Friday, February 1, 2013

Warlord Prussian Landwehr - Completed

Here they are painted up as a unit of 2nd Silesians. I liked the combination of their yellow facings and red shoulder straps. Some Silesian Landwehr units are recorded to have worn the "Stovepipe" shako with a large cross - which would make them look pretty unique, I think.
The colours chosen are noted as "conjectural" - in fact, Landwehr units weren't officially authorized colours, but were known to have carried them in battle; at least by some.
I think this set by Warlord is a pretty good choice for building a Prussian army as almost half the Prussian army was made up by Landwehr units after 1813. As I use 24-man battalions for regular sized units with Black Powder, there are 6 left over marching figures from the 30-figure box.
The box contents are 27 plastic marching figures in three different poses, along with three metal command figures. It also contains several unit colours on the information sheet. I've based them on 40mm square (3mm thick) plywood bases from Litko. Actually, these 6 bases are the last I had remaining from a pack of 100 bases.
Maranatha!
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  1. Jason MeyersFebruary 1, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    These guys came out great! Very nicely done Dean.

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  2. Ben GilmourFebruary 1, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    Very nice, Dean. I like the variation in the same pose:different heads, ragged trouser cuffs etc.

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  3. The Angry LurkerFebruary 1, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    ..and damn well completed Dean!

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  4. Ray RousellFebruary 1, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Beautiful painting Dean, they look the biz!

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  5. DeanMFebruary 1, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    I appreciate your kind comments, Gentlemen. Warm regards, Dean

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  6. CurtFebruary 1, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Lovely work Dean! Very impressive.

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  7. VolleyFireWargamesFebruary 1, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Yes excellent paint jobs - I have some Brits in the stovepipe shako in oilskin - hmm maybe I should paint them as Prussians instead - Where can I get a copy of your great Landwehr flag - it looks fantastic!

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  8. DeanMFebruary 1, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    Thanks you for the kind words.

    VFW: The flags are part included in the box set courtesy Warlord Games.

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  9. Simon Quinton February 2, 2013 at 12:50 AM

    They look gorgeous, really nicely done mate!!

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  10. Ted HenkleFebruary 2, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    Great job on the figures Dean! While stationed in Germany, I participated in a couple of Napoleonic War re-enactments with the 5th Westphalian. So I'm getting a real kick out of seeing a Landwehr unit in miniature.

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  11. Andrew McCoryFebruary 2, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Excellent work!

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  12. MontyFebruary 2, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    Wonderfully done. Such great results and so quickly! And the ragged pants is a bit I haven't seen before.

    I appreciate the way you post a series of WIP shots. From primed black to beautiful! It's very inspirational to those who only dabble in 28mm. ;-)

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  13. JasonFebruary 2, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Those are very smart indeed Dean. I always had a soft spot for the Prussian Landwehr because of the Airfix 20mm plastics I grew up with. I really would like to paint some of these up now I have seen yours. :-)

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  14. DeanMFebruary 2, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    Thanks again for the great comments everyone.

    Ted: Did you take pics of your reenactments? Would love to see them if you do!

    Monty: Happy to hear the WIP shots are of some use.

    Warm regards to all, Dean

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  15. SchrumpfkopfFebruary 2, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Very nice battalion. I raelly like this particular Landwehr, eventho lots of people are complaining about the size of the nads..

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  16. DeanMFebruary 2, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    "nads" ;)! I'm sure you meant hands, Schrumpkopf. Even though some of their hands may be rather mitt-like, the overall appearance is a good as most others - and for the price to build a battalion, can't be beat. Best, Dean

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  17. DHC WargamesFebruary 2, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    Looking good, Dean!

    I quit painting these after six minis. I was too disapointed with the undercuts and the wooden poses. Even though the price is great, I simply could not bear their looks. So you have all my appreciation for doing the whole box!

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  18. CyrusFebruary 2, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Superb Prussians Dean.

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  19. DougHFebruary 2, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    Umm, Dean, really sorry to point this out but, ahh, the flag is upside down. You will note the Gothic script and the wreath should have the opening to the top.

    It is nice that they do supply many options for the flags so the unit will not need to go without.....

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  20. DeanMFebruary 2, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    Thanks guys for the kind words.

    Burkhard: "Undercut" - that was the term I was looking for.

    Doug: What if I told you the flag is purposely upside down to reflect the illiteracy of the peasants in this unit? LOL!

    Best Regards everyone, Dean

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  21. Captain Richard's miniature Civil WarFebruary 2, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    That is a great looking unit...nice Dean

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  22. Ted HenkleFebruary 2, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    There are pictures of the Jena re-enactment of 1991. Unfortunately, my first ex-wife has them and will not relinquish them. :P

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  23. BaconfatFebruary 3, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    They really look nice, especially the command.

    I've switched over to your Tudor stain, because I didn't shut my Army Painter well and it turned to jelly.

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  24. PhilFebruary 3, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    Great looking Landwehr regiment!
    Phil.

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  25. DeanMFebruary 3, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Thanks so much again, Gentlemen, for your kind comments and for visiting the blog.

    James: Minwax will harden too, if exposed to too much air; I bought the bigger can as it cost just a little over the little can. I also picked up a spare paint can and filled that one with half of the contents. That way only half the stain will be exposed to more frequent use. Make sure you only stir the stain and not shake the can as that will cause air bubbles which will also thicken/harden the stain quicker. Best, Dean

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  26. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)February 3, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    They really do like great Dean!

    Christopher

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