Diorama and Pilot Model Designed and Constructed by Brett Gallant
A Very Special Thanks to Brian Marriott for Techical Expertise
Names, Logos, Designs and Photographs Owned and Copyright Brett Gallant
the Award Winning
HO Scale O'Neills Fabrication
A Tribute to My Friend Kevin O'Neill
1951-2013
Limited Edition Craftsman Kit Number 211
Updated with an Amazing Selection of 3D Printed Details
When you view the pictures of O'Neills remember that SierraWest kits are unique in the level and amount of detail provided. Since all four sides are fully detailed, you have a ton of flexibility in placement and view-ability.
O'Neills Fabrication is a classic early Twentieth Century business brimming with finely crafted details and prototypical activity. O'Neills evokes memories of a simpler time and would be right at home in any geographic locale. The Branchline Alley community brings their empty acetylene and oxygen tanks in to exchange them for full tanks. The small repair and welding shop inspects and repairs these returning tanks. A detailed interior includes a degreasing station to clean and prepare the valves for tank re-filling. The covered driveway leads to the large used oil storage tank and has its own unique story to tell. Read on...
The used motor oil is brought to O'Neills in 55 gallon drums from the surrounding farms and businesses. O'Neills purchases the oil for pennies a gallon then the drums are off-loaded under the covered driveway. One at a time, each drum is clamped on a tipping cradle then up-ended over the sump to drain. Next the used motor oil is pumped into the large storage tank. This oil can then be re-sold and pumped into tankers or used by the neighboring Brass and Iron Foundry to fuel their furnace.
In the manufacturing of acetylene, three main components are needed. Carbide, acetone, and distilled water. On the rear loading dock you will find Carbide (in the wooden barrels) and the Acetone (in the blue drums). These raw materials are brought in by rail while the distilled water is obtained by distilling the local water supply. The acetylene is produced and the tanks are then filled inside the main building. Oxygen tanks are filled elsewhere and exchanged at O'Neills.
The beautiful scrapping yard scene features two vertical boilers lying on their sides with their steam tubes exposed in various stages of being cut up for scrap. O'Neills is not a junkyard so you will find this detailed scene is filled with specific types of clutter including the scrapped boilers, scrapped acetylene tanks, boiler tubing, drums and bins of scrapped parts, and empty grease buckets. The covered loading dock is for the transfer of the empty and full acetylene and oxygen tanks. Locals bring their empties in and buy pre-filled tanks. The side wall of the repair shop is covered in welding hoses ready for sale or rental.
I founded SierraWest in 1995 and have been a one man operation since day one. I make everything by hand to my exacting standards and know you will be pleased with your kit! I will never sacrifice quality for speed and always provide exceptional customer service and support including fast response to emails and phone calls. I am always here if you have any questions so please feel free to contact me anytime before or after you order. Thank you sincerely for you support!
The attention to the smallest detail is evident. The story telling is paramount in the development of each new kit. Instructions are provided leading you through every phase of construction including tool selection, assembly, weathering and aging, diorama composition, and scenery creation and application. It is of the utmost of importance to me that the techniques I develop and utilize are reproducible for modelers of all experience levels. When you view the pictures of O'Neills remember this. SierraWest kits are unique in the level and amount of detail provided. Since all four sides are fully detailed, you have a ton of flexibility in placement and view-ability.
Here are just a few of the features of SierraWest kits:
- Award Winning Board on Board Modeling Techniques -
- Learn My Techniques for Multiple Types of Wood Siding,
Masonry, Windows and Doors, and Roofing Materials -
- Large Assortment of New Castings and Realistic Clutter -
- Unique, Incredibly Fine Laser Made Details -
- Comprehensive Fully Illustrated Instructions -
- Thoughtful Time-Tested Techniques that You
Can Replicate to Advance your Skills and Confidence -
- Industry First Laser Cut Jigs and Assembly Aids -
- Intricate Laser Cut Windows, Doors, and Wall Framing -
- Signs Meticulously Researched and Reproduced
for Historical Accuracy and Time Period -
- Metal Roofing, Laser Cut Shingles, and Tarpapers -
