Wednesday 9 March 2016

Confederate dismounted cavalry

I proudly present my latest addition to my Confederate forces
 They are a real mix of characters, there are a couple of conversions thrown in for good measure! I really can't help myself I'm afraid. 
 They are from left to right. First one standard bearer! he was sadly missing an arm and head so he was stuck back together using various spare parts. Next one up trumpeter! He was a kneeling Indian scout, once again head removed and replaced and a bugle added. Last but not least the fifth figure across. Crouching low with a carbine, he started life as a cowboy carrying a shotgun! Shotgun removed and a ammo pouch added to the rear of his belt. I wouldn't say I'm addicted to converting figures but I do get a massive kick out of it. 
 The mix of uniforms and civilian clothing seem to be the standard image of the Confederate forces, so hopefully they are not to much of a mix and match assortment. 
 So thanks for looking and I will hopefully post more additions real soon

Cheers for now Russ 

14 comments:

  1. They look great! Really nice conversion work too.

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    1. Thanks Rod, I really enjoy converting figures and always have. You can't beat having a unique figure or two in your ranks.

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  2. ...And you should be proud of your work...your Confederate dismounted cavalry look fantastic and I really like your flocking of the bases too - marvelous!

    All the best,
    cheers

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    1. Thanks Phil, the bases can easily make or break any miniatures! It took me a while to realize it, but I think I've nearly cracked it.

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    2. Thanks Phil, the bases can easily make or break any miniatures! It took me a while to realize it, but I think I've nearly cracked it.

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  3. Damn nice additions to the Rebs Russ!

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    1. Thanks Francis, I do have a tad of southern bias! I'm guessing it shows slightly

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  4. They're really well painted, great work Russ!

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  5. They're really well painted, great work Russ!

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    1. Thanks Ray, I love Dixon minis they paint up real nice. If I can manage to make them look good anyone can.

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  6. Great stuff Russ. Awesome work on these Reb's!

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    1. Thanks Rodger, my next lot are well on the way to being completed.

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  7. Always enjoy seeing your ACW work Russ, great looking figures! What rules do you use with them?

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    1. Thanks Ivor, its nice to hear people enjoy my posts. I used to game with an old set of skytrex rules and a fast play home grown set of rules, but I mainly just paint and collect these days. Its finding the time as much as anything!

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