5 inch gauge Britannia "Western Star"

A well-built 5 inch gauge Britannia "Western Star" which has come in recently as part of a collection of locomotives, including the fine LNER V1 currently listed, an LNER A4 and GWR 57XX.

Workmanship is to a high standard throughout. Fit and finish of the motionwork and valve gear is particularly good, nicely detailed with taper pinned collars and pinned, castellated nuts.

Paintwork is in generally good condition, with some wear and minor paint loss in places.

The pictures opposite were taken this week, the last picture - of the locomotive in steam - was taken some years ago and kindly sent to us by the builder.

Complete with a pair of custom built transport crates.