Following the rapid expansion of the Austrian infantry and cavalry forces this year I felt it would be a good idea to also add to the artillery contingent. I've been able to do this once again thanks to the generosity of Don W.
The figures are a mixture of Hinton Hunt and DK castings that have been refurbished by me in a style that fits in with my existing two batteries. The guns are all original Hinton Hunt ones.
I have a limber to do and then there will be a full parade of the whole six batteries.
That is anther impressive addition to the Austrian ranks
ReplyDeleteThanks Matt, I’ve been very lucky to have been given enough figures to do this!
DeleteFour new batteries in one fell swoop! Your Austrians are going to be really formidable now.
ReplyDeleteThanks Matthew, this time last year I never expected to have such a big Austrian force you just don’t know how things will go with this vintage figure lark!
DeleteGreat work Ian - they look splendid, and I'm sure will do dreadful damage in action! Did DK add any Austrian artillery figures beyond the HH range?
ReplyDeleteThanks Tony, this is one of those occasions where the DK’s are straight copies of the Hinton Hunt ones and no other poses were added. They are virtually indistinguishable from each other.
DeleteLovely looking artillery, the Austrian uniform is so iconic, they should be very formidable on the table.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donnie, these chaps should give the French a run for their money!
DeleteAnother great looking unit. Their yellow paintwork is really striking if you'll forgive the pun.
ReplyDeleteThanks Simon, yellow cannons what's not to like?
DeleteGuns, guns and more guns - that's the way to do it. But ... probably need another couple of battalions to guard them - perhaps some fusiliers in helmets?
ReplyDeleteThanks Rob, it would be nice but HH never made any figures in helmets.
DeleteOh my goodness, but that is quite the expansion in firepower! Woe unto the French who advance on that line of canons. These are really lovely. the shiny browns and yellows really work well together. Nicely done!
ReplyDeleteThanks David, finally something to worry the French I think!
DeleteCan only be to the good. Just think of the damage they did at Aspern....
ReplyDeleteHmm, not much I think Nigel…
DeleteSplendid work on these Ian…
ReplyDeleteAnd as David said the shiny colour combination works really well.
All the best. Aly
Thanks Aly, the brown is a great colour and a nice break from so much white!
DeleteI don't know why everyone keeps moaning about white uniforms...now, where did I leave my shades?
ReplyDeleteHa Nigel it’s all your fault anyway!
DeleteMy work here is done.
ReplyDeleteNot quite Nigel...
DeleteYou need some horse artillery. They’re the wurst. Geddit? Never mind…
ReplyDeleteHa Ha but sadly HH never made any horse artillery!
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