What size of beading to use

[Tony MartyrParticipant @tonymartyr14488]

I need to put half-round brass beading around the cab door frame and the edges of the coal bunker of my 3 1/2″ William.

The brass work is made from 1.2mm plate.

Do I use 1/16 or the larger 3/32 half-round material?

I have no idea which will look best.

Tony

[Tony MartyrParticipant @tonymartyr14488]

[61962Participant @61962]

Tony,

 

Cabside and tender side beading on full size LNER locos was typically 1 1/2″ so 3/32″ will be fine. The coal rails were heavier so 1/8″ or even 5/32″ would not be out of place for them. Use the same size for the verticals.

 

Eddie

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