The Spectacular Layout of Dave Gunn, MMR

[@DasFergmiester]

I had the pleasure and privilege to see Dave's layout last summer. Both he and his wife were gracious hosts but after seeing the layout first hand and to say I was impressed would be an understatement. The layout is Museum quality and something to aspire to. Thank you Dave for posting this as you are right "Good enough is not good enough". If I'm invited back I'll bring some of my CP stuff 😉

[@rapidotrains]

How wonderful to have seen it in person!

[@PhilKnox-q8h]

WOW, what an excellent layout and concepts. Loved the idea of pullout shelving underneath the layout for access to wiring vs laying on your back to do repairs, brilliant. Bravo, for a job well done. Kman

[@F40Productions]

I'm less than a minute into this and I'm already blown away by this layout

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching, he's a fantastic modeller!

[@keithpickering2840]

Rapids Trains Many thanks for sharing. What a fantastic and detailed layout built to very high standards by Dave. All of the scratch built buildings look fantastic and the overall look is so real... I wish .... Great to see thanks.. Good to see you Dave, best wishes to Pam. Brings back good memories of Calder Northern days in the UK.. Keith & Louise..

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@warrencleversy2773]

Great model railroad the scenery is top notch! It's like your in the scene that's how real it looks!

[@rapidotrains]

Dave is truly one of the greats!

[@gunny8978]

One of the best things in life was growing up playing with my trains with my gramps, one awesome layout, my compliments sir

[@rapidotrains]

It's a special layout to be sure!

[@EtonieE25]

Good enough is not good enough ...... or...... If a jobs worth doing it’s worth doing well! And sir your layout is wonderful and far tooooooo many other descriptive words to write.......and good to c you’re still going strong at 77! 😎👍🇬🇧

[@rapidotrains]

He's a true master of his craft!

[@derekalexander4030]

Fantastic layout. Truly a master model railroader. Ingenious use of the fascia being removable and the wiring behind them on the shelves. Seems like a very nice guy too.👍

[@rapidotrains]

He's one of the nicest!

[@rogerhuber3133]

Awesome structures and layout.

[@ThePeejRR]

I could spend days just looking at this layout. Master Model Railroader indeed. Thanks for sharing it with us!!

[@rapidotrains]

It was our pleasure!

[@bhigdaddymark]

The utter passion of the "Greatest Hobby On Earth" and why we're drawn to it on so many different levels. I couldn't stand in the shadow of this man and his superb talent as all that I can do is marvel over it, and be inspired. Bravo sir, Bravo!

[@rapidotrains]

It's quite humbling to see what he's capable of!

[@the5thmusketeer215]

Blown away! Hands down, probably the most realistically modelled layout I have ever seen... 😲

[@rapidotrains]

It's truly one of the best!

[@martinross5521]

A brilliant layout with such intricate detail and attention to realism. Thank you for showing us around. Fabulous!

[@rapidotrains]

Our pleasure!

[@j2themac778]

Great layout and scratchbuilding skills.

[@rapidotrains]

Yes he’s done a fantastic job!

[@ericramos9070]

Amazing video. His passion for the hobby amazing. Would love to have the time to be so detailed

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@halstadtwald4505]

Awesome! I love seeing people’s layouts - more please!

[@rapidotrains]

We'll do our best!

[@mikeguthrie5432]

What an artist and engineer. Da vinci would have been proud of you! Keep up the good work Sir. You may be able to cram in another 70 years. We'll all be hoping!

[@rapidotrains]

We certainly will!

[@yrunaked4]

Amazing, the scope of scratch built structures is incredible. I love the scope of huge industries, its something rarely seen in layouts and this one is packed with them. I love his 70 year plan. Cheers, Rob

[@rapidotrains]

I think we all have a 70-year layout plan! 😄

[@bradleyogden5688]

Just amazing. Unbelievable. Beautiful! I'm very glad to see someone modeling the industrial type of a layout instead of the slot car version of going in circles. My current plans is to build a small industrial railroad with industrial scenes that we usually don't see modeled. You're truly an inspiration to us.

[@rapidotrains]

However anyone chooses to enjoy the hobby is great, but we agree, industries were the lifeblood of railways so it's nice to see them done the justice they deserve!

[@johngoldschmidt5335]

This is just incredible workmanship. I can't imagine the patience it takes to create such an awe inspiring layout as this. The talent it takes to create something like this is far and few. Congratulations and thanks you so much for sharing.

[@rapidotrains]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@FarMech22]

Gorgeous layout Dave, from the fellow model railroader from Stratford. To say I'm in awe is an understatement.

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We will pass on the kind words!

[@snafu3714]

You are a real Master. The top of the Game

[@rapidotrains]

He certainly is!

[@smokencoffee7680]

This is a very nice layout. I have my layout planned and it will contain some features like this layout. So good to see how this one is set up and running with the ideas in place. Love it.

