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Western Scale Models
website! Keep checking back with us to learn more about our products and to let
us know how we are doing.
Western Scale Models manufacturers and
sells superior, craftsman model railroad kits. We specialize in kits related to
mining, machinery, and logging, and we produce models in O and 1:20.3 scales.
Important Notice
In order to slow down and enjoy partial retirement I have discontinued the
production of O scale model kits. I will continue to produce our line of
books and 1:20.3 scale kits. I will also continue to develop new kits for
1:20.3 scale which I really enjoy making.
New Products
Cut-Off Trim Saw
(1:20.3 scale)
A simple cut-off saw
consisting of a single 24" blade on a swinging frame. This is the next kit
for our large scale sawmill project. Cost $29.00 plus $9.00 shipping.
Kit MF-105. |
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Four Block Log Carriage
(1:20.3 scale)
Our new large scale log carriage
is modeled after the four block log carriage at the McLean Sawmill in Port
Alberni, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. It was
originally assembled in 1926. The kit includes over 150 white metal
castings with 4 blocks, setworks and seworks drive, wood frame and cable
drive. The carriage is a perfect match to go with our double
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Double Circular Saw
(1:20.3 scale)
A double circular saw modeled after an Allis Chalmers design. The
lower saw blade is 60" in diameter with an upper saw blade 36" in
diameter. For details go to double
circular saw. Keep an eye on our website for future sawmill kits
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Our New Book
Modeling a Steam Powered Sawmill, A Detailed look at the Hull Oakes,
McLean and Sturgeon's Sawmills"
Book P-7
Takes a detailed look at three steam powered sawmills still in
operation today in Western North America. We first look at a generic
sawmill to see how sawmills operate, the equipment used and their layout.
then we take a detailed look at a large, medium and small sized sawmill to
see how to develop a sawmill for a model railroad. The book is over
100 pages in length with over 100 figures and pictures, many in color.
This is a must for anyone thinking of modeling a sawmill for their
railroad. Cost $30.00 plus $9.00 shipping. See book section for more
detail.
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10-Stamp Gold Mill with complete interior
(available in 1:20.3 scale)
Our new 10-stamp gold mill kit includes a building with all of the gold
mill equipment for a 10-stamp mill. In addition it includes our new brick
boiler and the twin cylinder steam engine to drive the mill equipment. The
kit also includes ore cars, figures, all of the pulleys and belting to drive each machine
(simulation only) along with laser cut stairs and a completely furnished mill
office for the foreman to oversee operations. Our gold mill office
interior is also offered as a separate kit (see the description below).
For details go to the 10-stamp mill
page.
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Horizontal Brick Boiler
(1:20.3 scales)
The boiler
includes all of the fittings and piping that would be used to connect the
horizontal tubular boiler to a steam engine. All of the water water lines
are also included. For details see web page for
brick boiler |
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 Office
Interior kit
1:20.3 scales)
Our 10-stamp gold mill office is available as a separate kit. It includes
a roll top desk, chair, file cabinets, tables, safe, pot-belly stove, wall
clock, coat rack, kerosene lantern, books, coffee pot, coffee cup and even a
spittoon. For details see web page for
office interior.
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Fred the Marmot mascot
Our cuddly marmot mascot,
Fred the Engineer, is now for sale as a lovable stuffed animal!
He stands 14 1/2 inches tall, has a fluffy brown tail and is dressed as a little
engineer. Get one for all the little engineers in your life! Our
special price is only $15.00 plus $5.00 shipping. |
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What sets us apart from our competitors
Our guarantee.
- Our white metal castings are made from a new, stronger alloy that contains
no lead.
- All our kits are designed by a master craftsman with extensive knowledge
about each kit's subject.
- Our kits are designed and manufactured in the United States.
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