Books by George Dent

Applying a weathered texture to scenery in railway modelling can bring to life the settings involved, given a sufficient understanding of the technique's nuances, as informed by this guide from Deputy Editor of "Model Rail" George Dent.

Covers a wide variety of materials and processes, and tells you everything you need to know about building model railway coaches. The author guides the reader through the necessary techniques and skills. He covers topics ranging from kit building in metal, plastic, resin and wood to 3-D printed kits and components.

Locomotive kit building remains the best route to achieving a varied range of motive power in most scales but it also retains a mystique, being associated with expert modellers and expensive tools. This title demonstrates how anyone can successfully assemble working kits with only a modicum of inexpensive equipment and experience.

The airbrush is an essential tool for modellers striving for professional-looking results. It can greatly enhance the quality of your modelling output, whether applying a full livery scheme or simply blending in areas of new paintwork. A good airbrush may offer unparalleled levels of finish and consistency.

During the twenty years in which Britain's nationalized railway operated mainline steam locomotives, a vast array of individual designs complemented the British Railways 'Standard' machines, built up to 1960.