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobbiemitch]

Very well done layout. Keep them coming.

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching, we plan on more layout reviews in the future!

[@rogozzy1]

An absolutely magnificent piece of work. Absolute detail brilliant and wonderful to view.

[@rapidotrains]

Agreed!

[@steelman86]

Was hoping to see the operating rolling stock also!! Such a patient person to do all of this precise modeling! Outstanding....

[@rapidotrains]

👍

[@DJTHORR..]

What an inspiration and beautiful details on this master layout

[@rapidotrains]

It's one of the best we've ever seen!

[@dineshbadopalia8677]

No words to describe this. Simply excellent!👍🏾

[@rapidotrains]

It's truly one of the best we've ever seen!

[@whatsitaboutwithphilcraig6661]

I’m late for work now I couldn’t break away from this absolutely beautiful detail layout. Best of all he’s sounds like Northerner from the uk , like me so I can dream one day of having a snippet of one of his modules 👍

[@rapidotrains]

One of the most stunning layouts we've ever seen.

[@nighthawk9097]

Absolutely incredible layout, hope to build something like that someday

[@rapidotrains]

It certainly raises the bar!

[@BCrailguy45]

That is a very beautiful layout I would love to see in person

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! Maybe you can visit next time there is a convention in the area.

[@MrDavil43]

So, "Good enough is not good enough", hmm, that's my whole life's philosophy blown away then! Fabulous layout, just Wow!

[@rapidotrains]

It's certainly a wakeup call for all us to strive to do better!

[@pieroluciano3272]

Wow! Epic layout! Thanks for sharing! 🤓👍

[@rapidotrains]

Our pleasure!

[@MojaveModelRailroad]

Wow. Just breathtaking to see this layout. Taking notes!

[@rapidotrains]

As are we!

[@CrausRails]

This is a fantastic layout! Its so great to see the level of detail in the scratch built building. Also thescenes from the North main line in Ontario Stratford and Kitchener! Well done! Hope to see move videos like this!

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We will do our best to bring more!

[@ScratchGlass9]

Wow ! Very impressive. Cheers from Detroit 🇺🇲

[@rapidotrains]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@daf827]

Genius level modeling. Truly a work of art.

[@rapidotrains]

Indeed!

[@daf827]

@@rapidotrains Railfans will note that a gentleman named David Gunn was head of Amtrak, the NYCTA, SEPTA, the DC Metro, and other leadership gigs in transportation. Highly regarded. I’m sure modeler Dave Gunn has been told this multiple times 🙂

[@glenpower1677]

One word- Awesome!

[@rapidotrains]

Sometimes words just aren't enough to describe such a layout!

[@hansfriess]

Great layout thank you for the tour

[@rapidotrains]

It was our pleasure!

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Thank you for the tour. Super layout. Get those cows painted.

[@rapidotrains]

Only 97 more to go!

[@johnmcwade1]

Omgoodness, fantastic! You could spend a week on this and not see every detail. Super cool!

[@rapidotrains]

The details are utterly endless!

[@georgewoodget271]

Sir you have done a wonderful job creating the layout. Everything looks like it could be in an art Museum because it's done so very well.

[@rapidotrains]

Truly one of the finest layouts we've ever seen!

[@khalidnafees498]

With all the little things here and there. Tracks behind buildings. This is my favourite kind of layout 💕

[@rapidotrains]

Glad you like it!

[@tedfisk1211]

Very nice layout.

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@lackawannarailfan]

That’s a awesome layout! Love the steam locomotive! Great tour!

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We'll pass it on!

[@pbyfr]

Great layout, excellent modelling.

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! It sets a standard for us all.

[@vincenthuying98]

Very inspirational video

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@fionaboylan5560]

sweet layout and good luck with your impressive layout

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We'll pass it along!

[@ronduz1281]

WOW awesome layout👍👍👍

[@rapidotrains]

It is! We're all in awe.

[@rjl110919581]

thank you for the detail video as beauty detail layout as joy watching

[@rapidotrains]

We're so happy to be able to share this with everyone!

[@ModelTrainOutsider]

Stunning layout and stories.

[@rapidotrains]

We were mesmerized!

[@denniswilson2690]

Just amazing Congrats to an exceptional layout

[@rapidotrains]

We're so glad Dave was able to share it!

[@MaidenHell1977]

Absolutely stunning!! wow!!!

[@rapidotrains]

Glad you like it! Isn't it gorgeous?

[@liam04294]

I love the look of the overgrown track

[@rapidotrains]

It's pretty great!

[@jefferykeeper9034]

Keep up the good work gentlemen!!!

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks, we'll do what we can!

[@poochie49]

Absolutely jaw dropping.

