Wonwings diary-More superb models made in Meccano.
Yet more superb models made in Meccano,given the number of parts and the determination nothing is impossible,here are a few pictures taken over the years at various Meccano meetings and events across the country,I was once a member of the Society of Advanced Meccano Constructors which used to be run by the late Bert Love from Hall Green,Birmingham,I understand that the society which fosters the construction of Meccano models is still in existance,I would like to dedicate these pictures to Bert who would always find the time to discuss and explain his many advanced models,memories of his 'other house' across the lawn at Hall Green where at Christmas time his lit up models would adorn a wonderful window display at 'Meccano house' which shuld have been re-named 'Meccano Alladins cave' ! parts and sets from the 1930's to the red and gren period and beyond would adorn the walls,just prior to a show or meeting Bert would spend many happy hours perfecting the models in readiness working late into the night,originally employed on Submarines during WW2 he eventually set up his retirement home on the Isle of Bute,where he would look across the bay where he was once employed on deep sea operations,his Meccano travelled with him from Birmingham where he was involved in the teaching profession.
Meccano battleship at Skegness 20-06-87 in red and green Meccano,Skegness became the home to an annual meeting of Meccano enthusiasts.(Richard says this is either the Bismark or Tirpitz )
Meccano model at Stoneleigh Town & Country 26-08-85 in pristine blue & gold.
Mike Brammer's spectacular 1=24 th scale freelance dockyard crane stood 8 feet tall at maximum jib height,the model had to be placed on the floor to let everyone see the detail inside.
Movements on the crane are as follows-heavy hoist,light hoist,luffing,slewing and travel,all cordage was woven on Mike's fantastic Meccano braiding machine which he designed himself.
The light-duty hoist was rigged as Toplis level luffing gear which achieved a high degree of level of operation through most of the jib luffing angle.
One 12 volt motor drove every movement of the crane with no difficulty,a real masterpiece of a model.
Very attractive Traction engine at Skegness 20-06-87.The model exhibits a vey solid feel about it and crammed with Meccano parts,note the Meccano roulette wheel in the foreground,a very clever piece of modelling.
Picturesque model of 'Nellie' a freelance fantasy 2-4-2 tank locomotive based on the creations of the famous Emmett cartoonist,two motions one driving the coupled wheels and the other for a rocking motion are mounted just clear of the track.
Model built by John Bridger.
Another view of the charming Little Nellie locomotive.
Simple but delightful Meccano locomotive utilises twelve and a half inch strips in its construction.
Yet more superb models made in Meccano,given the number of parts and the determination nothing is impossible,here are a few pictures taken over the years at various Meccano meetings and events across the country,I was once a member of the Society of Advanced Meccano Constructors which used to be run by the late Bert Love from Hall Green,Birmingham,I understand that the society which fosters the construction of Meccano models is still in existance,I would like to dedicate these pictures to Bert who would always find the time to discuss and explain his many advanced models,memories of his 'other house' across the lawn at Hall Green where at Christmas time his lit up models would adorn a wonderful window display at 'Meccano house' which shuld have been re-named 'Meccano Alladins cave' ! parts and sets from the 1930's to the red and gren period and beyond would adorn the walls,just prior to a show or meeting Bert would spend many happy hours perfecting the models in readiness working late into the night,originally employed on Submarines during WW2 he eventually set up his retirement home on the Isle of Bute,where he would look across the bay where he was once employed on deep sea operations,his Meccano travelled with him from Birmingham where he was involved in the teaching profession.
Meccano battleship at Skegness 20-06-87 in red and green Meccano,Skegness became the home to an annual meeting of Meccano enthusiasts.(Richard says this is either the Bismark or Tirpitz )
Meccano model at Stoneleigh Town & Country 26-08-85 in pristine blue & gold.
Mike Brammer's spectacular 1=24 th scale freelance dockyard crane stood 8 feet tall at maximum jib height,the model had to be placed on the floor to let everyone see the detail inside.
Movements on the crane are as follows-heavy hoist,light hoist,luffing,slewing and travel,all cordage was woven on Mike's fantastic Meccano braiding machine which he designed himself.
The light-duty hoist was rigged as Toplis level luffing gear which achieved a high degree of level of operation through most of the jib luffing angle.
One 12 volt motor drove every movement of the crane with no difficulty,a real masterpiece of a model.
Very attractive Traction engine at Skegness 20-06-87.The model exhibits a vey solid feel about it and crammed with Meccano parts,note the Meccano roulette wheel in the foreground,a very clever piece of modelling.
Picturesque model of 'Nellie' a freelance fantasy 2-4-2 tank locomotive based on the creations of the famous Emmett cartoonist,two motions one driving the coupled wheels and the other for a rocking motion are mounted just clear of the track.
Model built by John Bridger.
Another view of the charming Little Nellie locomotive.
Simple but delightful Meccano locomotive utilises twelve and a half inch strips in its construction.