On behalf of all of us, we’re really proud of what you’ve accomplished! Starting out as super basic but usable rolling stock, and now a BEAUTIFUL scale model of a locomotive that’s obnoxious to make? We’re proud of you Sam, and hope you can continue to make more of these beautiful projects in the future haha

Who else remembers when Sam thought he couldn’t do something like this!? Fantastic job and a fantastic result.

Took one look at the thumbnail, and i knew we were in for a treat - great to see it fully decorated and running - very smart livery. Once again you amaze us again! Great video sam

Beautiful little loco. I can’t believe how you’ve learned to make top-quality models in such a short space of time. You really should start your own company. For your next project, I think it could be something from the North Staffordshire Railway since nobody’s ever made a model of a NSR loco before.

Finally the LNWR Problem class is finally finished, you did a absolutely wonderful job on making this Sam :) Cheers Jasper & Willow

I don't know how to express my happiness and amazement, the locomotive turned out majestic. You really are one of the best youtubers dedicated to this.

You really hit it out of the park with this, Sam. This is an excellent piece of work considering it's a one-man job, and the researching and testing makes it even better. Years of working with existing models clearly left a good impression on this. Regards, Samuel Farris.

These design and build series are rapidly becoming my favourites of your videos. I really love the increase in fidelity with each model you produce. can't wait to see what's next

Transfers can best be applied on a gloss surface; after which you can still varnish them with satin/matt or gloss. Whichever you prefer! Microsol/microset can help on rough surfaces to soften and set the decals in place. Lovely build!

Something that you can be really proud of. A magnificent piece of work and well worth the effort. If I owned a large commercial company on the look out for an opportunity I would be knocking on your door! Thank you for sharing the process with us all, it really has been enjoyable watching it all come together.

If I didn't know this was 3-D printed, I would've thought it was a commercially made model. Great job on the design, production, and decoration!

Very impressive indeed Sam, you should be proud of that. Couple of things I have found out when doing decals / painting: 1) Decals need either an unpainted shiny plastic or a high gloss surface to properly sit on. Get yourself a good quality gloss varnish to go over the decal area first. 2) You mention using a sharpie for the nameplate (good outcome that), also have a look at paint pens. I have used Posca with success (available with very fine nibs). Best

This loco looks absolutely beautiful. Well done Sam. Your idea with the sharpie is what I use to add colour to older models which don’t have the cab details painted. So much easier than using a paint brush.

Months of work, and this must have been so rewarding in the end Sam. You're selling yourself a bit short perhaps. She just looks stunning. On camera little niggles might show but she just looks fabulous. She really does. And what a leap up here. Especially the sheen is actually spot on as well; accidental perhaps, but just exactly right. I use cotton swaps to roll out air traps from transfers (don't push!) but specially bigger ones usually are a real annoyance and quite often do require more than one attempt. Yeah very annoying but that's how it often is. To remedy gaps, just use modelling putty Sam. Also remember that in physics, pulling requires less effort than pushing in similar circumstances. The latter adds to overcoming more friction. It's just how it works in physics and often explains some differences in performance at reversing. The single big wheel simply adds to the problem I suppose, lol. From both of us; well deserved compliments 👍 👍 👍 Cheerio.

You have done amazing work, Sam. You should be very proud. Can’t wait to see what your next project is

I have to say, the 3D locos you make are absolutely marvelous. They go to the length of realism. Given you started out small with the manning wardle, and those freelance designs, you have certainly grown up in that sense. Well, we've focused on Old Copernob, Gladstone, GER 552, and Problem. Guess we need a fifth loco to join the team...

