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The thing to bear in mind is that ATS purchased the Lancer range of figures some time ago and Lancer figures are true 54mm. The Crimean cavalry range are made to this scale. ATS's Napoleonic range are slightly larger, compatible with Little Legion, Wilson Edwards and Tradition. The Lancer series are compatible with Asset, Yeomanry, Toy Army Workshop, Sarum Soldiers and Chota Sahib. Hope this helps.
 
PolarBear said:
Dave

Is there a US vendor for ATS?

Randy
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Hi Randy, I am not aware of a US dealer, though dealing with Nik directly was quite easy. Had my semi custom order for 6 pieces in hand in around 3-4 weeks time.

Dave
 
I just received an email from Green's Collectables, which indicated that he carries ATS. Here are the contact details:

email - ma52557@aol.com.

phone - 973-627-4961.

His address at 46 Warren Trail, Denville, NJ, 07834.
 
Thanks Mister Dave for the pic..we'll wait for the others:)As you've said, the "personality" of the figures appeal to me too.
 
Hi All,

Managed at long last to succesfully register for the forum and I am now able to post! For those of you that like and collect gloss painted napoleonic figures check out the ATS websiteat www.ats-uk.net for more unsual sets and figures that have just been added to the new release page.
 
I wish that ATS would make more cavalry sets on the "charge" for the Napoleonic and Crimean War ranges.

Cheers, Raymond.:)

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glossman said:
I wish that ATS would make more cavalry sets on the "charge" for the Napoleonic and Crimean War ranges.

Cheers, Raymond.:)

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ATS have always tried to present a different version of events, which is why, as most makers depict the actual Charge of the Light Brigade, Nik opted for the moment before the Brigade moved off. When seen in quantity they make a most impressive sight, espiecially with all the character figures in position. With regard to the Napoleonic period, why not ask Nik? He may well be able to accomodate your requests already, and if not he will be willing to listen.
 
trooper said:
ATS have always tried to present a different version of events, which is why, as most makers depict the actual Charge of the Light Brigade, Nik opted for the moment before the Brigade moved off. When seen in quantity they make a most impressive sight, espiecially with all the character figures in position. With regard to the Napoleonic period, why not ask Nik? He may well be able to accomodate your requests already, and if not he will be willing to listen.
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Hello Trooper,

Thank you very much for your perspective on the Charge of the Light Brigade and advice on the Napoleonics.

I was hoping to get gloss 54mm figures from ATS to fill the gaps in my charging cavalry which are mostly by Frontline Figures.

The character figures like Lord Raglan, the Earl of Lucan and Brigadier Airey are best on standing horses studying the progress of the battle from the hills overlooking the valley.

The Earl of Cardigan has been made in a variety of poses, but the charging figure by Frontline is my choice.

He did lead the ill fated charge with the 17th Lancers and the 13th Light Dragoons in the front line.

I am still unsure of the position of the 11th Hussars in the charge ie: front line vs middle.

Kind Regards, Raymond.:)

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Hi Raymond,
The 11th Hussars originally formed up in the front rank alongside the 17th Lancers, but were then ordered to fall back to a middle position by Lucan, much to the annoyance of Cardigan. They went into action with 7 officers and 135 ORs and lost 3 officers wounded, 25 men killed, 27 wounded, 8 taken prisoner and 72 horses killed. Hope this helps. Trooper
 
That inadvertantly got posted before I had finished. Your comments about Lucan, Airey and Raglan are incorrect regarding position. Raglan was indeed on the hills overlooking the scene, but Lucan and Airey were in advance of the Heavy Brigade following the Lights up the valley until Lucan decided to withdraw.
 
trooper said:
Hi Raymond,
The 11th Hussars originally formed up in the front rank alongside the 17th Lancers, but were then ordered to fall back to a middle position by Lucan, much to the annoyance of Cardigan. They went into action with 7 officers and 135 ORs and lost 3 officers wounded, 25 men killed, 27 wounded, 8 taken prisoner and 72 horses killed. Hope this helps. Trooper
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trooper said:
That inadvertantly got posted before I had finished. Your comments about Lucan, Airey and Raglan are incorrect regarding position. Raglan was indeed on the hills overlooking the scene, but Lucan and Airey were in advance of the Heavy Brigade following the Lights up the valley until Lucan decided to withdraw.
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Hi Trooper,

Thanks very much for clarifying the position of the 11th Hussars in the formation of the Light Brigade.

I stand corrected on the relative positions of the commanders and senior officers.

As for Major General Scarlett, he must have remained with the Heavy Brigade which was under his command.

Kind Regards, Raymond.

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Here is a picture of Lord Cardigan leading the Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava on 25th October 1854.

