N Gauge Fine Manual 6: Trackside Accessories This manual focuses on the construction of small items and structures around the tracks to bring realism and a sense of life to your model railroad layout. It's not just about assembling commercially available kits; it's packed with tips on how to build your own using readily available materials and how to enhance details, making it a must-have for modelers aiming for advanced layout expression. It comprehensively covers essential accessories for recreating Japanese railway scenes, from major items like level crossings, signals, various signs, and buffer stops, to more niche elements "along the tracks," such as point switch devices, small items for track maintenance bases, facilities in vehicle depots, and trackside fences. It doesn't just cover installation; it also explains painting tips and weathering techniques to make things look more realistic, along with hints on placement to match the scenery, all accompanied by numerous example photos. The book's attention to detail is evident throughout, evoking memories of the current generation of those in their 60s who were railway enthusiasts in their youth, with features like electric switch devices, manual switch levers, and safety equipment buried in ballast. In particular, it introduces many examples of self-made constructions using plastic sheets and plastic materials. The techniques for creating realistic accessories with easily obtainable materials are impressive. As you can see from the table of contents, a significant appeal is the availability of information to enhance supporting structures that are not usually commercialized, such as "things seen in vehicle depots" and "small items for track maintenance bases," going beyond typical accessories. This is truly a fine book for injecting the scent of life into your layout and deeply enjoying railway scenery. 2019, Kigei Publishing, 25.7cm x 18.2cm, 64 pages #Other Railway Books Here #Other "Light Railway Narrow Gauge Lines" Here #Other "Discontinued Private Railway Related Items" Here #ModelRailroad #NGauge #Layout #Structure #LevelCrossing #Signal #Sign #BufferStop #TrackMaintenance #Trackside #Scenery #Diorama #DetailUp #Construction #PlasticSheet #Homemade #Manual #DetailedExpression #Accessories #FineManual #KigeiPublishing #RailwayScenery #RailwayFan #Modeler #ModelMaking #RealisticExpression #Maniac