YVES - Thank you, I'll send Mr. Mann an email
Alan - Totally agree - My modelling progression - 3 rail O - first train set in the late 70s, N - built a small layout with my late grandfather, 15 year absence from the hobby, G - USA Trains got me hooked on large scale, had to sell it all to make room for two beautiful little girls, HO - currently in the process of selling because of my eyes, 2 rail O - like HO on steroids, large enough to handle and see, small enough to put around the Christmas tree.
Will - thought about that, and its still a possible option
Rick - painfully aware - I've been involved in 3D printing for 20+ years....cut my teeth on the second SLA250 sold in the state of Florida (number one went to Lockheed Martin). Our department currently has a Fortus 450, Dimension 1200, two Objet 24s and a Connex 350.... Z height resolution and part finishing used to be the bane of my existence (current role is, unfortunately, less hands on). Looking at the various 3D printing service bureaus is what got me thinking about short run production instead. Cost is reasonable per part, actually cheaper than printed, as long as I can find buyers for the remaining 999 parts LOL.
Thanks for the input!
Tom
