Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading Podcast

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**Wiley’s Bench Time – Model Railroading Podcast**

We’re an adult-oriented fine scale model building podcast that focuses on the craftsman modeling side of the hobby!

Latest Episodes:

Bench Time #113: Todd & Brett - Paint of the Week, Build Updates, Tools & More Feb 07, 2020

Show notes

We're kicking back in episode 113 and talking a little bit about a lot of things!

We want to thank our new patrons Steve Fred, WigWag Workshop & not so new Patron Scott!

The transfer tape that we were talking about can be found here:

3M #465 Transfer Tape 1 inch (no affiliate)
3M #465 Transfer Tape 1/2 in (no affiliate)

Next up we talk about our paint colors of the week, some new layout updates, & tools of the week.

We finish up this week's episode by allowing Brett to embarrass himself with his music choices of the week.

Love our content? Support us on Patreon.

Bench Time #112: Dave Meek & Jake Johnson - East Meets West Episode Jan 31, 2020

Show notes

This week we had the awesome duo of Jake Johnson and Dave Meek from Crescent Creek Models on for our new segment called East Meets West!

Jake and Dave elaborate a bunch about the differences in scenery and modeling structures in the west, compared to the east coast styles we often see out in our neck of the woods.

The discussion included creating cacti, working with gold foam, and architectural styles. We also got into some history discussions and the spread of European and Atlantic styles.

After that we got an update from Jake and Dave on their Carolwood Barn kit, and the new gallows kit out on their site: thundermesa.studio

Bench Time #111: Jason Jensen & Jeff Grove - New CCK Kits Jan 24, 2020

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We’ve got Jason Jensen of Jason Jensen Trains and Jeff Grove from Carolina Craftsman Kits on this week to talk about the 4 new kits out from CCK!

Check out the new kits here (not affiliate links):

You’ve GOT TO check out the videos that Jason did for the builds here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwtCiywyxpf5ed785KbAAQA/videos

Have an awesome weekend everyone!

Bench Time #110: Finally Starting New Builds! Jan 17, 2020

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First off we want to thank our new Patron Rob C! Support us here: https://patreon.com/hoscalecustoms

We will also be soon launching our Bench Time Podcast Forum, stay tuned for more information to come about that!

Bullhorn Announcements (not affiliate links):

There are three new kits available from Carolina Craftsman Kits, you can check them out here:

Raymond Transfer: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-raymond-transfer
Kruiswyk Pencil & Pen: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-raymond-transfer-cck-slash-jj20
Wiley & Son Paper Mill: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-kruiswyk-pencil-and-pen-background-kit
Wiley & Son The Complex: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-wiley-paper-products-company

New Sunrise Warehouse Kit has been released from Mine Mount Models: https://minemountmodels.com/shop?olsPage=products%2Fsunrise-warehouse-ho-scale-kit

You can also join the monthly FOS Scale Models Kit of the Month here: https://fosscalemodels.com/collections/kit-of-the-month-club-1

Jason Jensen has released some awesome new YouTube videos to watch, catch them here:

Making the Paper Mill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AabZ00hLj1M
Combining the Three Kits - Complex: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5qjH6d_AaM

We have a new video up on our YouTube channel here for the Foundations of Craftsman Kits.

After the Bullhorn, we talk about our current projects, projects we’re wrapping up, and ones that we’ll be starting to tear into! Todd just started his JJ Hollinger Build, Brett finished the Palzer’s build and will be starting The Terminal from FOS Scale Models.

Our Official Bench Mugs are gaining some popularity, so join in and stay warm at your workbench with the official Bench Mug! Get yours here: https://hoscalecustoms.threadless.com/

Bench Time #109: Bob Van Gelder of South River Model Works Jan 10, 2020

Show notes

This week we had a great time talking with Bob Van Gelder from South River Model Works who has created one of the most revered lines of craftsman kits in the hobby!

We talked a little about how Bob grew his business into the giant it became in model railroading and shared some laughs about the hobby and where we've all been.

We also got into a little bit of Bob's modeling career and how much of an impact his kits have made on the craftsman model railroading scene.

Enjoy this week's show, and have a great weekend!

Love the show? Consider supporting us on Patreon! This week's newest patron is Jim M!

Bench time #108: Getting Into Scenery This Week Jan 03, 2020

Show notes

This week my dad and I talked a bit about some new scenery techniques as well as a couple of new products we picked up recently to apply some static grass in a more precise fashion.

We also had a couple of announcements for our Fine Scale Bullhorn!

Mine Mount Models - Sunrise Warehouse HO Scale Kit
FOS Scale Models - Scratch Building Materials Wall Sections
FOS Scale Models - Charity Auction

Also we cover some questions as usual from our awesome Patrons! If you want to support the show and get a chance to win a kit each month, check out our Patreon Page.

Bench Time #107: The Last Episode of 2019! Dec 27, 2019

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This is the last episode of 2019... [insert sad emoji here]

We had an AWESOME year in model railroading and my Dad and I have been extremely grateful to have met a lot of our listeners, and shared some laughs and good times with all of you, whether it's online through email, messenger, our facebook page, or in person at a couple of the events we went to this year.

Join us in this final Bench Time Podcast Episode of 2019 as we model into the new year!

Have a safe and happy New Year everybody, we hope that 2020 brings even more amazing experiences for all of us!

Every listener of this show has truly made our time in this hobby the most enjoyable experience we could possibly ask for, so for that, we thank you.

Let's make 2020 EVEN BETTER!

Bench Time #106: Christmas 2019 Special Dec 20, 2019

Show notes

It's the holiday season, so we'll keep this week's episode notes brief, because the show title explains most of the episode. Join us this week as we go over some Christmas traditions, holiday train talk, deep discussions about cookies, and everything holiday-related on episode 106 of the Bench Time Model Railroading Podcast.

We want to thank Martin H. as our newest Patron!

This week's Contest Winner: Jason Sider

We're taking a 1 week break from the contest, and we'll resume everything again after the Christmas break! We also will be shipping this week's and last week's contest winners out Saturday morning (12/21).

We hope everybody has a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday and that you enjoy the time spent with your families and friends.

Bench Time #105: Our Top 5 Modeling Books & More! Dec 13, 2019

Show notes

This week we covered our top 5 favorite modeling books, which included the below books (in no particular order):

AK - Realistic Wood Effects
AK - F.A.Q. Dioramas Book - US
How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (affiliate link)
Modelling Ports and Inland Waterways (affiliate link)
Model Railroading as Art - Lance Mindheim (affiliate link)

After that, we went through our current projects as usual and had some fun talking about our upcoming plans for the layout and models.

Make sure to check out our newest YouTube Video here

Consider supporting our page here: https://patreon.com/hoscalecustoms

This Week's Contest Winner: Lynn McCurdy

This week's contest: Share a photo of your favorite Christmas or holiday decoration at your house!

Bench Time #104: New Work on Layout & Unraveling of Laughter Dec 06, 2019

Show notes

Wow, did we cover a lot this week...

From some work that Todd has been feverishly working on near the marina and waterfront, over to Brett's industrial side of the layout, we've been busy working on the layout as well as some new YouTube videos!

After our rundown of the week in work for both of our workbenches, we dove headfirst into the Patron questions and... Well, I don't think we've ever laughed as hard as we did in this episode. Hope you all get a good chuckle out of it too.

This week's Podcast Winner: Dave Salamon

This week's contest for a kit from RailroadKits.com and an HO Scale Customs Koozie is to share on our Facebook Page a photo of a tool that you have that wasn't intended to be a tool! One winner before next week's episode will be selected to win!

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