Bastion Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog (1 Viewer)

[ucla1967]

I thought I would start a second thread based on Bastion Models "A" range of sets which covers the period of 1890 to World War I. You might recognize that Bastion set A.1 is a duplicate of the Steadfast sets SF7 and SF7A. The only difference is that Steadfast figures have a higher, hollow base.

A.1 ROYAL ENGINEERS HOME SERVICE A working party pf the 1890s, with assorted implements, wearing 'grey-black' shirts, while their officer wears R.E. undress uniform.

A.2 ROYAL ENGINEERS FOREIGN SERVICE A similar group to A.1 , but dressed for overseas service in India or the Boer War.

A.3 GRENADIER GUARDS 1895 An officer and men of the premier Foot Guards Regiment in Full Dress Guard Order as worn for Guard Mounting at the Royal Palaces.

A.4 SCOTS GUARDS EGYPT 1882 The Third Regiment of Foot Guards are depecterd in the uniform worn during the campaign to restore the authority of the Khedive of Egypt, culminating in the battle of Tel-El-Kebir.

A.5 The SUFFOLK REGIMENT IN ACTION 1900 The Suffolks wear their red castle badge on their foreign service helmet with the standard khaki uniforms and Slade Wallace equipment of the Boer War.

A.6 THE RIFLE BRIGADE IN ACTION Similar to the above set, these men wear the black leather equipment and buttons worn only by Rifle regiments.

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

BTW, I do know how to spell "Bastion" but I am having trouble with my keyboard which seems to drop certain letters including the letter "s." The edit feature will only allow me to change the text and not the title for some reason. Oh, well...

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

More sets.

A.7 PRUSSIAN INFANTRY 1900 Wearing the distinctive 'pickle haube' or spiked helmet, these Prussian troops wear the dress uniform which would be replaced by field grey in the First World War.

A.8 SPANISH INFANTRY 1900 These troops of King Alfonso XIII wear the distinctive Spanish headgear known as the 'Ros' and for comfort on the march, espadrille footwear.

A.9 FUSILIERS MARINS 1900 French sailors dressed for land service in the uniform worn at the beginning of the First World War.

A.10 FOREIGN LEGION 1900 These Legionaires wear the classic 'Beau Geste' uniform of theNorth African campaigns before the First World War.

A.11 ROYAL MARINE LIGHT INFANTRY 1905 These 'sea-soldiers' wear the 1902 pattern uniform with the white helmet worn from 1905 to 1912, when the type used to this day was introduced.

A.12 3rd FOOT (EAST KENT REGT.) ZULU WAR 1879 'The Buffs' as they were known for their traditional facing colours (collar and cuffs), were in the eastern column invading Zululand and took part in the defeat of a Zulu impi near the Inyezane River.

A.13 24th FOOT (S. WALES BORDERERS ) ZULU WAR 1879 After their terrible defeat at Isandlwana, the 24th went on to win 11 V.C.s for their heroic defense of Rorke's Drift.

A.14 13th FOOT (SOMERSET LIGHT INFANTRY) Forming part of the northern column, the 13th were involved in the successful action of Kambula, and the final battle at ULUNDI.

A.15 SEAFORTH HIGHLANDERS EGYPT 1882 The Seaforths formed part of the Highland Brigade which bore the brunt of the fighting at Tel-El-Kebir.

A.16 BRITISH INFANTRY MARCHING 1914 These typical 'Tommies' wear the 1902 Service Dress and the 1908 Webbing Equipment in which they would have gone to war in 1914.

A.17 FRENCH LINE INFANTRY 1914 The colourful, outdated uniform in which the French went to war in 1914 was soon replaced by"Horizon Blue' in an attempt to render the troops less conspicuous.

A.18 BELGIAN INFANTRY 1914 The antiquated uniforms in which the little Belgian Army met the German advance of 1914 would give way to the new-universal khaki on its reorganization in 1915.

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

Still more sets.

