I noticed watching some British modelers on YouTube recently that when discussing Bachmann's UK products they pronounce Bachmann "BACK-mun" rather than "BOCK-mun".
Seems a bit odd, any idea why? :o
It's probably a "tomayto" (US) vs "tomahto" (UK) thing. Or someone just thought it would be funny.
Len
Well, but that sort of difference is more common with words rather than family names. Apparently all UK modelers say it that way, so I don't think it's a one-off thing or a joke.
Maybe Bachmann should add a little pronunciation reminder on it's UK "Branchline" OO trains website?
https://www.bachmann.co.uk/category/model-railway/branchline (https://www.bachmann.co.uk/category/model-railway/branchline)
So do those fellows across the pond pronounce that music guy's name "Joe Hand Back"?