Apologies for the lots of separate comments, dodging kids means I have to watch these in stages! Tips for painting… When painting coaches I use a fully gloss varnish (nice and shiny) for 2 layers, then apply the transfers and a final layer of satin varnish (I used windsor and Newton Acrylic Varnish) gives a nice shiny, satin finish but not too shiny As for embossed lettering, I use citadel black, wipe the paint off on the side of the pot and use the side of the brush perfectly flat across the top, it will paint the top of detail and leave the background uncoloured Hope this helps, great job on this, love the lining on the tender especially

It’s incredible to see how much you’ve improved in terms of 3D printed models, from your first open wagons, that ugly 4-4-0 you made and now this, it is a beautiful model you made Sam, and you should be very proud of it and I’m interested to see your next project, maybe a bigger engine with actual bogeys? Great vid as always

This is really impressive. Yes it's not a professional model but I believe that most of your viewers, myself included, would be more than satisfied if we were able to produce a model this good. The vents on the splashers particularly stand out for me. Other modellers tips all say to apply a gloss or semi gloss finish before applying decals, a matt or satin varnish can then be used to dull down the gloss to the level you require. A little more time and effort but helps eliminate silvering and air bubbles.

Gotta give yourself more credit. This looks amazing and you’ll definitely get better over time. Your custom locomotives and rolling stock need their own Sam’s Trains custom packaging

One thing I recommend for the decals having bubbles beneath them (also known as "silvering" in scale modeling terms) is to use decal solutions like Micro Set/Sol and Humbrol Decalfix, what they do is softening the decals so it conforms better to more bumpy surfaces.

Transfers, do a coating of gloss varnish under them, this gives a smooth surface for the Transfer to stick to. Thus reducing the chance of air bubbles getting under the Transfer, preventing silvering. You can then spray your preferred varnish finish over the top, helping to seal the lot in. But mainly, what a great job, I wish I could have one!

Fantastic model you've made here! You can justly feel proud of this one 🙂

I rarely comment on videos but am totally impressed with what you have accomplished! What would make it better? Sprung buffers! I jest, but only because you make a point of testing them all the time. I’ve seen lots of comments on the decals and how to improve on that, all very supportive. Thanks for including us in this journey.

This takes the term "Scratch Building" to a new level. Locos that never got produced by the "toy" makers can now be kit produced.

Blow your own trumpet Sam! What a wonderful result!

Outstanding, I am in awe. Well done. With a single large driverloco a 24v motor works fine. I replaced a Triang single with a modern 24v motor and the running became more closer to prototype and smooth and powerful. You did a spectacular job on this Sam.

I'm amazed again at how much you improve with every loco. The learning curve you go through is super steep. And I loved to see this new project.

On a operating track in public, it is grade 'A'. Close up and in hand, grade 'C'. Mechanically with a small consist, as would be its normal operating condition, grade 'A'. Back in it's normal operating condition of 2 to 5 double axial cars it works fine. I don't know why most modern operators try to build up trains with loads of trains of 60 years later which still stall out. A very pleasant prototype.

You did a great job paining the locomotive Sam, don’t be so hard on yourself; I think you did great. Keep up the great content, and the great work you do for the model railroad community.

Sam, your projects are amazing and you do yourself a disservice every time you compare your loco decoration to what a factory can produce. Genuinely in awe of this amazing project. If I could design in CAD to even 10% of what you can do, I'd be pleased with myself. Good idea on re-visiting Copper knob in resin. The 552 would be superb in resin too. Well done again.

Well done Sam. Thank you so much for picking my favourite LNWR locomotive and promoting the LNWR to a wider audience.

Saw the thumbnail, its just amazing! You've outdone yourself once again Sam! Really love that green livery. Keep making locomotive Sam, they're great!

Absolutely brilliant, love it I couldn’t fault you keep going

At only your fifth loco model, you've done amazingly well,Sam. If you could crack the decorating side and the sprung buffers, you'd nail it!

Wow! What a great job! Well done! Really fun to watch!

It turned out amazing! Your 3D printed locos are really nice!

We used to call this scratch building back in the day and you're smashing it! Top job slipper lad.

This is a lovely loco, all of your locomotives are beautiful!!

I had no idea these engines were painted green! I always assumed they were always in lined black like most other LNWR engines I've seen pictures of. This model looks like something I would see in a museum! Such an amazing scratchbuild. I would suggest using crushed coal instead of a 3D printed coal load for your next steam loco build. I want to see you make a diesel or electric locomotive/railcar in the near future.

