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Current Issue

Some of the highlights in the current issue...

The Comment in this issue was written by a 14 year old budding model engineer about his experiences so far in the hobby. The International Convention at Whangarei New Zealand 2012 shows some of New Zealand's excellent modelling and one of the North Island's beautiful venues for Model Engineering activities. Plenty of photos to show off the participants and their models. The Rhaetian-Bahn's 'Baby Crocodile' in 7¼" gauge. A beautiful model of an unusual locomotive from the Swiss mountain ranges. John Romanes tells us how he built it.

The RandA Lathe. If you ever thought of restoring old machinery, this story is for you as Ted Lee takes us on a journey through his lathe restoration project. Our Legacy To Our Grandchildren, A must read for all model engineers who want to promote the continuity of our hobby. How about building small engines as Christmas or birthday gifts for your grandchildren. Twin Cylinder 4-Stroke Engine. Part one of a twin cylinder IC construction project from the Fiasco Factory of Laurie Clarke.

A Lathe Mounted Drill. Don't throw away your old 12v battery drills just yet. An interesting lesson in recycling from Reg Angel.