There are different degrees of rivet counting, don't bad mouth all of us!
"Railroad Prototype Modelers" are a more accurate representation of 90% of counters, They build what they want, how they want it. They might not buy a BB Athern and slap it on the rails, but don't give a hoot if you do. They'll take any model (including P2K, Kato, etc..) and make it more prototype specific, add a few better quality details- check out a diesel with the new Canon fans, they are fantastic! It's just a progression, we all got into model RR'ing, it's just another step. If you're happy with what you have, then be happy!
The other 10% are found in EVERY hobby, there are a couple on this board ! Either they have the money or anal retentive attitude to have something perfect, or they don't have anything but can tell you exactly what is wrong with yours. My other hobby is old Mopars, but "counters" are not limited to brands. Go to any car show and there will be a couple guys walking around together pointing out the flaws on every car. Wrong vinyl for the seat covers, wrong air cleaner, that should be cadmium plated not painted, etc.. But if you're in that hobby, you're probably just there to drive your car and have fun!
Ignore them and move on, regardless of what you're doing!!
