That's it . . . the last 5% no one else does. I have found that phenomenon to be true across many different industries and pursuits. When it comes to prototypical accuracy, that kind of thinking and tuning is what makes GGD and 3rd Rail so special and different. Thank you Jonathan (and Scott and the 3rd Rail team)!!!
It's not too different from my full-time work as an architect. The details make or break a project. We have settled into a routine where the overseas designers do the lion's share of the work and I am able then to focus on the details. It has worked out well. I can't say it will always be perfect but being able to really get into the weeds on things like font serifs, font kerning, colors, and other details has proven to be much more rewarding than years past.
Totally off topic, but Superliners are in the works and with the input of Amtrak's brand manager, I am really excited for how much emphasis has been placed on accurate graphics even if it means a lot of extra hours.
Now for a full NdeM train. I would love to see the 6-wheel trucked Budd Sleepers in NdeM as well as several of the other cars. Maybe if there is a second run? As an aside the last paint scheme many of these cars wore was the classic NdeM scheme with must "MEXICO" in the large lettering in the center. So interesting and fun.
