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About Philip Webb

Chairman of the International Society of Meccanomen

By popular request

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Philip Webb

I’ve produced a couple of manuals now for people wanting to build a 1/10th scale trailer in Meccano, but that begs the question – when will we see a truck to pull them? My publisher has been encouraging me to … Continue reading →

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Latest manual now arriving

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Philip Webb

Just a note to mention that the latest construction manual from these studios is now complete. If the publisher likes it it should be out soon!

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“I have seen the future…”

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Philip Webb

http://lastgadgetstanding.com/2015ceslgs/meccanoid/ Well, this is interesting! Lots of <likes> on Facebook for this brand new departure for Meccano, plus the predictable “why can’t Meccano stick to proper metal stuff and leave the plastic to Lego?” In fact Meccano has always been … Continue reading →

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We’re all Doomed!

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Philip Webb

It’s panto time! Oh yes it is! Every pantomime needs a good villain, so how about this one – Dr Doom himself, aka Vincent von Doom, the arch nemesis of the Fantastic Four from Marvel Comics. I realised recently that … Continue reading →

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Time for a new car ….

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Philip Webb

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I’ve built a lot of truck models and vehicle mechanisms but not that many cars over the years, so I thought I’d put that right. But what about a subject? Well, there is one – a theme, in fact – … Continue reading →

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Maker Faires

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Philip Webb

I recently came across the phenomenon of “Maker Faires”. They aren’t big (yet) in my country but they seem to be spreading around the world. Have you been to one? Born in America, the movement simply encourages individuals to make … Continue reading →

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Good news from Sheffield

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Philip Webb

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They must be doing something right in the Sheffield area – maybe it’s the ease of access from the motorways – maybe it’s the quality parking or the excellent food – or maybe it’s just a great place to meet … Continue reading →

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Summer Leaves, Autumn Comes

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Philip Webb

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A bit quiet on the blogging front lately, but not in the hobby room. The “Henley Gathering” came and went as always, and once again a gloriously sunny day – it usually is! Lots of great models to enjoy as … Continue reading →

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All done for another year

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Philip Webb

So there we are for another year – the Meccanomen and (women) of Skegex have packed up their tents  and stolen away into the night …  It really is a mammoth operation to put on a show that size but … Continue reading →

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Hildred’s Shopping Centre, Skegness

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Philip Webb

First pictures arrived this morning via Drop Box of the Skegness display of Meccano models that I provided for Meccano UK’s  advertising agency, currently filling a vacant shop window in the Hildred’s Centre. Thanks to Red Brick for these! Looking … Continue reading →

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