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Review of Train Layouts of Norm Charbonneau BLU-RAY ONLY [DISCONTINUED]

 5 of 5 (1)
Norm Charbonneau has become the leader for realism in 3-rail scale O gauge layouts. From his life-like scenery to the weathering techniques of his highly-detailed structures to the incredible realistic look of his scale locomotives and cars - Norm is the new high-bar setter in O gauge 3-rail layouts. Norm has even gained a following among O scale 2-railers - a very demanding group.

In looking through the viewfinder to film Norm's layout, you actually think - at least for a moment or two - you're filming real trains. Over the past ten years we have documented each of his three layouts and covered his transition from hi-rail to 3-rail scale.

The first layout was shot in 2008 in standard definition and is part of this disc's bonus content.

The second two layouts, shot in 2012 and 2018, are presented here as they were meant to be seen and heard - in glorious high definition picture with re-mastered stereo audio and optional 5.1 Surround Sound.

Additional bonus f

Overall rating for this DVD? 5 Star Excellent
4 Star Very Good
3 Star Good
2 Star Fair
1 Star Poor

The rest is optional but appreciated.

In your opinion, how was the narration level? There was no narration.
Just enough.
Could have used more.
A little too much.
Way too much.
Narration can be turned off.

Aside from the content of the DVD, how would you rate the image quality (sharpness, camera steadiness, etc)? Poor.
A little rough around the edges.
Good.
Excellent!

How would you rate the VALUE of this video? Overpriced for the amount of enjoyment I got out of it.
Seemed a little high, but not too bad.
Fair.
Good value.
Excellent value!

Last question. Would you recommend this DVD to others? Definitely not!
Not unless they REALLY were interested in the subject matter.
Yes
Definitely.
A "Must Have"!

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