Nigel made a comment recently querying whether the two figures carrying a cannonball were genuine Hinton Hunt or a variation. I was confused on this point myself at first because it seemed odd that Marcus would produce two such figures. However, the mystery is solved as one of them (second from left in the photo) is the ammunition carrier BN.145.
All the other ammunition carrier figures made by Hinton Hunt have a canvas bag on a strap that goes around their shoulders and I was expecting the British one to be the same. The identification is confirmed via the code on the figure base and by referring to the Hinton Hunter.
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Lovely, I'd also like to see them in the firing line - please don't leave it too long before we can see them with their pieces, and even better wreaking havoc on the table top.
Rob - I'll try and get all the British artillery lined up for a photo call at the weekend.
Superb job - very attractive. I'm a bit nervous about this wreaking havoc business, but looking forward to seeing them in action.
Foy - no problem, just make sure you're fighting on the right side!
Ah, I think you’ve nailed the issue there, Ian. Splendid fellows, and thanks again for the ammunition carrier enlightenment.
Thanks Nigel, I'm really please to have these as I've waited a long time for them!
I find that gloss varnish brings these old figures to life.
Looking forward to seeing your massed British artillery.
Mark - yes you're right, the best bit is always applying the varnish!
Those are incredibly pleasing, Ian.
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