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[emilio]

Toy Soldier size consolidation between manufacturers would be of great benifit to collectors; but not so much for the manufacturers. The hope of manufacturers is to capture a large percentage of the market by producing a unique figure size or style exclusive to them alone. Most WWII 60mm figures are not 60mm; but range between 64 to 68mm or 1/28. Only W.Britains, Kronprinz and First Legion produce WWII figures in the range of 58 to 62mm by actual measurement. Most armor of recent production is 1/30 except for The Collectors Showcase which is a consistant 1/28.

I do not doubt that in the great majority of cases that is the reason. But as a manufacturer, I think otherwise. If the scales were standardized, both manufacturers and collectors would see us favored. No brand has as many references as to recreate great scenes in which figures are not necessarily repeated. Also, it is not easy to offer a collector enough variables of opponents. If we have figures of of French line infantry and we want to oppose them to all the possible enemies in battle. Is there a brand that offers more than two or three possibilities? If the scales were compatible, we could choose between the offer of all brands, and I am sure that the possibilities, if not infinite, could be much wider

 

[mgw]

As concerns FOV and scales - the most unfortunate part of collecting FOV (I have a bunch) is that there are no suitably scaled metal soldiers that are compatible. Plastics are the closest I've come (e.g., 1/32 Airfix), although the older Figarti marines (WW2 and modern) work reasonably well with FOV armor (see below). FOV made a small run of metal figures that were very good (Soldiers of Steel) but never expanded the line beyond 4 figures for WW2. The best of FOV, e.g. the Pershing tank and Iraqi T-72, rival just about anything the toy soldier companies have made in terms of accuracy and detail.

The whole size mismatch among K&C, TGM, CS and FL has more or less driven me away from the metal soldier market (I have alot of this stuff), except for Britain's where they have a scale consistency since their Operation Cobra figures (also older Old Northwest) and reasonable prices. I really like Emilio's figures for the same reasons, e.g., the US airborne and german tank commanders, but the line hasn't expanded so one is left looking elsewhere to fill in the ranks. Nonetheless, nearly all of these metal figures are too large for FOV.

Looking forward to the new FOV vehicles and will go to the workbench to build/paint my own compatible figures if necessary.
Mike

Figarti matines and FOV T-34/Korean war

 

[WesternOutlaw]

I think this is great news. I've always been a fan of 1/32 scale FoV; ever since 21st Century/Ultimate Soldier was no longer available. I esp. like the metal/die cast vehicles.

A few items from my collection:


Dodge 1.5 Ton Truck by Western Outlaw, on Flickr


Arnhem Battlefront by Western Outlaw, on Flickr


Operation Torch: Fatal Shot by Western Outlaw, on Flickr

 

[nysoldiers]

I collected these years ago when you could still get a tank and APC for $20 to $30.
They went well with my glossy WWII figures and my own painted Imrie Risley GI's and Germans.
I have close to 50 of their vehicles and let my young grandson play with them as they are very
sturdy and I can remove the delicate and very small pieces.
For dioramas and" play time" they are great and you can alway spruce them up with some weathering
and added equipment.
I especially loved their Bradley's and Abrams for Kuwait and Iraq campaigns.
Hopefully they will release more modern vehicles including the current Russian tanks and APC's.

 

[Rocamora05]

As concerns FOV and scales - the most unfortunate part of collecting FOV (I have a bunch) is that there are no suitably scaled metal soldiers that are compatible. Plastics are the closest I've come (e.g., 1/32 Airfix), although the older Figarti marines (WW2 and modern) work reasonably well with FOV armor (see below). FOV made a small run of metal figures that were very good (Soldiers of Steel) but never expanded the line beyond 4 figures for WW2. The best of FOV, e.g. the Pershing tank and Iraqi T-72, rival just about anything the toy soldier companies have made in terms of accuracy and detail.

The whole size mismatch among K&C, TGM, CS and FL has more or less driven me away from the metal soldier market (I have alot of this stuff), except for Britain's where they have a scale consistency since their Operation Cobra figures (also older Old Northwest) and reasonable prices. I really like Emilio's figures for the same reasons, e.g., the US airborne and german tank commanders, but the line hasn't expanded so one is left looking elsewhere to fill in the ranks. Nonetheless, nearly all of these metal figures are too large for FOV.

Looking forward to the new FOV vehicles and will go to the workbench to build/paint my own compatible figures if necessary.
Mike

Figarti matines and FOV T-34/Korean war



Works ok whit ORION figures and whit CAN DO POCKET 1:35 soldiers




The Jagdpanzer 38 (T) Hetzer is of ULTIMATE SOLDIER 1:32 scale.
Regards.

 

[WesternOutlaw]

Hi Rocamora. I really like the Oryon figures. I picked up quite a few trying to buy various sets. They look good with your FoV and Ultimate Soldier vehicles.

I've used them in a few dios myself; partial to the N. African campaign:


My Zen Garden by Western Outlaw, on Flickr


WWII North Africa Tabletop Battle by Western Outlaw, on Flickr

 

[katana]

I have measured three FOV models that are oversize and work well with 60mm W. Britains and Kronprinz figures. I have posted photos of the Pershing and Jagdtiger with the figures. I have read reports on the Forum that the FOV Panzer IV is oversize and works well with FL Panzers and Figures. I hope that FOV collectors will measure their FOV armor and post about those pieces that are oversize and compatible with 60mm figures.

 

[dragon53]

Article from motorpool.com.


Vincent Tsang, Walterson's Managing Director for the Forces of Valor brand, has conceded, on several occasions, that tackling the entire product portfolio is some what a daunting task, considering the depth and breath of the entire range produced under the auspices of Unimax. Thus far, they have managed to re-introduce a core quartet of 1:24 scale radio controlled vehicles to the world market, updating the components to bring them in line with today's technology and helping to set the stage for what will likely occur in the near future. They have also completed the task of revamping the 1:700 warship line, again adding a number of improvements and other refinements that should make them much appealing to collectors of maritime memorabilia.

Currently, they are working on their next project: reworking the 1:32 scale military vehicle to bring them up to today's standards and make them even more collectible by changing around some of their features and appearances. Looking beyond that, the Company next plans to re-introduce their 1:72 scale aircraft and helicopter line, no small task considering some of the criticisms the range faced when they were first offered to the public as well as the competition at-large, who have come to dominate several sectors of the marketplace with their own hi-fidelity replicas. For instance, the venerable F-14 Tomcat has been replicated by no less than five different manufacturers over the last two years, so offering a compelling, like-minded product is going to prove to be a daunting task indeed. And, if that weren't enough, the Company still has its sights set on releasing a brand new 1:16 scale Tiger I tank by year's end, one which will reinvigorate their Extreme Metal brand and likely help to increase the value of all of the previous 1:16 scale vehicles Unimax previously released.

That said, we're going to assume that the next wave of new 1:32 scale military vehicles may put in an appearance towards year's end, depending upon the manufacturer's work load and speed with which they can bring product to market. Their new web site is scheduled to go live shortly, which will also give collectors a better sense of what to expect from this new player in the diecast military space."

 

[dragon53]

FOV update.

Link: http://forcesofvalor.com/new_website/event_toyfair.php#!