[@rapidotrains]

👍

[@thor8640]

Fantastic layout, stunning craftsman ship. Makes want to go back in time as this reminds of simpler times. Kudos Dave and please show us an update with the cattle yard.

[@rapidotrains]

Layouts are the best time machines!

[@ikonseesmrno7300]

Gorgeous layout! Well done editing (Dave could have used a lav mike, though). Hope there are more of these layout tours in the future. Regards!

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We'll pass on the kind words!

[@majmikecalnan]

Stunning!🥂🍾👍🍁

[@rapidotrains]

Thank you! 😊

[@SouthernTennessean]

Man that’s a nice layout.

[@rapidotrains]

One of the finest!

[@chrishartz2397]

Wonderful...thank you!

[@rapidotrains]

Our pleasure!

[@conrailfan6277]

Thank you for the tour!! This is a very nice layout, and you sir are a top notch modeler!!! Please update us on your progress if you can I think all of us watching this video would love that!!!

[@rapidotrains]

We hope Dave will keep providing us with updates!

[@BigCDubya]

I love that Krug Furniture building!

[@rapidotrains]

It's pretty great!

[@1Nanerz]

I love the 70 year plan! I have one myself.

[@rapidotrains]

Wonderful! Great to hear from you, Roger. It's been a while! 😄

[@rapidotrains]

How's your layout coming, by the way?

[@1Nanerz]

@@rapidotrains track and wiring all finished. Landforms and scenery next. Adding a turnout though, to accommodate a barrel ore car train. Can’t wait. That’s what my upper deck was built for.

[@1Nanerz]

@@rapidotrains you too. You guys have really done great work for the hobby over the years. My wallet has a hard time keeping up.

[@DiggerEvans]

Incredible

[@rapidotrains]

Yes Dave has done a great job!

[@joakiminnala2264]

Incredibly beautiful layout! Sad that I live so far away (northern Sweden), it would have been an outstanding experience to see it in real life.

[@rapidotrains]

Well we're glad we could at least share on KZbin!

[@stevecatlin5609]

great video. Reminds me of the work of Chris Lyons of his CNLVN channel on youtube.

[@rapidotrains]

Another fine modeler!

[@RogerDiotte]

Unbelievable work there Dave, the track and growth in the ties...could have fooled me! Who's your buddy at the end again? Does he have vids also?

[@rapidotrains]

Thank you! Darren is one of Dave's fellow club members. Not sure if he has any videos.

[@angelacrawford3173]

Very nice 👌 👍 👏 😀

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks! We'll pass on the kind words.

[@medwaymodelrailway7129]

Like the new video .Thanks

[@rapidotrains]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@iannarita9816]

Not sure what to say. Great models.

[@rapidotrains]

We're speechless too!

[@glenpower1677]

Awesome!

[@rapidotrains]

Happy to bring you such a great layout!

[@renekreisel8165]

Nette Bilder schöne Züge Gute Gebäude

[@rapidotrains]

Danke!

[@renekreisel8165]

@@rapidotrains gerne

[@Posttrip]

♥️♥️♥️ The only positive thing about the lock down is time to operate.

[@rapidotrains]

That and the time you have to build!

[@DarkTerritory71]

Very nice

[@rapidotrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@saltleywsc]

wow just wow

[@rapidotrains]

Couldn't agree more!

[@canadianbacon2205]

A new rapido upload: step 1. drop everything and crab phone. Step 2: watch, ignoring everything around you

[@rapidotrains]

We like this plan. 😆

[@neanderthal88]

Fantastic Like to see more motion tho.

[@rapidotrains]

👍

[@piedmontrf81]

Suggestion: Amtrak Piedmont equipment

[@adamauxier4035]

Rapido would need to model either SLCC equipment or the KCS SLC/ACF cars from 1960-1961

[@rapidotrains]

Suggestion noted!

[@Tom.Gregory]

Super kewl

[@rapidotrains]

👍🏼

[@jamescraft672]

Wow!

[@rapidotrains]

Totally!

[@thebritishengineer8027]

If I'm not mistaken I'm hearing a West Country Accent.... is Mr Gunn an ex pat?? I used to model Canadian National/Union Pacific but it's so hard getting rolling stock over here and I don't have the space, certainly not to run either my beloved Rivorossi "Big Boy" cerca 1992 or DD40x. However I must be a glutton for punishment as I recently acquired 3 Bachman Spectrum ON3 narrow gauge loco's, 2 in box's and the third a 28 tonne Shay being converted into an oil burner.....

[@rapidotrains]

Dave is from the UK, yes. He lived in Manchester.

[@thebritishengineer8027]

@@rapidotrains My home town also.

[@loucosmotivaferromodelismo6560]

Muito legal 😃👍

[@rapidotrains]

Thank you!

[@illogicerr3769]

Volume soft and inconsistent, otherwise this was a wonderful interview.

[@rapidotrains]

The perils of shooting with a phone...