A.19 THE HAMPSHIRE REGIMENT 1905 Wearing Line Infantry Full Dress uniform of the 1902-1914 period, the Hampshires display their traditional yellow facings, a distinction which they regained in 1905.

A.20 GERMAN INFANTRY ADVANCING 1914 Typifying the German advance of August 1914, these infantrymen wear the Field Grey Service Dress introduced in 1910.

A.21 AUSTRIAN INFANTRY 1914 For such a traditional army, the Austrian 1908 Service Dress with its ski cap and concealed buttons presented a surprisingly modern appearance.

A.22 BRITISH INFANTRY AT THE READY 1914 On going into action these 'Tommies' have taken off their heavy back packs and await with fixed bayonets the enemy advance.

A.23 QUEEN'S OWN CAMERON HIGHLANDERS EGYPT 1882 The Cameroons are portrayed as the would have been at Tel-El-Kebir and in the ill-fated expedition to save General Gordon at Khartoum, which was one of the last occasions when red coats were worn in action.

A.24 BRITISH INFANTRY MIDDLE EAST 1914 Wearing shorts, first worn in India in the 1900s, and the 1902 Wolsely helmet, these infantrymen typify the Service Dress worn overseas right up to 1939.

A.25 ROYAL AIR FORCE 1925 The RAF was set up as an independent organization in 1918. Khaki uniforms continued to be worn for the duration of the 1st World War, but by 1925, RAF Blue was universally in use.

A.26 BAVARIAN INFANTRY 1900 The uniforms of the Kingdom of Bavaria followed those of Prussia closely in style, but were traditionally Sky Blue in colour.

A.27 CHASSEURS A PIED 1900 The French Light Infantry Regiments were organized and equiped just like the Line Infantry, but wore distinctive blue-grey kepis and trousers.

 

[4th Hussar]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

Bastion is out of production is it not ?

 

[DMNamiot]

I editied the title for you. Great looking sets! I see Bastion from time to time on ebay but not in the numbers I would like. Some really cool looking action sets.

Thanks for posting

Dave

 

[ucla1967]

I editied the title for you. Great looking sets! I see Bastion from time to time on ebay but not in the numbers I would like. Some really cool looking action sets.

Thanks for posting

Dave

Thank you, Dave. Would you mind also editing the title on my other Bastion post for the Boxer Rebellion. There is no "s" on Models. Thanks again.

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

Bastion is out of production is it not ?

As I stated on my other Bastion thread for the Boxer Rebellion, I believe that Andrew Rose is still producing them via an arrangement with P & B Castings and/or Dorset. The last address I had for him was 36, St. Mary's Road, Liss, Hampshire GU33 7AH, UK. I am not aware of any U.S. dealer who carries them.

 

[ucla1967]

The Bastion brochure I have stops at set A.27, however, I have the catalog descriptions for seven more sets. I know that there are others, because I saw them on eBay in the past. Also, note the unusual subject matter of various women's units.

A.28 WOMEN'S ARMY AUXILIARY CORPS 1917 As a consequence of the terrible drain on manpower, the W.A.A.C. was formed to take over various non-combatant tasks and release more men for the Western Front. Later re-titled Queen Mary's Army Auxiliary Corps, officers were known as 'officials,' N.C.O.s 'forewomen' and other ranks 'workers.'

A.29 WOMEN'S ROYAL NAVAL SERVICE 1918 As with the W.A.A.C., the 'Wrens' took over domestic clerical and driving duties in the Royal Navy.

A.30 WOMEN'S ROYAL AIR FORCE 1918 The W.R.A.F. was formed at the same time as the RAF on 1st April 1918. W.A.A.C.s had served with the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service, and continued to wear their former uniforms until the khaki ones depicted became available.

A.31 AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY STANDING FIRING 1915 In their distinctive Service Dress and slouch hats, these troops are typical of the Australians who landed at Gallipoli in 1915.

