A batch of Burrell scenic showmans engines produced as promotional models for the 25th anniversary of the Great Dorset Steam Fair. These were made for Les Andrews’ Milestone Models. Les had been producing Code 3 Matchbox models for many years but something special was required for the 25th anniversary. I designed the model using the maker’s plans and produced the brass patterns for the white metal casting. The model was designed as a series of sub assemblies which could be individually spray painted in different colours by Les before final assembly. This first model was very carefully designed and masters made so that further engines – whether scenics, standard showmans or road locomotives could be produced with the minimum of new patterns. This meant that the very considerable investment in the initial set of patterns could be recouped over, what would eventually prove to be, a whole series of engines with production running to well over 2000 models.