RMC Perspective
Welcome to RMC Perspective, where we explore the hobby and philospohy of model railroading from a variety of points of view.
July 15, 2024
The Future is in Transit
Transit modeling is not just the future, it’s presently arriving at hobby shops near you.
June 18, 2024
In Praise of Short Lines
Consider looking up the short lines in your area, and see railroading as it used to be all across the country.
May 16, 2024
Fathers, Sons, and Trains
How many of our model railroading stories begin with attributing our love of trains to a helping hand from our fathers?
April 17, 2024
The Joy of Kitbashing
One of the most enjoyable aspects of the hobby is learning how to “kitbash” models to make them truly your own.
March 15, 2024
Benefits of Being a ‘Rubber Gauger’
Who says you have to stay stuck with one prototype, one scale, or even one type of modeling? Consider broadening your horizons to get more out of the hobby.
February 26, 2024
To Clutter, or Not to Clutter
Everyone fights the battle of gathering clutter in their hobby space… What will you do about it?
January 17, 2024
The Power of Community
The greatest value imparted by this hobby lies in the community of friends gained by attending events and sharing skills with one another.
December 15, 2023
Just Another Small Coaling Tower
A simple Soo Line coal tower took on a life of its own as a contest winner, mass-produced kit, and even a real-life installation.
November 16, 2023
Suspension of Disbelief
The hobby of model railroading is much like theater, and there are many simple things you can do to improve the experience of visiting your layout.
October 18, 2023
A Case for HO Narrow Gauge
With so many interesting prototypes from coast to coast, perhaps hobbyists can convince manufacturers to produce more HO narrow gauge models.