Simply amazing work mate! These locomotive are getting better and better. Can’t wait to see the next one

An amazing job sam 👏 well done my friend. The loco is something to be very proud of . Good work sir 👏

Fantastic job. Democratising production like this is really good for the hobby because it’s long been at the mercy of corporations who see their customers as a sponge to extract all the money they can from, just because the key demographic is thought to have masses of disposable income. Admittedly, it’s not for everyone, and the initial outlay for equipment and materials is quite steep, but I’d loved to see more people in this hobby attempt their own rolling stock and even engines. Please carry on with this sideline on this channel!

I think the finish has a faded weathered look to it. I think the results are excellent! You should be very proud of yourself. A very nice model that would look great on a period layout. I remember seeing scratch built locomotives many years ago, made out of necessity because they weren’t commercially available. Well done Sam!

Awesome job Sam! Great videos as always, so glad I descovered your site some years ago. Thanks. P in Canada.

I think Mike Sharman will be looking down with a smile on his face! A great model.

Well done, Sam!! It looks so good!

Train art - it’s an engineering BEAUTY. Thanks for sharing this

Seeing three different locos you made yourself running along the line really is heartwarming. You're a right little Awdry now, aren't ya? I think all you need to give a try at now is kitbashing.

Sam it looks FANTASTIC, i can't believe you made it so well, it looks so good! So happy that you are doing these locomotives!

Great effort - looks terrific!

Excellent work, Sam!!!

Blown away! You are making something most of us can only dream, and improving each time. Keep it up - loving these videos :)

Excellent job Sam, looks amazing well done again 👍

Amazing work, well done. Onwards and upwards.

Wow! Honestly that is your best model yet! Keep up the great work!

Impressive! I doff my hat and salute your modeling skills and patience. Each of your projects has been better than the last. The learning process has got to be exciting!

That is the nicest loco I've seen. Fantastic job!

What a fantastic job, well done!

Really enjoyed watching you design and build this. Keep them coming 👍

Haha I'm so happy you like it, I'm sure Chloe will too. Anyway I do hope you have the Coca-cola tram review ready for Christmas! :)

Wow!! That’s amazing! I would never have been able to pull something like that off!! I thought the unpainted version was good but this is off the scale good!! If I had to pick one of your trains from your collection to be mine then I’m picking that in a heartbeat. Watch out Hornby there’s a new legend in town!!

Incredible detail Sam. Really good job.

Best one yet, great design plenty of detail and great fit and finish. Great video thanks.

Sam, you are completely leading the way. This is incredible.

