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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by Jetrock Small layouts that have a lot of structures & scenery, due to a lack of "free running space" and wanting to make the most out of every square inch, probably cost more per square foot (given a similar level of detail, etc.) than large layouts because larger layouts can have those "slack" areas without a ton of expensive detail. [/quote] I think this point is right on target. A lot has to do with your individual style and modeling subject. Filling even a small layout with superdetailed urban scenery is going to get expensive, while you can fill the same space with desert or prairie for a lot less money (and less time, if that's an issue) I think limiting myself to a specific year, prototype, locale, etc. has helped curb impulse purchases. I think velocity also has a lot to do with it - that is, spending $10,000 over 10 years is a lot differerent than doing everything the quick, out-of-the-box way over 1 year. You'll get a lot more enjoyment (which is what we're really buying here) by stretching it out. One of my interests is scratchbuilding structures, which has a pretty low cost per hobby hour. It might take a month of evenings to complete a building that could be done in kit form in a night or two. And the scratchbuilt version will normally end up costing less. I guess if n = cost of a model railroad and t = time spend enjoying myself, than t/n = (a lot less per hour than professional stress management therapy).
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