was fantastic to see the skill and passion these guys put into their models. Sadly, with engineering practically dead as a career now in the UK, having the skills to build this sort of thing for your hobby is a dying art.

[henrymetcalf]

This cuts deep into my hart the old man explaining how it works just like my grandad did to me when he was on the steam engines this is amazing