Christmas was just around the corner. Up and down the country, people were getting into the Christmas spirit. It was no exception in this cozy house in Derbyshire, where our dear Sam lives. ‘Sam, I’m back from Christmas shopping!’ yelled a middle-aged woman from the doorstep, it was Sam’s loving mother. On her arms were bags full of colourful Christmas goodies. ‘Wow, is it December already? Time really does fly.’ Sam said as he climbed down the loft ladders. He could barely contain his excitement! It only seemed like yesterday when he was ramming the Heljan Hymek into a sea of polystyrene balls. Had it nearly been a year? This year had been amazing for both him and his channel. Getting to handle Awdry’s original Thomas model, what could’ve been better than that? That was only one of the many great things he’d done this year. ‘Mother, is that what I think it is?’ Sam pointed at a giant red box buried underneath some decorative candles. He could make out some golden letters on the box. ‘Ugh, I was hoping to give this to you as a surprise! Nevermind,’ chuckled his mother, ‘You’re just like those eagle-eyed viewers who could tell what model boxes you have from a mile away, but with food!’ Sam couldn’t help but laugh. It was a frightfully accurate comparison. Sam’s mouth began to water as he admired the red box. On it with shiny golden letters read ‘Lindt Advent Calendar 2023’. Sam had always enjoyed chocolate, with Lindt being his absolute favourite brand. ‘Ding dong’, came the sound of the doorbell. Sam rushed to open the front door, a blonde girl wrapped her arms around him. ‘Sam, are you ready for us to spend our third Christmas together?*Apologies if this is inaccurate.*’ she whispered into the ear of her handsome boyfriend. ‘I should get back to filming,’ Sam told Chloe softly, ‘Want to get that Coca-cola tram review out this year!’ Chloe squeezed Sam’s hands tightly, she wanted to spend more time with Sam, but she understood that Sam’s job is important. He mustn’t disappoint his audience! Sam’s mother yawned lazily on the armchair, ‘All that Christmas shopping has tired me,’ she mumbled. ‘I’ll go upstairs for a nap.’ Chloe was now left all alone. Her eyes darted around the living room. What was something interesting to do? She giggled when she saw the medieval soldier costume folded neatly in a cupboard. Somehow, she had not spotted it there before. A 22-year-old Sam had once been in that outfit for a Halloween video. Earlier this year, she watched that video with him to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of his main channel. That was a fun video to film. Making videos with Sam is fast becoming one of their favourite activities together. Chloe’s tummy made an awful growl. She hadn’t eaten anything all afternoon! She went instinctively into the kitchen, hoping to make something to eat. What caught her attention, however, was the box of Lindt chocolate on the pantry. She was sure that Sam would not mind her taking a few. The naughty girl carefully slid the box open... ‘Hey, fancy seeing you here,’ came a voice from the kitchen door. Chloe’s hands flew behind her back to hide the box of chocolates. It was Carrot, one of Sam’s sisters. ‘I’m just checking what food we have left,’ Chloe stammered. Carrot took a spoon of yogurt from the fridge and left. She didn’t doubt Chloe one bit! After all, Chloe is such a wonderful chef. Carrot and Sam both secretly hoped Chloe could come and cook for their family every day. Even Sam’s signature dish, the Modelrailwayman’s Broth, isn’t a patch compared to what Chloe can make. With Carrot gone, Chloe quickly popped a few pieces of chocolate into her mouth. Yum, they were delicious! She could replace them afterwards. Sam would be completely oblivious. A few days later, it was time for Sam to open the first window of the advent calendar. Oh no, the silly girl had forgotten to put the chocolates back! Whatever would her boyfriend say? Chloe crossed her fingers, dreading Sam’s reaction. In the nick of time, she remembered the knight costume she’d seen, ‘Hey Sam, would you look at that?’ said Chloe, pointing at the costume. Sam let go of the box of chocolates. He was amazed to see that awful outfit again. He thought his mother had thrown it away ages ago! ‘Sam, would you mind putting this on?’ pleaded Chloe. Sam gave his girlfriend a funny look, what a weird request! Being the kind man he is, he would simply do anything for the love of his life, so he grabbed the costume and retreated to the bathroom. ‘Chocolates, chocolates, where can I find chocolates?’ Chloe thought furiously. She slipped her hands into her pockets mindlessly. Golly! There were some of her homemade chocolates! She quickly slid open the box, popping her sweets into the empty slots. Sam marched into the room in his Halloween outfit. ‘H...h...how do I look?’ he whispered humorously. Chloe handed him the advent calendar. Without a second glance, Sam ripped into the first partition. Chloe watched in silence as Sam munched joyfully on her homemade piece. ‘Hmm, did Lindt change their formula?’ Sam murmured. Chloe’s face fell, he had noticed after all. Would Sam be mad with her for stealing his food? Would he decide to break up with her? ‘This taste even better than last year! The workers at Lindt deserve a pay rise!’ Sam went on, giving Chloe a wink. Chloe let out a huge sigh of relief. She looked thoughtfully at the mistletoe hang high up above the door, as Sam planted a nice warm kiss on her cheeks. Has she successfully fooled Sam? We will leave that to the reader to decide.

Sam, you have been an inspiration in designing and building this model. I think you have been too hard on yourself with “Sam’s your model review”. What an a achievement! You not only the talk with your always consistent and considered model reviews, you clearly “walk the walk” in your understanding of what makes a great model locomotive that is also value for money.

The only very minor but important thing I can note is the fact that when you look through the driving wheel, you can see the opposite driving wheel through the non-existent boiler. A bit ironic really because most commercial locos some years ago were criticised for an inability to see daylight UNDER the boiler! Nonetheless, a brilliant model, Sam. At 81, my modelling days are coming to a close. Yours are burgeoning wonderfully!

