Wargaming the modern period is not everyone's cup of tea, so please skip to the end of this post for the 1812 period if that is more your thing.
As mentioned in my last post, I had been up in the loft and raided my sons toy box for some of his old die cast vehicles. These I have repainted and weathered to use along side the Warrior and jeeps that I had painted for my Brits.
I thought it would be more interesting to show the vehicles off in a few action shots. (Picture heavy)
Half way through this unit of American infantry in Scott's Brigade for the War of 1812. They still need to be varnished and the bases done but I will wait until I have painted the other eleven figures first. Although tempted, I am not starting yet another period, these figures are a commission for someone else.
A comparison shot of a Perry Miniature plastic Napoleonic and a Knuckleduster 1812 figure.
The modern figures btw are either Empress Miniatures or Eureka Miniatures. The crews in the jeeps I think are from Old Glory but not sure as I purchased them unpainted from ebay.
Cheers,
Pat.
Fantastic pics Pat!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures as always, really impressive!
ReplyDeleteYour moderns are amazing. While I am a 20mm guy myself, your 28s are painted really well and have a lot of character to them. Excellent job.
ReplyDeleteThat table is very impressive too.
My word they're fantastic Pat, really well done.
ReplyDeleteThe vehicles are very nicely done, especially the repainted "toys". Some brilliant scenes captured amongst that lot.
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great stuff mate. What make did you use for the cars?
ReplyDeleteThey had 'made in China' on the bottom, other than that I have no idea.
DeleteThe Warrior is from 'Imprint' at Empress Miniatures.
Very nice all your work. It is uncommon to see modern conflict figures or games, so your post is really interesting for me.
ReplyDeleteGreat painting work!
Some lovely painting there! Especially like the 1812 minis.
ReplyDeleteFantastic shots of some superbly painted figs. I think more and more folks are getting into Modern conflicts; at least they're not opposed to it as much. Excellent work all around. Best, dean
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stuff Pat! Great work!
ReplyDeleteSpoiling us with stunning pictures of lovely painted minis ! Thnak you very much Pat !!!
ReplyDeleteBest regards Michael
Brillant figures, vehicles, terrain and photos Pat!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely superb Pat!
ReplyDeleteChristopher
Great pictures, they really show off your work well.
ReplyDeleteThanks chaps.
ReplyDeleteSilver Whistle, your post has set off an interesting debate on the facebook page of Santa Cruz Warhammer. Check it out!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mike,
DeleteI will have to eventually get myself on facebook.
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ReplyDeleteFantastic table Pat. It is always great to look at your collection. I finally got hold of some rubberised horse hair and have made a few trees since...thanks for the tips.
ReplyDeleteRegards
Vinnie
Thanks Vinnie, I have just been back on your blog and you have some fantastic terrain. Highly recommend for anyone visiting this blog.
DeletePat.
Excellent work as usual mate. Are the landys tamiya or airfix? Kitbashed?
ReplyDeleteThey look all look brilliant, especially maybe the Chinese cars!
Huzzah!
Hi,
DeleteThey are from S&S models, I think the website is www.sandsmodels.com or .uk
Amazing figures and terrain! I look forward to seeing them again.
ReplyDeleteGreat looking stuff, Pat! The Knuckleduster figs look great. I have some of their Old West stuff! They aren't as well sculpted as some, but hey have a certain charm about them!
ReplyDeleteLove the modern stuff I have just finished my Australians for the period have been thinking about paitning up some of the empress Brits converted to Royal Gurkha Rifles by adding Gripping beasts Kukri. Looks great mate!
ReplyDeleteThanks chaps.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Pat.