Beginner projects

Wood

Beginners might consider building their first project in wood. Most beginner shops are better equipped to work with wood than steel. Simple hand tools will even suffice. Here is a list of projects to consider.

• "Gondola car in a day", Chaski.org
  • See also The McConnell Island Narrow Gauge
• "Pat's Wooden 6', 1-1/2" Scale Gondola", DiscoverLiveSteam.org
  • See also Gondola, Dan's Loco Works
• "Building a 3 inch scale Bobber Caboose", Chaski.org