November 2019 Soldiers (1 Viewer)

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Coming Soon

A sneak preview of our Panzer IV which will be available very shortly.






New Persians


A few shots of one of our new Persians, a big improvement on the last batch with improved sculpting and painting which I am sure you collectors of Ancients will appreciate. Next year we hope to see some Britons/Celts to enhance our Ancients collection and dare I say it a few Romans!





That is all for this month and in fact for 2019, we sincerely hope you enjoy our offerings and thank you for all your support. You can contact us by replying to this newsletter or emailing us on welcome@gunnclub.co.uk, all products will be on our website shortly www.tomgunn.co.uk. We will of course be at London on December 7th with our Panzer IV on display plus all the new Persians and hopefully something like seven magnificent (or should it be magnificent seven!) Zulu war figures.
Best wishes The Gunn Team

 

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The War in Vietnam


Our B version of NAM001 wear the unit markings of one of the famous American army regiments, the 82nd 'All American' Airborne.
Really no more needs to be said about these bad boys, if there is or has been trouble you will find these guys have already been there!


NAM001C our third and last version also make an appearance this time wearing the unit marking of the 1st Air Cavalry Division. A unit that was established in 1921 and has since then go onto serve in WW2, Korea, Vietnam and various other more modern conflicts. The Division has the unique honour of having fought as cavalry, infantry, armoured and as air assault troops during its existence.


Once again these are probably our last GI's on parade before we switch over to some fighting variants.
Available as a strictly limited 4 man boxed set and priced at $150/£135 with only 25 sets per version available.









The Club Figure(s)


CLUB 055; Italian Folgore on parade with camouflage helmet, priced at $42.50/£39 or free if you spend £200/$300 with us.

 

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ACC PACK043; A seated driver suitable for driving the recently released Dodge Jeep. Suitably dressed for a European climate or the tropics, this figure will really bring your Dodge to life.
Limited to 100 in number and priced at $35 per figure whilst stocks last.

 

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The war in the Pacific


RS061B: Senda Sadasue officer was a career officer in the Japanese army during WW2, he is best remembered for his steadfast defence on Iwo Jima.


Sadasue became chief of the discipline section in the Sendai Army Youth School on 1 August 1939. On 29 May 1940, he became commanding officer of the 44th Infantry Regiment of the Japanese Imperial Army.
He later became commandant of the Sendai Army Youth School on 5 February 1943, a post he maintained until 27 November 1944.


In Autumn 1944, General Kuribayashi in charge of the defence of the island of Iwo Jima replaced many local officers with others whom he judged more competent. One of these new arrivals was Major General Senda Sadasue after Kuribayashi requested "the best infantry leaders" available.





ACC PACK037 WW2 Bunker;


Our first bunker which has been designed to be viewed from the rear or the front, you can really take your pick with this one.!
Comes with some great little details such as detachable roof, light switch, fitted fire extinguisher, wall poster and even roof lights!
Bunker measures 23 cm wide (9.25 inches) by 14.5 cm (6 inches) long.
Initial release of 100 planned.
Different versions and add on's also planned including an underground version with adjoining rooms.
Priced at $125/£115 per bunker with only 100 available of this version.

 

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USA019: General George Patton is probably ranked as one of the most famous and colourful of all American Generals. His hard-driving personality and success as a commander were at times overshadowed by his controversial public statements. His philosophy of leading from the front and his ability to inspire troops with attention-getting, vulgarity-ridden speeches, such as his famous address to the 3rd Army were met favorably by his troops, but much less so by a sharply divided Allied high command. His emphasis on rapid and aggressive offensive action proved effective, and he was regarded highly by his opponents in the German army. An award-winning biographical film released in 1970 helped solidify his image as an American folk hero.
Our depiction of Patton has him as a Three Star General purposefully striding to wherever duty calls.
Limited edition of 100 pieces and priced at $42.50/£39 per figure.

