JJDUK at the London Toy Soldier show 30th June 2012 (1 Viewer)

[Obee]

Roy,

thanks for posting the image of the 3 parts of the wall of the church.

Tower, Gate and Wall

One of my 'spies' told me abouth this late last month, but I could only go on his description, but they looks great!!!!

The 2 Grenadiers also look like new figures, beacuse it looks like they have both feet on the ground and appear to be grey painted masters.

I'd love to see the painted pieces, and it shouldn't be too long now (I hope????)

John

 

[kogu]

Yes, you're right, Obee,
sure looks like two additional poses for the Prussian Grenadier's charge.
I believe that every single one of the upcoming monthly announcements will include something for the "Battle of Leuthen".
In a few days we should hear about the news for August :wink2:
Konrad

 

[45thdiv]

It’s really nice to see the two new figures for the Prussians. I actually skipped the third figure as did not want any more figures with their foot in the air. These two will work great for me. A few of each mixed in with the first two figures will make a great display. And that church wall is very nice. I am looking forward to the August release notice. John has been a very busy guy from the look at all of the new vehicles and "back ground sets" for the ranges. I think it will be a very nice second half of the year.

James and Adam look so young. Where’s the grey hair?!!!

Matthew

 

[theBaron]

I'm even more excited now for this series, seeing the gate and wall pieces. This will be excellent!

Prost!
Brad

 

[45thdiv]

I wonder if the doors will open? That would be a really nice touch.

Matthew

 

[Old Bill]

I wonder if the doors will open? That would be a really nice touch.

Matthew

Hi Matthew,

It would be great if they did but my guess would be that they will not. If you have a look at the painting Leuthen is based on they are fimly barred - and at least one fusilier has an axe raised to break them open.
I'm hoping John will include him in his releases!

Roy.

 

[Maj. Duncan Heyward]

Roy, thanks for posting those images, great to see how we look from the other side of the table! I never noticed you taking them, apart from when you made us pose!

Here is an original picture previewing the Leuthen resin terrain. Which will consist of 3 pieces.
Another picture on our intel thread showing the third (Brick wall section from the right hand side of the gate).

We seriously can't wait to see these painted! Am clearing a space in my cabinet for these. We are told the length is 2 foot, so should make a great shelf display.

 

[Old Bill]

WOW......... Fantastic! Thanks for posting Major - book me a seat on the Leuthen series!

Roy.

 

[marco55]

Leuthen seem to be stacking up as a nice little sub range,sorta like Snowshoes.
Mark

 

[nysoldiers]

If this series goes well John can use the same figures with different "base" colors for a variety of SYW campaigns.
I think they would fit in nicely with FL and Kronprinz.

We may also see a "War of the Roses" series!

 

[Artillery_crazy]

Roy, thanks for posting those images, great to see how we look from the other side of the table! I never noticed you taking them, apart from when you made us pose!

Here is an original picture previewing the Leuthen resin terrain. Which will consist of 3 pieces.
Another picture on our intel thread showing the third (Brick wall section from the right hand side of the gate).

We seriously can't wait to see these painted! Am clearing a space in my cabinet for these. We are told the length is 2 foot, so should make a great shelf display.

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Fantastic defenses....will come as a great addition to our diorama plans.....let me know when these are ready and orders can be taken....

 

[45thdiv]

Really fantastic stuff. I am looking forward to these releases.

Matthew

 

[villagehorse]

Need one too, list in order though John, still waiting for the pack horse, than the elephant before this structure. Cheers, Robin.

 

[45thdiv]

Hi Robin,

I agree, I want that Pack horse too. It fits in so many of the ranges. I want to use it in the Braddock set up. I don't really recall reading that they had them, but I am sure it would not be wrong and I was fortunate enough to see the master last November. It is really well done. Sometimes I buy a figure even though I don't collect the range simply because I love the sculpting that John has done on it.

Matthew

 

[villagehorse]

Hi Robin,

I agree, I want that Pack horse too. It fits in so many of the ranges. I want to use it in the Braddock set up. I don't really recall reading that they had them, but I am sure it would not be wrong and I was fortunate enough to see the master last November. It is really well done. Sometimes I buy a figure even though I don't collect the range simply because I love the sculpting that John has done on it.

Matthew

Yes Matthew, what I really enjoy is mixing and matching with different series. I plan if it works out to use this latest fort in my Imperial China series. I have pack camels and donkeys so the pack horse would complete the set, for me probably consider using with my Light Horse. Cheers, Robin.

