More figures from the recent Redoubt order. These are also some nice, robust figures - similar to the French Marines. As I plan to do skirmish gaming with these with individually mounted figures, their sturdiness is much appreciated. Interestingly, the French infantry and grenadiers are somewhat smaller (shorter) than these, and their bayonets a bit fragile - particularly for skirmish gaming. In any case, these are perfect for their intended purpose. These 12 figures are from two pack - one with "jockey caps" and the other with "bowler hats". Both the headgear and uniforms were modified for the irregular type of warfare experienced during the French and Indian War.
They have buff (or yellow) and blue facings - both worn by various units that served in the war.
The figures standing upright - one loading and one with his musket upraised come with the musket and hands as separate parts. The separate part is actually intended to be used as loading - but I saw another blogger using it in the upright positions - stole the idea.
Besides the different headgear - both sets have identical body/poses.
The photo above is a comparison shot showing, left to right: AW, Redoubt, Foundry, Redoubt, Warlord Games, and Front Rank. They all are on the larger side of 28mm, and quite robust for skirmish gaming. Thanks for dropping by and checking out the blog. Wishing you all the best.
Lovely addition to your F&IW collection Dean!
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Thank you very much, Christopher. Enjoying revisiting this project. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteWhat absolute beautiful colours and tones.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the very nice compliment, Norm. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteMore nice work Dean.
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Thanks so much, Neil! Kind regards, Dean
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ReplyDeleteThanks for posting these wonderfully painted figures all the posts of your FIW figures are excellent.
Willz.
Thank you very much, Willz! Warm regards, Dean
DeleteSmashing addition to the collection.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the kind words, Richard. Much appreciated. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteMore lovely looking figures!
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Thanks a lot, Iain! Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteJeez Dean, you have been on a roll with posts - I have not checked for a few days and have missed about three or four! All the FIW figures in the previous (and this) posts look great. Redoubt have some great figures, even though I don't think they have added anything new for 20-25 years! FIW is a particularly nice range - all the extras are great - one I have been tempted to buy for many years is the Indian (sorry, First Nation) warrior with three or four captive European females in tow!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for the kind words again, Keith! Yes, I've taken to this F&IW project in earnest. I started it about 10 years ago using Muskets and Tomahawks (still a good ruleset), but not adding more figures and plan to use them with Rebels and Patriots. I think R&P will allow for quickly game playing with more figures. I have a few Woodland Indians (Hurons and Mohawks) to add to the mix too. Best regards, Dean
DeleteNicely done Dean 👍
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Matt! Best regards, Dean
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