A.32 AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY CHARGING 1915 Like A.31, this set represents the Australians who fought against the Turks in the Dardenelles, and the Germans on the Western Front.

A.33 TURKISH INFANTRY FIRING 1915 Recently re-equipped and organised by German advisers, these Turks are commanded by a senior officer distinguished by his fur hat and red collar.

A.34 TURKISH INFANTRY AT THE READY 1915 The Turkish soldiers proved to be a tough and resouceful fighter, eventually forcing the Allies to relinquish their tenuous hold on the Dardenelles.

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

As I stated on my other Bastion thread for the Boxer Rebellion, I believe that Andrew Rose is still producing them via an arrangement with P & B Castings and/or Dorset. The last address I had for him was 36, St. Mary's Road, Liss, Hampshire GU33 7AH, UK. I am not aware of any U.S. dealer who carries them.

I found a telephone number for Andrew Rose on the Bill Hocker web site reference section. It is 011-44-1730-894478.

 

[aujj65]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

I found a telephone number for Andrew Rose on the Bill Hocker web site reference section. It is 011-44-1730-894478.

If you want I'll give him a ring in the morning to find out if he is still producing Bastion Models and the availability of them.

Jeff

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

If you want I'll give him a ring in the morning to find out if he is still producing Bastion Models and the availability of them.

Jeff

Jeff,

Thanks, that would be great. 4th Hussar, on post #4, inquired as to whether Bastion Models were still being produced, but I would also like a definitive answer, too. Maybe Andrew Rose has an updated catalog list/sales brochure we could get a hold of. If there is one, I would pay for the postage if you could send it to me.

 

[tdubel]

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Jeff,

Thanks, that would be great. 4th Hussar, on post #4, inquired as to whether Bastion Models were still being produced, but I would also like a definitive answer, too. Maybe Andrew Rose has an updated catalog list/sales brochure we could get a hold of. If there is one, I would pay for the postage if you could send it to me.

Me three!!!
Tom

 

[aujj65]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

I found a telephone number for Andrew Rose on the Bill Hocker web site reference section. It is 011-44-1730-894478.

If you want I'll give him a ring in the morning to find out if he is still producing Bastion Models and the availability of them.

Jeff

I tried phoning, but this number belongs to an elderly lady who could not shed any light on Andrew Rose. Sorry.

Jeff

 

[ucla1967]

Re: Bation Models 1890 - World War I Range Catalog

I tried phoning, but this number belongs to an elderly lady who could not shed any light on Andrew Rose. Sorry.

Jeff

Thanks for trying. I wonder if anyone has seen him as a vendor at any of the recent U.K. shows?

 

[ucla1967]

I wonder if Giles Brown of Dorset knows whether Bastion is still producing. Dorset had some sort of production arrangement with Bastion at one time. Does anyone of the Forum know Giles?

 

[ucla1967]

Here are five more sets in this range. I had copied them from eBay auctions about two years ago. I don't have the exact catalog descriptions.

A.48 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN BOSNIAN INFANTRY

A.61 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN AUSTRIAN JAEGERS

A.62 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN 59th GERMAN INFANTRY REGIMENT

A.63 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN 85th HUNGARIAN INFANTRY REGIMENT

A.64 AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN MOUNTAIN INFANTRY

 

[ucla1967]

Here is one more set from this range which I bought on eBay last summer.

A.54 ROYAL NAVAL AIR SERVICE 1916

 

[GICOP]

I wonder if Giles Brown of Dorset knows whether Bastion is still producing. Dorset had some sort of production arrangement with Bastion at one time. Does anyone of the Forum know Giles?

Hi Mike

I had a chat with Giles this morning and then with Andrew Rose this evening. Andrew is still producing Bastion sets and would be more than happy to hear from collectors, his email is bastionmodels@tiscali.co.uk

Cheers

Martyn

 

[tdubel]

Cool news, i have sent an email!
Thanks!
Tom