 

[Artillery_crazy]

Leuthen Gate and Walls ...when

Hi again,
James and Adam had a laminated photo copy of this picture of the Leuthen Gate and Walls on their stand. I took a quick snap of it.
I can't wait to see the painted product - Should be stunning. Up to now I 've only collected the Knights of the Skies
series but I'm going to have to go with Leuthen as well now!

Cheers,
Roy.

Hi All,

Any idea when the Leuthen Gate and Walls be ready for market and expected price?
Please drop a note to the thread if and when you know.

Thks

Luiz

 

[Fraxinus]

Hi Guys,

As it regards pack horses at BoM, the answer is huge YES. The historical documents of the period regularly reference the "pack horses" as "batt horses", but what "batt" is a reference to exactly, I do not know. We could also use a number of cattle with drivers for BoM. I have spent some time searching for cattle at shows, but I do not know of any cattle figures that really go with the current style of 60mm painted metal sets.


From Halkett's Orderly books, 44th Regiment.

An interesting entry for July 7th (2 days before the battle): I believe that Parole = Sentry Password. Under Arms = musket resting on shoulder, heels together, toes pointing out, back straight, free hand pointing down - (OMG, a BoM figure we do not have!!!!). I am leaving the spelling and grammar as in the original. I inserted the "(Pack)" as clarification. Of some interest, the journal entry below indicates that the British troops were required to have their bayonets fixed for at lease some elements of the march, if not all aspects of the march. The downside of a fixed bayonet is less accurate shooting.

Camp on the East Side of Turtle Creek July ye: 7th: 1755
The Parole is Dublin
Field Officer for to Morrow Major Sparke
For the Genls: Guard the 48th Regt.

1 Serjt 1 Corpl & 10 man to be Added to the rear Guard Immediately. The Batt (Pack) Horses betwixt the line of March & the picquets of the Left Flank And when the wood is so thick they Cannot proceed they Are to fall into the rear and As soon as the wood oppens they Are Again to March forwards. If upon a march it should be found proper to Advance the line, the Advance partys Are to remain at the proper Posts facing Outwards. Upon the march when the Troops halt half of each advance party remains Under Arms with fixt Bayonets facing outwards. And the other half may sit down. The Genl (Drum Beat) to beat to Morrow Morning at 5 oClock. A Detach of 1 Sub & 20 Grands (Grenadiers): from Regt and one Capt One Sub: & 20 Rank & File to parade at 1 oClock in the Morning at the Rear Gun.

 

[Maj. Duncan Heyward]

Fab post Frax! Really gives some atmosphere...
I really liked the Pack horses when i saw them, and with interchangable packs, we could have 4 versions with two packs.
The entry makes me think of all the red tape and paper work I have to do in my day job....
it was no different back then!

Hi Guys,

As it regards pack horses at BoM, the answer is huge YES. The historical documents of the period regularly reference the "pack horses" as "batt horses", but what "batt" is a reference to exactly, I do not know. We could also use a number of cattle with drivers for BoM. I have spent some time searching for cattle at shows, but I do not know of any cattle figures that really go with the current style of 60mm painted metal sets.


From Halkett's Orderly books, 44th Regiment.

An interesting entry for July 7th (2 days before the battle): I believe that Parole = Sentry Password. Under Arms = musket resting on shoulder, heels together, toes pointing out, back straight, free hand pointing down - (OMG, a BoM figure we do not have!!!!). I am leaving the spelling and grammar as in the original. I inserted the "(Pack)" as clarification. Of some interest, the journal entry below indicates that the British troops were required to have their bayonets fixed for at lease some elements of the march, if not all aspects of the march. The downside of a fixed bayonet is less accurate shooting.

Camp on the East Side of Turtle Creek July ye: 7th: 1755
The Parole is Dublin
Field Officer for to Morrow Major Sparke
For the Genls: Guard the 48th Regt.

1 Serjt 1 Corpl & 10 man to be Added to the rear Guard Immediately. The Batt (Pack) Horses betwixt the line of March & the picquets of the Left Flank And when the wood is so thick they Cannot proceed they Are to fall into the rear and As soon as the wood oppens they Are Again to March forwards. If upon a march it should be found proper to Advance the line, the Advance partys Are to remain at the proper Posts facing Outwards. Upon the march when the Troops halt half of each advance party remains Under Arms with fixt Bayonets facing outwards. And the other half may sit down. The Genl (Drum Beat) to beat to Morrow Morning at 5 oClock. A Detach of 1 Sub & 20 Grands (Grenadiers): from Regt and one Capt One Sub: & 20 Rank & File to parade at 1 oClock in the Morning at the Rear Gun.