The rods themselves should be square section but I don't have enough to complete the job. I used copper wire from the outset, of which I have plenty.
Did you know you can straighten copper wire by gripping one end in a vice, the other with pliers and pull. This action also hardens the copper a bit.
After installation the metal work was painted with Humbrol enamel 62 and then dry brushed with matt black.

Compare this arrangement with the prototype here.
The Barrow Crossing, shown below, is made from 1/16 inch plywood planks mounted on a 1/8 inch cork base.
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