Well here is my first post to show some 54mm toy soldiers. The castings were original lead William Britains in need of some urgent repair (this phrase will crop up quite often). It took a little while to recruit these fellows off Ebay as I was determined to have them with visible gaiters, most broken castings having trousers, and my funds are strictly limited. The rifle barrels are now repaired, and I used miliput and some home-cast heads. I think their green home-service helmets are a colourful addition to any British 1880-1900 toy army.
MGB
I always loved the green home service helmets on the original Britians figures but with the lacework etc. you've taken it to another level. These are display worthy in their own right - let alone as wargames figures :) So, as a matter of interest, are you painting in acrylics and gloss varnishing or going totally r=traditional and using gloss enamels ?
ReplyDeletePaul, having moved largely away from Enamels, I do prefer the lack of fumes with Acrylic. I'd also read a few reports indicating Yacht varnish gives a nice toy soldier sheen, and I am pleased with the clean look. Yes, those green helmets do stand out, and I have now acquired two more figures, to be repaired.
DeleteMichael
Good to see the before and after shots - excellent shiny repairs, restored to their martial pride.
ReplyDeleteMark, I honestly believe, restoring these old toy soldiers has value to ourselves, and others. They are part of our heritage, and they look great on the table or in a display cabinet. I have mentioned to others before, 54mm toy soldiers surpass all other scales.
DeleteMichael