Spur-1-Treffen Speyer: Fine Models and Kiss
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Prussian EG 539 was the centerpiece of the Fine Models stand at the 1:32 scale model train meet in Speyer.
Spur-1-Treffen Speyer: Weinfasswagen from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is delivering the international wine barrel cars at the trade fair in Speyer.
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Post-war Coal Theft as a Diorama
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Fine Models collection includes an excellently made diorama with a motif from the period after the Second World War.
A large Layout at Fine Models' Headquarter
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A railway line with a station and a large depot fills a room at Fine Models. 27 photos give an impression of the layout.
Production Samples of the Wine Barrel Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
22 photos of the German and Swiss wine barrel cars that Fine Models will deliver for gauge 1 at the end of October.
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Production Samples of the Fine Models' Freight Train Vans
by Friedhelm Weidelich
27 Fotos der Güterzug-Begleitwagen Pwgs 41 der zweiten Serie, die Fine Models Ende Oktober für die Spur 1 ausliefern wird. Mit dabei ist auch der rote Wendezug-Befehlswagen.
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Hamburg Dammtor Station as 1 Gauge Model
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A very special giant model railway station in 1:32 scale is on display at Fine Models – Hamburg Dammtor. 39 large-format photos.
Recent 1 Gauge Cars from Fine Models and Kiss
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Modern freight cars are colorful. The gray service tank cars of the DB have become yellow and red water cars. A few yellow examples for gauge 1 are still available at Kiss.
Preview of car models soon to be delivered by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models GmbH is on vacation until the end of August. Spur1info already has 63 photos of production models of the freight train baggage car and the luxury horse-drawn carriage.
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Giessen: the Opportunities of the Breuer Tractor
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Trade fairs are good testing grounds for model ideas. What about the Breuer tractor?
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Giessen: Finemodels/Kiss
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Donnerbüchsen are on their way, but have not made it to Giessen. Interest is being tested with an interesting model.
Hand samples of the third Bavarian Freight Car Series from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The last two hand samples of the third series of Bavarian freight cars from Fine Models are a high-side gondola and a boxcar, both with brakeman's cab. 36 photos in large format.
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Bundesbahn Version of Fine Models' Bavarian Crane
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The hand sample of the Bavarian crane from Fine Models in the Bundesbahn version is much more complex than the Länderbahn version.
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Hand Sample of Bavarian Crane Set from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Bavarian state railroad cars are ideal for gauge 1 because they are short and often have unusual shapes. Fine Models has now received the hand samples of the crane wagon and other models. I have photographed them in detail.
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New Bavarian Freight Car from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is expanding its 1 gauge range for friends of Bavarian railroads with more freight cars. Detailed information and first photos of two hand samples.
1 Gauge Rotary Snow Plough from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
From China, Fine Models sent photos of all versions of Henschel's rotary snow plough for 1 gauge.
Spur-1-Treffen Speyer: Hand Sample of Class 95 and More from Fine Models/Kiss
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Premiere hatte in Speyer auf dem Stand von Fine Models ein Handmuster der Baureihe 95 und die bayerische AA1.
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News about the Spur1 & Spur0 Fair Mainz 2023
by Friedhelm Weidelich
This weekend, the second Spur1 & Spur0 fair will take place in Mainz. Two hand samples will be on display for the first time, one already here at spur1info.
On Sunday the journey by car is a bit more complicated because of an event.
Internationale Spur 0+1 Tage: Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
In the crowded halls there was no way through until after 2 pm. At Fine Models, a novelty was hiding in the rather pale hall lighting.
Surprise, surprise!
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A technically very interesting small volume model is waiting for demanding customers. Spur1info already has the facts.
New Samples from Fine Models for 1 Gauge
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fresh on the photo table from Asia came two hand samples of the freight train accompanying cars from Fine Models.
Photos of Fine Models' Bavarian Baggage Cars
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has received the first photos of two production models of the short Bavarian baggage cars.
Hand Sample of the Wine Barrel Car from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
On the photo table was a hand sample of a wine barrel car of the "Deutsche Weinkesselwagon Gesellschaft m.b.H. Kitzingen". A gauge 1 model from Fine Models, this version fits very well with the other Bavarian freight cars.
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Handmade Samples of Fine Models' Donnerbüchsen
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Due to slow customs clearance, the two Donnerbüchsen hand samples from Fine Models arrived only today. 18 pictures of the attractive passenger cars for gauge 1.
Reports from Giessen: Fine Models and Wunder
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Push-pull command cars dominated the scene at the Fine Models and Wunder booth at the International Gauge 0+1 Days in Giessen, Germany.
Did she really exist?
by Gastautor
For some railroad models, the question arises for a variety of reasons whether there was a prototype. Bruno Waldmeier has given some thought to this.
Annoucement: Freight Train Conductor Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models announces several freight train conductor cars for gauge 1 for 2023.
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Intermodellbau: More Models from Fine Models and Kiss
by Friedhelm Weidelich
At Intermodellbau, Fine Models/Kiss showed more hand samples - and already a production model.
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Intermodellbau: Bavarian Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is presenting the hand samples of the second series of Bavarian freight cars at Intermodellbau - and already a part of the third series.
New Hand Samples at Intermodellbau
by Friedhelm Weidelich
At Intermodellbau, Fine Models and Wunder showed new hand samples.
Hand samples of the new Bavarian Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
From Korea the first photos of the second series of Bavarian freight cars have arrived, which Fine Models has announced for gauge 1. Bavaria fans will be pleased.
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E 71 from Fine Models - first Photos
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is currently delivering the E 71 13 and the blue E 71 19 of the DB. First photos.
