What gauge wire would you use for limbs on a pine tree? I know N and HO people use 28 gauge but would that be the same for O?
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28 to 30 gauge will work. I have seen it used for other types of trees and pine trees as well. Best wishes.
Dave
It all depends upon how much current you need. How many amps? 
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Thank you Dave!
No problem!
@SteveH posted:Well that was sappy.
Aww, don't needle him.
Ignore his smarty-pants answer, He's just a cone head!
Agreed. They do look great. Nice job.
I’ve been modeling pine trees that are commonly found in the southern US. There is a great YouTube video called “ Scratch building southern pine trees in o scale.”
Good luck with the trees.
What size do you use for tree trunks and branches?
I make my trunks out of cuttings from a crepe Myrtle, usually between 5 to 10 inches tall. I’ll whittle the cutting down to between 1/4 to 1/2 inch diameter and tapering toward the top. We have a lot of pines in Easter NC so I will look at them and make my branches accordingly.
