Our friend and colleague Jim Barrett passed away suddenly on October 29, 2020. Jim enjoyed a twenty-four year writing career with O Gauge Railroading magazine. Jim shared his passion for the model railroading hobby in almost 200 of his âJim Barrett in the Backshopâ columns.
This book honors Jimâs legacy with 45 chapters of model railroading hints, tips and tricks to improve your layout building skills and hobby enjoyment, all in one easily accessible place.
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From Chapter Seven - "Run Around the Furnace"
From Chapter Eight - "A Removable River Gorge"