Generic Hornby Username Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 As mentioned in the thread title, the entire range of Bassett-Lowke has been moved to outlet. This is an interesting move on Hornby's part. I would not be surprised if this signals the end of the Bassett-Lowke brand. That or a relaunch is imminent, but I find that doubtful. There has been no new information To opine a little... I admire the aim of expanding the appeal of model railways, but I am unconvinced that ventures like this are the way. By contrast, TT:120 and HM7000 seem like the far-superior method of growing the company. I'm planning my first layout because of those two wonderful new product ranges. They hooked in this guy in his mid-twenties. Ease of use, affordability, and compact size make these Hornby ranges incredibly attractive. Moderators, apologies if this has already been noted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Stiles Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 But in Bargain Hunters land, anything other than the mutated locos could be easily brought back to normality with a knife and a paint brush. So there are some bargains to be had there if you want to do some work on them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill7437 Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 I am not a bit surprised !!! Whoever decided on the marketing of this terrible insult to the memory of W.J.Bassett-Lowke should bear the cost of thisunhappy incident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellocoloco Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 Not surprised either but it was a bold move and definitely worth ago.The question now is, should we all order one to stick unopened at the back of the attic and forget about it for 30 years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 12, 2023 Share Posted May 12, 2023 There'll be people selling 1.1L Ford Escorts laughing here!!A good one is never less than a 5-figure sum now!Mexico? 30k is normal!Never had anything against an Escort growing up, but never considered them 'special' at the time.These weird, recent Bassett-Lowke models interest me much less than an ordinary 'Essie' did in the day, but as you say, stranger things ...Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ73 Posted May 15, 2023 Share Posted May 15, 2023 Well I got ordered 1 Loco (The BL2001 Leander - Steampunk Steam Locomotive) & 2 rolling stock (BL4001 Thermopile Impulsion Tea Coach & BL6002 Hatter Milliner Wagon) all for £6:18!!! & how Did I managed that - Well the Loco was £43.00 reduced to £22.00, the Wagon was £19.99 reduced to £10.99 & the Carriage was £20.99 reduced to £11.99. Then I had £38.25 worth of Hobbies point to use, also I had a 10 % discount code to use aswell.I thought I had done quite well there!!! 🙂🚂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew Man Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 I think you wasted your money, (and reward points) JJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill7437 Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 Hear hear - just total rubbish, why these things were ever brought to fruition one will never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Fred Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 I have seen them advertised in some odd places, but didn't take much notice of them - are they a going concern or just static. I suppose they could present as a conversation piece, and if so the price is right, better bargain as a conversation piece than that monstrosity from Bradford Exchange that I nearly got conned into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTSR_NSE Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 What is the purpose/usefulness in telling someone that you don’t value a purchase they have made? (Genuine question - I really don’t understand) **Hornby (and other manufacturers) make a range of products, of which I only have interest in a few particular items. Obviously I won’t consider spending even a penny on anything that I have no interest in. However I certainly don’t expect manufacturers to only produce items that interest me, (completely unprofitable for them & unaffordable for me) so naturally I don’t begrudge anyone else purchasing items that interest them.** Edit - I can see 1 instance when this could be useful, if a friend/family member asked me directly if I liked something - then I would obviously be honest & say that I was unable to appreciate it. But even then, if they appreciated it - I certainly wouldn’t begrudge them that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What About The Bee Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 Thank you LT&SR_NSE! That is very well put. I do not like everything in the Hornby range but I can certainly understand if someone likes a model I do not. The world certainly does NOT revolve around my preferences. A perfect example is modern era. Anything diesel or electric holds less than zero interest for me. But are there enthusiasts? Yes sir, there are. I respect that and wish them all the best.Hi JJ. I hope you enjoy your Bassett Lowke models and I do look forward to your review of them! Have fun JJ!!Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 TBH, the best I can say of them is they're something to buy a teenager to vent their frustration on before sitting down to dinner!!Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilbo2 Posted May 16, 2023 Share Posted May 16, 2023 One word - Marmite wink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ73 Posted May 17, 2023 Share Posted May 17, 2023 @ Brew Man & Bill7437 :- I don't think so, just a bit of fun - some thing different - out of the ordinary!!! 🚂@ Bee :- Hi - This will be the 2nd B. L. Loco & Rolling Stock I'll be getting (if you want to see the 1st Review of my 1st B. L. Loco & Rolling Stock then please Click here :- 🚂) I'll be doing the review hopefully in the next 4 or 5 days or as soon as they get delivered to me!!! & yes I will have fun as always - Thanks Bee 🚂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What About The Bee Posted May 17, 2023 Share Posted May 17, 2023 Hi JJNow your selection makes even more sense JJ. You already had some Bassett Lowke Steampunk and decided to add some more. I did enjoy your review. I do hope you got rid of that bump on your test track. That bump will damage your Hornby kit. I had no idea the locomotives were die cast! Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ73 Posted May 18, 2023 Share Posted May 18, 2023 Thank you Bee - i think I'll be ok with that 'Bump' - Only a few Loco slightly touch it as they go past - Nothing goes fast on my Test Track as it is only a short piece of Track!!! Yep as I said in my vid - the top half is die cast!!! 🚂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ73 Posted May 23, 2023 Share Posted May 23, 2023 My Video is now up on line for those of who are interested 🚂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilbo2 Posted May 23, 2023 Share Posted May 23, 2023 Interesting to see them in your video, just not my cup of tea though, in fact I don't get the range at all. Must be an age thing! hushed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ73 Posted May 24, 2023 Share Posted May 24, 2023 Thank you for watching gilbo2 - nothing to get really - just a bit of fun...🚂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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