Starting up Fine Models' Bavarian Cogwheel Locomotive
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Only a small double-digit number of customers receive the small series model of the Bavarian cogwheel locomotive PtzL 3/4 or the later class 971 from Fine Models these days. The highly complex handbuilt model is even more enjoyable if you take your time during commissioning. A comprehensive article about the first-class model with practical tips for running in.
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Additional Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models expands the Bavarian freight car program presented a few days ago with two models for early epoch III.
Some more Bavarian freight cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is expanding its series of Bavarian freight cars with new models for 1 scale. Here are the facts.
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Removable Roofs on Gauge 1 Locomotives
by Gastautor
Removable roofs on the cabs of gauge 1 locomotives allow the interiors to be upgraded and equipped with simple means. Just like movable flaps and doors on engine compartments and front ends, they provide deep insights for the discerning eye of the technically interested locomotive collector. Individualizing and adding to the models are part of our hobby. For Ern Hettinger it is a very essential part.
DB Cogwheel Steam Locomotive 97 101 from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Die 97 101 der DB im Zustand von 1962 von Fine Models ist die zweite Variante, die hier in 36 Fotos vorgestellt wird. Sie unterscheidet sich in vielen Punkten von dem zuvor gezeigten Länderbahn-Modell.
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Bavarian Cogwheel PtzL from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Only forty models of the exclusive Bavarian cogwheel locomotive PtzL 3/4 and the DRG and DB versions are offered by Fine Models. 29 photos show the details of the Epoch I version.
More Bavarian Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is preparing a second Bavarian car series. The first model is already fixed.
Fine Models announces the steam snow blower from Henschel
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models will announce several versions of Henschel's six-axle snow blower soon.
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DRG Open Freight Car „Würzburg“ from Fine Models for Gauge 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The asymmetrical brakeman's cab makes this O-car of Bavarian provenance stand out. An interesting gauge 1 model from Fine Models for the early days of the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG).
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Bavarian Open Freight Car from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is just delivering the Bavarian open freight cars. 21 photos and a review of the E-car of the Royal Bavarian State Railways.
Kiss Germany and Switzerland go Separate Ways
by Friedhelm Weidelich
From 2021, the two successors founded after the insolvency of Kiss Modellbahnen will go their own ways.
New Photos of Vectron by Kiss Deutschland
by Friedhelm Weidelich
I just received photos from Fine Models of the Vectron that will be delivered under the Kiss Modellbahnen Deutschland brand in May 2021. The amount of detail will surprise steam locomotive enthusiasts.
First Pictures of Kiss' new Vectron Hand Sample
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has received first snapshots of the completely new hand sample of the Siemens Vectron. The modern electric locomotive is marketed under the in-house brand Kiss Modellbahnen Deutschland.
New Photos of Fine Models' DB E 71
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models hat neue Fotos vom Handmuster der E 71 in der Bundesbahn-Version. Das Spur-1-Modell wird Holzböden in den Führerständen erhalten.
Upcoming Deliveries
by Friedhelm Weidelich
We have the new status for upcoming deliveries of gauge 1 models.
Fine Models/Kiss with new versions of Bavarian D XI
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has added two new variants to the Bavarian Lokalbahn steam locomotive project which has been taken over from Kiss.
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Märklin's 241-A to be delivered soon – and more News
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Märklin will deliver the 241-A-65 in July 2020. There is even more interesting news from the world of gauge 1.
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First Pictures of the Painted Bavarian Low Side Cars of Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Bavarian low side cars from Fine Models are approaching production maturity. 14 new photos, which should please gauge 1 friends of epochs I and II.
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Photos of the Sample of DB's 97 101 by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has finished the last unpainted shown hand sample of the 97 101. Four photos of the gauge 1 rack locomotive, which will be available in autumn 2020.
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Photos of the Completed Sample of E 71 from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The hand sample of Fine Models' E 71 has been painted and lettered. Photos that make you want to own this Prussian vintage locomotive for gauge 1.
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Novelty: E 71 by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
After Spur 1 Austria, Fine Models also announces an E 71. It is already almost finished. There are understandable reasons for the double development.
A Large 1-Gauge Layout built by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Yesterday evening, shortly before 8 p.m., the public service broadcaster Hessische Rundfunk reported about a large gauge 1 layout built by Fine Models and destined for a customer in Asia.
Bavarian Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Recently, the Bavarian milk wagon and a hand sample of the CL passenger car from Fine Models also appeared in front of the camera. 28 photos that make you look forward to the gauge 1 models.
Samples of the Bavarian Low Side Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has received three samples of the Bavarian low side cars of the Oq and O types. In Bavaria they were indispensable in epochs I and II. They should become attractive gauge 1 models. 37 photos in large format demonstrate what you can expect.
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A Closer Look at the Handmade Sample of the Bavarian Cogwheel Locomotive by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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Bavarian Cogwheel Locomotive by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has today received two hand samples of the Bavarian cogwheel steam locomotive PtzL 3/4, which are only produced in an exclusive edition of 40 pieces. Here are the first photos.
New: Bavarian PtzL 3/4 from Fine Models (updated)
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Christmas presents are never ending: Fine Models announces tomorrow the Bavarian rack locomotive PtzL 3/4. Here already are the details and photos of the handmade samples.
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Details of the Bavarian Low Side Cars by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models has now defined details for the Bavarian low side cars. Details for spur1info subscribers.
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Samples of the Bavarian Local Train Cars from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Bavarian two-axle car models by Fine Models, shown in raw condition in Sinsheim, are now painted and lettered.
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Intermodellbau 2019: Fine Models and Spur1-Exklusiv
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A long series of Fine Models' Bavarian beer cars for gauge 1 attracted the attention of visitors at the Fine Models and Spur1-Exklusiv exhibition stand - and two steam locomotive versions of the Palatine and Bavarian railways as well.
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