This is mental! You're becoming better and better with Model making! if I could give you a idea, perhaps a diesel? like not expres but just a small little box diesel shunter, it would be a simple body so you could add more details along the body?

Brilliant job it looks stunning

Ah sam. Love this ❤ well done!

"I doubt I'll ever produce a perfect model." he says. I say boulderdash! That Problem Class looks and runs amazing for a model you've designed and built in the attic. Come on mate, give yourself some more credit, if this is what you can do now I want to see what you'll do next. Look out Hornby/Bachman/Dapol, modelers like Sam are about to give you a run for your money.

Great Job! Absolutely beautiful.

It's so very good looking. Your skill shows through. I love the look of these single wheel flyers, they look like they are going fast just standing still. 🏆

That is just amazing!

WOW 😍 I'm blown away and I feel like since Gladstone your models look better and better. This one I'd say is clearly my favorite. The shade of green looks very elegant. Easily the best model you have built. If I would have a printer I would instantly buy the design, although my painting skills are sub-par. If you would sell it pre-assembled you would at least sell one (for me). Congratulations Sam, this masterpiece looks gorgeous and for the price it is quite evolutionary 👍 I prefer the enclosed cab, but it's understandable why you went with the as built condition to show off the details in there

Very impressive!! Sam, you did well.

You've excelled yourself; well done.

Genuinely amazing work, so so impressive. I know you've got your long list of projects to do and this would be insanely ambitious but I think seeing a really big engine like a garrett would be a cool way to take the 3D printed loco concept to the next level. Food for thought. Again tho, love this one so much.

Well done Sam, this model looks fabulous!

love this!

That is so much more than just "okay". It is absolutely GORGEOUS, even larger-than-life-size on my monitor. I appreciate your honesty in scoring this as you would any commercial product, but the score seems low to me. Jason Shron, owner of Rapido Trains, had a modest start (but high standards, and a delightful and righteous madness) - and look what he has achieved today. There is nothing holding you back from greatness.

I absolutely adore this locomotive, it’s beautiful with its livery, and the 2-2-2 wheel base is just amazing.

cracking job...looks great

Awesome vid Sam, looks fantastic! Again, so pleased I could help you! 😊

You should be very proud. That looks excellent. I think you've underrated it. Superb job!

Great job! Your skills are really developing and the move to resin is paying off big time - this is your best loco yet, and a fantastic prototype to boot! You can be justifiably proud of this model. More pre-grouping please!

Wow. WOW. This model is genuinely brilliant!! I can sense Accurascale shivering in their seats...

Looks absolutely fantastic, Sam!!!! Great work! Looking forward to building a similar!!!!

Well done Sam! Looks amazing, and not an easy locomotive to reproduce either.

Lovely yet again sam you should be very proud of your self watching these three locos you built yourself running around is a joy and from a distance you can't tell the difference 👍

I am impressed. Well done Sam. It looks really good.

Fabulous Job, it looks really good and a very well built chassis and mechanism too. We've gone on for years about having details like daylight under the boiler, but daylight through the boiler? You're leading the industry Sam!🤣😂🤣

I love the look of those old single drive wheeled locos... you have done a great job creating this piece of kit. - Cheers 🚂

Looks great to me, very convincing, Love the openwork on the driving wheel splasher. So great to live in this era of a new kind of scratch-building to make any model that takes your fancy. You may have an idea of what to do next, but it struck me looking at the old Era 1 locos that Hackworth's 0-6-0 "Derwent" for the Stockton and Darlington, while being a last gasp of the old colliery locomotive design, would be big enough to put in a pokey motor and flywheel, and look awesome with a rake of chauldrons.

That’s so Amazing Sam👍

Just one improvement I can suggest Sam. You can see light through the driving wheels where there should be a boiler in the way

It looks great!

Great work Sam - looks fantastic! Would love to see it with a couple of cab crew!

The loco would tremendously benefit from a glossy finish! A superb job!