Gorre (But not Daphetid)

[Anonymous]

George Sellios' Franklin & South Manchester is the current equal to the G&D.

There have been quite a few retrospective articles in MR and other mags on the G&D, as well as a great book by Lynn Wescott (now out of print - I got mine years ago!). Look for past issues to satisfy your interests.

Bob Boudreau

[West Coast S]

At the risk of upsetting the population, I fear these caliber of modlers no longer exist. True, we have some prolific hobbist among our ranks, who in time will accend to the throne.

It took a lot of effort and dedication for John Allen and others of similar vain to construct layouts of this cailber and I feel that is what makes them unique given the state of the hobby during this period. The things we take for granted to make our hobby easier, simply were not readily available then. [soapbox]

[route_rock]

I was perusing some G&D web sites and groups lately and all I can say is WOW! John Allen still is hands down one of the best. Now my question is where are all of the rest like him?
Does anyone have a name like Gorre and Daphetid? Something of a cute moniker? Or just a line that goes point A to point B and just represents a locale?
Plus ( this is to the MR staff reading these) How about a section on or a special on Great Model Railroads like John Allens? Lets dust off some photos and sit back and just marvel at the detail.
How about a track plan of the G&D as well. or Bruce Chubbs line. or pick a classic!