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[marco55]

I have a print of that.It is my favorite print.I agree that would make a great diorama.Even though Braddock was done mounted this scene could be done also.Collectors club sets maybe.
Mark

 

[PJDeluhery]

I think John may be working with this painting in mind. Who did the original painting?

The Braddock and surrounding figures in the painting look dangerously close to the death of Braddock set in the Manongahela series. John's sculpt of Scarouady is also similar, and he was painting the figure using similar colors.

Nothing wrong with any of that.

 

[PJDeluhery]

Perhaps the castings could be issued as part of the JJ Club.

Great idea, Randy.

 

[Fraxinus]

Any pictures of Scarouady from the rear of the figure?

 

[Combat]

There was some discussion elsewhere recently questioning whether the enthusiasm for Jenkins' figures had diminished. Also whether the initial buzz had been created by artifically low production runs leading to speculation buying. Even a surprising amount of resentment on that point. Thankfully, if you read the recent posts here and level of enthusiasm expressed for newer lines like the Jacobites and Sudan, I think those questions have been answered. There seems to be a growing recognition of John's work and every reason to believe that it will continue. Hopefully, a lot of collectors will take a fresh look.

 

[mikemiller1955]

I'm sure speculation buying has always been a boost to most of the more desired manufacturer's sales...not only especially with Jenkins...but with K&C and others too.

Mostly true with limited production sets but especially true with low limited production sets.

John rarely releases anything over 750 count with just a few sets at 1,000.

These are usually firing lines or generic Indians that can be used in most of his series...and mostly the sets that you would consider multiple purchases.

The original sets of 250 (B of M) and 350 will always sell and probably appreciate.

I have always been confident that if I ever lost interest in a John Jenkins retired series...that I could recoup most....all....or more of my original investment.

I know some people buy multiple sets of John's new releases to speculate on Ebay at a later date.

I think John has established his work now as "premier" manufacturer and has a good following. I don't think he has lost a fan base on his earlier sets. Even on Treefrog I see posts all the time that somebody needs to catch up on a series.

He has so many personal characteristics on his figures that are attractive to a buyer like me. I handle my figures a lot...so I want a strong cast.

The sheer weight and sturdiness of his figures is a big plus....John's figures are extremely durable for handling. The figures are weighty and can take a lot of abuse.
The bayonets, swords, ramrods, tomahawks, rifles and lochaber axes don't bend easily. The weight of the figures is ridiculous...some of the Snow Shoe figures weigh almost 1/2 pound...for one figure!!!

The painting is unique...very vivid colors...bright and intricate...the Jacobites uniforms are complex and extremely well done. The painting is very smooth with no brush flaws...a quality paint with a technique that keeps improving...he seems to be changing the faces to a sleeker more detailed look rather than his original rugged facial features. I know I have heard comment on his faces...that people shy away from collecting them for this reason...he seems to be addressing this issue well, but that was his style.

The poses are very unique...of course all manufacturers will have the standard firing poses....flag bearers....and marching lines...but John's action figures are breaking new ground. He has a lot of wounded poses that nobody has attempted...and some sets are pretty gory and stimulate a thought of terror or the unknown...he lets your imagination flow as to the fate of some sets...the captive in the Snow Shoes...the prisoner in the canoe in St. Francis, his upcoming figures of the French captive in St. Francis...they are thought provoking.

The resale seems to be more than fair and even high in some cases....I have always been comfortable that they will be worth something somewhere down the line.

The series and conflicts he has chosen have been pretty eclectic....Jacobites....St. Francis....Snow Shoes...these are not common series your find on any other manufacturers lines. It's not like he had copied the Naps for the umpteenth time.

His packing is superior to most I have seen....nice attractive red boxes....with a quality foam.

They are priced reasonably...compared to other figures....not cheap....but certainly not off the charts or even on the high end.

The research and replication seems pretty genuine to historical standards.

John really stands behind his work. He will accept and answer all emails that I send him. He is concerned that his customers are happy and he seems open to suggestions.

I like the figures to Khartoum...they are very attractive to me...it's just not a conflict that grabs me, however I can see why some people like it...I may not collect them, but I will definitely continue to collect his older series as new releases come out.

I'm glad his new series has created a stir and I sincerely hopes he attracts some new customers to take a look. They will be pleased with the quality he offers. I'm confident of that.