The picture is from this website:

http://www.britishbattles.com/

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trooper said:
ATS have always tried to present a different version of events, which is why, as most makers depict the actual Charge of the Light Brigade, Nik opted for the moment before the Brigade moved off. When seen in quantity they make a most impressive sight, espiecially with all the character figures in position. With regard to the Napoleonic period, why not ask Nik? He may well be able to accomodate your requests already, and if not he will be willing to listen.
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Hi Raymond,

As Trooper says if you make contact with Nik I am sure that he will try where possible to accommodate your requests with regard to "charging" cavalry. As someone who collects ATS mounted figures as my main theme I can confirm that Nik is always ready to listen to customers special reqjuirements for that figure or figures that are a little out of the ordinary. In fact there are a number of figures that are highlighted on the gallery page of the ATS website that feature cavalry from both the Nap'& Crimean periods that have been produced to customers personal specifiaactions. Either email or phone Nik to discuss what you actually want.
 
acw cavalry said:
Hi Raymond,

As Trooper says if you make contact with Nik I am sure that he will try where possible to accommodate your requests with regard to "charging" cavalry. As someone who collects ATS mounted figures as my main theme I can confirm that Nik is always ready to listen to customers special reqjuirements for that figure or figures that are a little out of the ordinary. In fact there are a number of figures that are highlighted on the gallery page of the ATS website that feature cavalry from both the Nap'& Crimean periods that have been produced to customers personal specifiaactions. Either email or phone Nik to discuss what you actually want.
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Hello acw cavalry,

Thank you very much for your advice.

I have just visited the ATS website and viewed the gallery images.

Indeed, there are some excellent figures and vignettes.

Nik's email address is also on the website, so I shall write him soon.

My grateful thanks to both Trooper and yourself for the very kind assistance.

Best Regards, Raymond.:)

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Raymond,

I can add to the discussion by saying that I'm also a fond fan of ATS figures, and I have many on my website. Unlike Nik, I prefer to paint mine in matt, and so I shouuldn't be posting this on a Gloss Figures discussion, but its the figures that count, isn't it?

When I was in UK last year, I saw Nik at the London Toy Soldier Show where he had row on row of his gloss figures on display and was also priveliged to meet him later at his workshop, in suburban London. What an array of figures he has there! He showed me his store of moulds, his assembly area and the paintshop area. When I wished to purchase some castings that he didn't have them in stock, he truned on the meatl pot to heat, and in a few minuted got the moulds off the shelf, fitted it into the centrifugal casting machine and then and there, cast the figures for me. Hot off the press..... it was a most enjoyable time.

This is the figure, a Prussian Infantry Drummer, 1805
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I'm sure that by making contact with Nik, and enquiring on what you want, he will either have something suitable, or get it fabricated. If you ever make it over to UK, be sure to check out the toy soldier shows and meet him.

Regards,

John
 
Obee said:
Raymond,

I can add to the discussion by saying that I'm also a fond fan of ATS figures, and I have many on my website. Unlike Nik, I prefer to paint mine in matt, and so I shouuldn't be posting this on a Gloss Figures discussion, but its the figures that count, isn't it?

When I was in UK last year, I saw Nik at the London Toy Soldier Show where he had row on row of his gloss figures on display and was also priveliged to meet him later at his workshop, in suburban London. What an array of figures he has there! He showed me his store of moulds, his assembly area and the paintshop area. When I wished to purchase some castings that he didn't have them in stock, he truned on the meatl pot to heat, and in a few minuted got the moulds off the shelf, fitted it into the centrifugal casting machine and then and there, cast the figures for me. Hot off the press..... it was a most enjoyable time.

This is the figure, a Prussian Infantry Drummer, 1805
prussian_drummer.jpg


I'm sure that by making contact with Nik, and enquiring on what you want, he will either have something suitable, or get it fabricated. If you ever make it over to UK, be sure to check out the toy soldier shows and meet him.

Regards,

John
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Hello John,

Thank you very much for joining the discussion and sharing your ATS experience.

I am very impressed by some excellent sets, figures and vignettes in the gallery section of the ATS website.

As my preference is for 54mm gloss figures, ATS would suit me very nicely.

Nik sounds very approachable and amenable to suggestions for custom figures.

I have his email address, so I shall contact him with some ideas.

Much appreciated.

Best Regards, Raymond.:)

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Hi Raymond,

I don't know if you have made conatct with Nik yet with regard to your requirements for "action" cavalry, but thought that you might like to see the attached new release form the ATS Napoleonic range. Although not an action piece in the strictess sense, it would nevertheless make a nice addition to any nap' collection.
 
Sorry Raymond not got the hang of attaching images yet!! Please be patience and I'll try again.

Regards

acw cavalry
 
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