Library - Magazine Articles by Dave Messer

300 Main Street

Railroad Model Craftsman 2007-12 pg. 75     Scale: HO     Category: "Structures - Homes"

This Victorian home was a side project for the author to build something not directly related to the railroad.

Building the Benchwork for My PRR Northeastern Division

Railroad Model Craftsman 1996-06 pg. 82     Scale: HO     Category: "Layout Construction"

The trackplan for this layout, which was presented in the October 1995 issue, is now being implemented. Construction details as well as final layout photos accompany the article. The entire front fascia of this layout functions are the control panel.

Modeling a PRR Alco RS-3

Railroad Model Craftsman 2010-02 pg. 47     Scale: HO     Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"

The author describes how he built this model from a Stewart Hobbies kit, including assembly and painting. There are many construction photos.

The New Haven's Magnificent War Babies

Railroad Model Craftsman 2006-01 pg. 92     Scale: HO     Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"

Modifying a Life-Like DL-109 model to reflect Alco's original design. Includes prototype and completed model photos, as well as a parts list.

Updating the PRR Northeast Division

Railroad Model Craftsman 2005-09 pg. 89     Scale: HO     Category: "Layouts"

The author updates us on the improvements he has made to his layout (his last article was in the March 2001 issue of RMC). Includes close-up photos of his new, detailed scenes.