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Leonard Jones 1:1 Scale

Started by finescalerr, February 28, 2026, 12:22:31 PM

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finescalerr

February 28, 2026, 12:22:31 PM
Leonard Jones was a contributor to Finescale Railroader and worked for the Southern Pacific as a herder. He explains, "Herders move trains in and out of the yard, guide hostlers onto outbound trains so they're coupled up and air tested when the train and engine crews show up." But Leonard also builds working "models" in 1:1 scale. The photos show a partly scratchbuilt and carefully weathered (that's right, he weathered it) 1921 Harley board track racer. Leonard says, "Yes it runs and yes, I still ride it."

Maybe the photos will inspire somebody to build a scale model.

Russ

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March 09, 2026, 09:52:47 AM
That sure is a beauty!!

I could see you riding ne of those Russ!!!  ;D

Jerry
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