Discussion > Hazleton finished with plenty of CLEVER
I had a vague idea that I wanted to incorporate the town of Hazleton, PA into my layout in some form. The first component that anchored the area was a massive coal breaker - construction of that is here: https://morristhemoosetm.wixsite.com/rainbows/post/the-quest-for-coal (talked that one up on a previous post on this discussion forum, but it's a kitbash of at least 4 Clever kits). The next anchor was on the opposite side of the available space, the Duplan Silk Mill, which was also a novel use of the Philly Modular kit (https://morristhemoosetm.wixsite.com/rainbows/post/clever-clever-2), but I also incorporated the following Clever kits (mostly as designed) into Hazleton: Lucky's Lunch counter, the Coal Dealer, the Brick Warehouse, Plant #2, the Silver City Tool Shed, Coal and Grain Storage Silos, The Cannery, the Silver City flat, The Cream City Tool Works Buildings A&B, the 8' board fence and even a Shiner. I love how it all blended together and with additional details, the addition's a great feature on my layout. You can see some of the build history and plenty of photos of clever models in https://morristhemoosetm.wixsite.com/rainbows/post/contest-time The only structure that isn't a Clever kit or kitbash is a standard plastic Belvidere hotel kit.
February 2, 2025 |
Todd Morris

I've enjoyed using many of Clever Models "kits" in some form or fashion and enjoyed looking at what you have done with them. Fact of the matter is, I counted 18 pieces on my 4X6'4" layout using Clever Brothers' models. Keep us informed on further developments. . . .
February 2, 2025 |
Mack Bailey

Thanks Mack! Thought I'd take an overall picture of the entire addition and then the same shot with all of the Clever structures listed here: https://morristhemoosetm.wixsite.com/rainbows/post/clever-clever-3
February 4, 2025 |
Todd Morris
