Model World (1978)

[Marine Boy]

Does anyone remember this lovely little series? Each week, Bob Symes (Shutzmann) gave tips on the best way to build models; mostly trains, but also planes I think. It was one of those beautifully simple programmes of the kind they don't seem to make anymore. The theme tune also sticks in my mind: an instrumental version of 'Boats and Trains and Planes'.

Bob is a real one-off. An amazing guy, who as far as I know is still around. He was certainly appearing at public events last year. He also has his own YT channel:

YouTube - BobSymes's Channel

[Richard1978]

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I liked his Patent Pending slot on Tomorrow's World, especially how he managed to link the demonstration of items together.

[ecofugal]

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Marine Boy
thanks for posting this.
i remember seeing this prog in the late 70s/early 80s.
the presenter always seem to me the perfect grandfather. loved his voice.
i didn't know his name though. great that he has his own YT channel!

i remember one episode he took out Polaroids of railways building for reference.

[Marine Boy]

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Yes, railways seem to have always been his first love.
He has a 1-gauge layout in his back garden!

[frame]

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I build model railways and have a number of Bobs videos

[Marine Boy]

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Do you have any pics, frame?

[frame]

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What,pics of my railway? Yes,lots of pics and videos. Let me know if you want to have a look.

[moonvisage]

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I remember Models World.I use to watch it religeously when i was young.I was heartbroken when it ended.

[DazJ32]

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I remember watching this in 1975 when I was 9 years old, It was screened I think at 8am every Sunday morning but I thought it was called Modellers World with an opening theme tune like albertross.Anyone enlighten me please.

[Marine Boy]

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Hi Daz. The only 'Modellers World' reference I can find on the net is that of a shop with the name. Bob Symes' show was definitely 'Model World'. The fact you also recall the theme as different makes me think this could be a completely different programme. Will let you know if I find out anything more.

MB

[darren]

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I remember watching this in 1975 when I was 9 years old, It was screened I think at 8am every Sunday morning but I thought it was called Modellers World with an opening theme tune like albertross.Anyone enlighten me please.

check outthis mate.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mgseBJ4gsc

i to remember this show.

i really did like it.