An Announcement from W.Britain (1 Viewer)

[WBritain]

With Ken Osen’s departure from W.Britain, it’s only natural for some to wonder about the future of the company. Rest assured it’s on solid footing, building on the foundations that Ken helped establish over the many the years he worked with W.Britain as a contract sculptor, owner, and, most recently, as general manager and creative director. The quality production and historical accuracy of W.Britain figures is second to none, and this is in large part due to Ken and the folks working with him.

Ken has retired and certainly deserves it. He will now have the leisure to pursue many interests that he has not been able to enjoy while doing the work of W.Britain. He will still be available, however, to do some sculpting for us. And Ericka now has the opportunity to again engage in her first calling, handling historic clothing in a museum setting.

Other sculptors, painters, studio partners, and staff all remain in place. The work Ken has done is something he should be proud of and will be carried on. All the staff at W.Britain look forward to not only continuing Ken’s work but to carrying on the tradition started in 1893 by William Britain.

 

[villagehorse]

That all sounds very positive, good to hear. All the best to all concerned. Robin.

 

[7th OVI]

Appreciate the reply and good to hear. Chris

 

[jason foote]

We need Britains in our hobby

 

[hoogri]

what about the british club do we still see a standard of 2o25

richard

 

[theBaron]

With Ken Osen’s departure from W.Britain, it’s only natural for some to wonder about the future of the company. Rest assured it’s on solid footing, building on the foundations that Ken helped establish over the many the years he worked with W.Britain as a contract sculptor, owner, and, most recently, as general manager and creative director. The quality production and historical accuracy of W.Britain figures is second to none, and this is in large part due to Ken and the folks working with him.

Ken has retired and certainly deserves it. He will now have the leisure to pursue many interests that he has not been able to enjoy while doing the work of W.Britain. He will still be available, however, to do some sculpting for us. And Ericka now has the opportunity to again engage in her first calling, handling historic clothing in a museum setting.

Other sculptors, painters, studio partners, and staff all remain in place. The work Ken has done is something he should be proud of and will be carried on. All the staff at W.Britain look forward to not only continuing Ken’s work but to carrying on the tradition started in 1893 by William Britain.

So who is the new spokesman or contact person for W. Britain?

Prost!
Brad

 

[BobZ]

So who is the new spokesman or contact person for W. Britain?

Prost!
Brad

According to Toy Soldier Collector & Historical Figures, Ted Deddens is now in charge.

 

[theBaron]

According to Toy Soldier Collector & Historical Figures, Ted Deddens is now in charge.

That's great, but I was hoping that whoever posted on behalf of Britains back on the 30th might reply.

 

[Horus]

To us collectors, it has been great having regular updates from the major manufacturers and the individual input to our own questions has been a bonus.
Though unfortunately it's been obvious on occasions some collectors have overstepped the mark, of social norms, putting makers in an awkward position and we all have different comfort levels in such situations, perhaps in time, Ted or others may want to interact with their customer base, but not necessarily !