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 

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14 comments:

  1. Rod9 March 2016 at 09:52

    They look great! Really nice conversion work too.

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    1. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:24

      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. Phil C9 March 2016 at 09:53

    ...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. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:31

      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. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:34

      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. The Angry Lurker9 March 2016 at 11:30

    Damn nice additions to the Rebs Russ!

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    1. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:34

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

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  4. Ray Rousell9 March 2016 at 12:00

    They're really well painted, great work Russ!

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  5. Ray Rousell9 March 2016 at 12:00

    They're really well painted, great work Russ!

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    1. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:41

      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. Rodger10 March 2016 at 01:57

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

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    1. Russ10 March 2016 at 10:44

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

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  7. Ivor Evans11 March 2016 at 07:49

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

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    1. Russ11 March 2016 at 08:55

      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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