I've finished the Landwehr Lancers and made the required changes to the original six figures so the whole lot now represent a Kumark Regiment. I'm very pleased with the way these have turned out as I think my painting (front row) has blended well with Matthew's (rear row).
The figures are:
6 x PN.39 Landwehr Lancer Trooper (mounted) charging
6 x 139/1 Der Kreigspieler Landwehr Lancer
I had to carry out a fair bit of restoration work on the Hinton Hunt castings fitting a few new lances but I quite enjoy the challenge that presents.
I didn't have any of these figures in my 1970s Prussian army so it has been nice to include them now. I like the idea of having some 'C' grade cavalry but if they're anything like as effective as their friends in the infantry the French Guard cavalry will be very afraid.
They're a pretty good match IMO, and making them C class will definitely help as I think the curse of new troops is often one of over-expectation. OTOH half the regiment are veteran so hopefully will bring the new recruits up to scratch.
ReplyDeleteI guess that makes them B/C Rob.
DeleteExcellent match! Well done.
ReplyDeleteYes I’m pleased with them Matt and you may just see them at Waterloo!
DeleteLovely Ian. I would not be able to pick that there were two painters involved.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes, James
Thanks James, at playing distance they look the same.
DeleteSehr gut!
ReplyDeleteDanke Bob!
DeleteA fine unit. I particularly like the work on the buttoned overalls.
ReplyDeleteStephen
Thanks Stephen, I had to copy Matthew’s technique which was tricky.
DeleteLovely job.
ReplyDeleteCheers Norm!
DeleteThey really look the part, lovely figures and very nicely painted too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Donnie glad you like them.
DeleteHave always had a soft spot in my heart for lancers/uhlans of any kind. These look super!
ReplyDeleteKind Regards,
Stokes
Thanks Stokes.
DeleteLovely work Ian!
ReplyDeleteThanks Matthew but now I’ll have to do it all again with the Uhans!
DeleteCracking stuff Ian…
ReplyDeleteYou have matched Matthew’s style perfectly…
All the best. Aly
Thanks Aly.
DeleteThey are a fine unit, and allied to their foot brothers should be unstoppable. Tell me your technique for replacing HH lances.
ReplyDeleteIt’s nothing very sophisticated Nigel, I have a few knock-off French lancers which are very poor castings but the lances are ok so it is a simple cut off and replace the section from the horses head forward!
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