 

[PJDeluhery]

When I met John last week, I asked him about why he does limited production runs and what is a good run. He says he limits production on sets not to create scarcity or annoy us, but to better manage his own operation and control inventory and costs. It's a survival technique. In the beginning, he did not know what the market would be, so his runs were smaller. Now, he has a better idea of how sales will go. If you think about it, he geets no benefit from the sales on e-bay. There's no incentive for him to create scarcity.

He sets up the limit for each set based on what he thinks the market is for that figure set and what similar figure sets have done in the past. For example, a set like the Hunter/Gatherers will not sell as many as a shooting or attacking set simply becasue most of us will order 2 or 3 of the latter and only one of the former.

 

[VIRIATO]

I'm sure speculation buying has always been a boost to most of the more desired manufacturer's sales...not only especially with Jenkins...but with K&C and others too.

Mostly true with limited production sets but especially true with low limited production sets.

John rarely releases anything over 750 count with just a few sets at 1,000.

These are usually firing lines or generic Indians that can be used in most of his series...and mostly the sets that you would consider multiple purchases.

The original sets of 250 (B of M) and 350 will always sell and probably appreciate.

I have always been confident that if I ever lost interest in a John Jenkins retired series...that I could recoup most....all....or more of my original investment.

I know some people buy multiple sets of John's new releases to speculate on Ebay at a later date.

I think John has established his work now as "premier" manufacturer and has a good following. I don't think he has lost a fan base on his earlier sets. Even on Treefrog I see posts all the time that somebody needs to catch up on a series.

He has so many personal characteristics on his figures that are attractive to a buyer like me. I handle my figures a lot...so I want a strong cast.

The sheer weight and sturdiness of his figures is a big plus....John's figures are extremely durable for handling. The figures are weighty and can take a lot of abuse.
The bayonets, swords, ramrods, tomahawks, rifles and lochaber axes don't bend easily. The weight of the figures is ridiculous...some of the Snow Shoe figures weigh almost 1/2 pound...for one figure!!!

The painting is unique...very vivid colors...bright and intricate...the Jacobites uniforms are complex and extremely well done. The painting is very smooth with no brush flaws...a quality paint with a technique that keeps improving...he seems to be changing the faces to a sleeker more detailed look rather than his original rugged facial features. I know I have heard comment on his faces...that people shy away from collecting them for this reason...he seems to be addressing this issue well, but that was his style.

The poses are very unique...of course all manufacturers will have the standard firing poses....flag bearers....and marching lines...but John's action figures are breaking new ground. He has a lot of wounded poses that nobody has attempted...and some sets are pretty gory and stimulate a thought of terror or the unknown...he lets your imagination flow as to the fate of some sets...the captive in the Snow Shoes...the prisoner in the canoe in St. Francis, his upcoming figures of the French captive in St. Francis...they are thought provoking.

The resale seems to be more than fair and even high in some cases....I have always been comfortable that they will be worth something somewhere down the line.

The series and conflicts he has chosen have been pretty eclectic....Jacobites....St. Francis....Snow Shoes...these are not common series your find on any other manufacturers lines. It's not like he had copied the Naps for the umpteenth time.

His packing is superior to most I have seen....nice attractive red boxes....with a quality foam.

They are priced reasonably...compared to other figures....not cheap....but certainly not off the charts or even on the high end.

The research and replication seems pretty genuine to historical standards.

John really stands behind his work. He will accept and answer all emails that I send him. He is concerned that his customers are happy and he seems open to suggestions.

I like the figures to Khartoum...they are very attractive to me...it's just not a conflict that grabs me, however I can see why some people like it...I may not collect them, but I will definitely continue to collect his older series as new releases come out.

I'm glad his new series has created a stir and I sincerely hopes he attracts some new customers to take a look. They will be pleased with the quality he offers. I'm confident of that.

Thanks for your very thorough comments, very informative.

Paulo

 

[whdamon]

I love this painting, Find below some photos of pieces I painted in the past. The first is the big boy himself. A 90mm metal casting from the late 1970's by Superior Models. The second is a bust of Washington, cast in resin by Pony Soldier about 10 years ago. Both are done in artist oils over an acrylic undercoating. Having Scarouady join my collection just adds to my interest in this painting.
Walt Damon

 

[PJDeluhery]

I love this painting, Find below some photos of pieces I painted in the past. The first is the big boy himself. A 90mm metal casting from the late 1970's by Superior Models. The second is a bust of Washington, cast in resin by Pony Soldier about 10 years ago. Both are done in artist oils over an acrylic undercoating. Having Scarouady join my collection just adds to my interest in this painting.
Walt Damon

The Scarouady figure would go better with these if it were in 90mm!