Norman Cole Sr "O" scale layout
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All Comments (40)
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Peter, thank you for that wonderful video. How fortunate for all of us that you were able to document Norm's life long passion through his magnificent layout. What history - How beautifully laid out by your video and Norm's narrative. I watched the video then saw the notice of his passing. 20 minutes ago I did not know this man existed... Now I am typing this with a tear in my eye. Well done...
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norm was a true craftsman i only wish i had the skills this man possessed i have a lotta trains mostly post war but my trains dont compare imagine being a kid n this was ur dad or grand pa thanks for sharing this with us
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That was without a doubt the best train video I have seen. I know a guy like Norm who was a lifelong craftsman. It's sad to hear of his passing but it seems he was able to really persue a life long passion that a lot of folks do not get to realize. Thanks for sharing the video. -TM
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How wonderful is this layout, and all that fine work that was able to be shared with us here. I really enjoyed seeing the Eastern equipment he had, and especially the Pennsy T-1. If you're watching Norm, I want to thank you for the tour. And of course, Thank You to PeterinPa.
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Amazing history, beautiful engineering, tastefully laid out.
The most beautiful train setup I’ve seen. I know many of them are beautiful, but there’s something I really like about this one. Wonderful straight away with awesome perspective, slow banking corners, unbelievable history and dedication. Wow!
Thankyou for sharing.
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Thank you for saving a part of Norm on this video. I have been in this hobby for 40+ years, and when you meet someone like Norm you just want to sit and listen to the history and the stories they have because you know once they have passed on their knowledge is likely lost for eternity. R.I.P.
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As a friend from church, I never got to see this layout but he told me about it many times. Rest in peace Norm.
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I was fortunate enough to know Norm and operate his wonderful railroad. Actually, I was a guest on more than one occasion. Norm was a perfect gentleman and a hall of fame modeler. RIP.
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What an amazing man and modeler, rest in peace.
It is with great sadness that I must report that Norm passed away on Jan 7, 2012. He was a great person and a wonderful modeler. It was my pleasure to meet with him on several occasions. A life long railroader he had a million stories, all were interesting. Rest in Peace Norm.
PeterInPa 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
He was getting up in age and his health was starting to go down hill so he decided rather than leaving this huge layout for his kids to have to deal with he would take it down. It's been down for a coulpe of years and everything was sold execpt for a couple of pieces he wanted to keep. I'm happy to say he's still kicking though!
PeterInPa 10 months ago