2022 HOn3 ANNUAL: The new 2022 HOn3 Annual from White River Productions is 116 pages dedicated to HO scale narrow gauge model railroading! Inside you’ll find scratchbuilding projects explained step-by-step, great model railroad photography techniques, model detailing tips from the experts, beautiful narrow gauge layout tours, exciting prototype history from coast to coast, and much, much more.

The Best is Yet to Come

The Best is Yet to Come

Conventions have returned, and we look forward to seeing you at the National Narrow Gauge Convention in Denver in 2023!


Introduction to HO Scale Narrow Gauge

Introduction to HO Scale Narrow Gauge

HOn3 uses HO scale models that operate on 10.5mm gauge track to replicate true three foot gauge. Hobbyists going this route often build their own track, but HOn3 has always enjoyed the largest selection of pre-built turnouts and flextrack.


Scratchbuild a 24-Foot Boxcar in HOn3

Scratchbuild a 24-Foot Boxcar in HOn3

This scratchbuilt HOn3 24-foot boxcar was typical of the equipment on The Milwaukee Road’s 3-foot gauge Bellevue & Cascade subsidiary in the 1930s.


Silver City Tool Shop Plans

Silver City Tool Shop Plans

The advent of home computers and printers has dramatically changed modeling in card. You are now able to download full color detailed print outs to construct models that rival some of the most detailed kits currently available. For tips and techniques used to construct detailed paper models.


Rio Grande 30′ Refrigerator Car from Blackstone Models

Rio Grande 30′ Refrigerator Car from Blackstone Models

Blackstone has introduced the latest in their line of true-to-prototype HO narrow gauge rolling stock; the Denver & Rio Grande Western 30-foot “Short” reefer. A perennially popular prototype for narrow gauge modelers, this new car provides both variety and a bit of color to freight train consists.


Blackstone Models D&RGW Long Caboose in HOn3

Blackstone Models D&RGW Long Caboose in HOn3

The new Blackstone Models long caboose is an exceedingly accurate model of the prototype available in a ready to run form that narrow gauge modelers could only dream of a few years ago. The paint options and extra detail parts make it in a class by itself. It is the best rolling stock Blackstone has offered to date and a fine value.


More Up Clear Creek on the Narrow Gauge

More Up Clear Creek on the Narrow Gauge

More Up Clear Creek on the Narrow Gauge picks up at Part 55, and runs through Part 120, the last article in the series. The book also includes the 22 other Gazette articles that Harry wrote following the series’ conclusion. The book chronicles the final of 5 moves into the 12′ by 65′ mobile home that Harry calls “Little Colorado” and ends with the layout in its final (current) form.


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