 

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World War 2


Italy001B: The second version of our Folgore on parade, this time with different webbing/equipment and armed with the Beretta machine gun.


Italy001C: The third and most likely last version of our Folgore on parade, just before we introduce some fighting Italians. This four man variant sports camouflaged helmets and are armed instead with rifles.


Priced at $150/£135 per box of four figures which represents great value.
Also available as a single CLUB figure, see notes at the bottom of this newsletter for details. Please note both sets limited to 25 in number.

 

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GW101A; Lt Albert Borella 26th Battalion AIF, initially after a heroic journey across Australia joined as a Private when war broke out, he received subsequent promotion and was eventually commissioned. His citation for the VC at age 37 is as follows:


During the period 17/18 July... Lieutenant Borella, whilst leading his platoon charged and captured an enemy machine-gun, shooting two gunners. He then led his party by now reduced to 10 men and two Lewis guns, against a very strongly held trench, using his revolver and later a rifle with great effect and causing many casualties. Two large dug-outs were also bombed and 30 prisoners taken...
He received his VC from King George V, three of Borella's brothers also served during the war: Charles and James in the 7th Battalion and Rex in the 8th Light Horse. All survived and returned to Australia when the war ended.


GW101B: Lt Percy Storkey 19th Battalion AIF, was a New Zealander living in Australia when war broke out. He enlisted in the Australian army and was awarded the VC in 1918 by King George V as follows:


For most conspicuous bravery, leadership and devotion to duty when in charge of a platoon in attack. On emerging from the wood the enemy trench line was encountered and Lt. Storkey found himself with six men. While continuing his move forward a large enemy party about 80 to 100 strong, armed with several machine guns was noticed to be holding up the advance of the troops on the right. Lt. Storkey immediately decided to attack this party from the flank and rear, and while moving forward in the attack was joined by Lt. Lipscomb and four other men.
Under the leadership of Lt. Storkey, this small party of two officers and ten other ranks charged the enemy position with fixed bayonets, driving the enemy out, killing and wounding about thirty, and capturing three officers and fifty men, also taking possession of one machine gun. The splendid courage shown by this officer in quickly deciding his course of action, and his skillful method of attacking against such great odds, removed a dangerous obstacle to the advance of the troops on the right, and inspired the remainder of our small party with the utmost confidence when advancing to the objective line.


Both officers limited to 100 in number and priced at $42.50/£39.
We hope you enjoy this first batch of heroes, more to follow soon!





GW103 Field Marshall Lord Haig; Douglas Haig was a Scottish born senior officer who commanded the British Expeditionary Force in France during WW1. He was commander during the Somme, Arras, Ypres and various other campaigns. Although he gained a favourable reputation during the immediate post-war years, with his funeral becoming a day of national mourning, Haig has since the 1960's become an object of criticism for his leadership during the First World War. Armchair generals are still very much in vogue and as loud today, as some of you may have noticed!


Limited edition of 100 pieces, priced at $45/£40 which includes the medal table.



GW104: King George V


George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert; 3 June 1865 – 20 January 1936) was King of Great Britain and Emperor of India from 1910 until 1936. Our depiction of him in military uniform shows him as he would have appeared during WW1 carrying out official military engagements.

A limited edition of 100 pieces priced at $45/£40 which also includes the medal presentation table as per the photographs.

 

[Horus]

What a good mix of offerings, definitely some for me here.
I really like the camouflage pattern on the Panzer IV and the side skirts armour too.
Have you set a price on the Panzer yet ?

Steve

 

[Gunn Miniatures]

Dear All

Firstly an apology as there are a few errors in last night's newsletter as follows:


1. All items for this release will be available 3rd December and shipped very promptly then just in time for Christmas. We have only been informed by TNT this morning that they are not shipping more than 50 kilos per customers at present out of China, so we have had to book another shipper.


2. GW100 and GW102 will be available in January as not quite ready for this shipment. Once again we have only been informed about this today and apologise for any inconvenience.


3. The pictures in last nights newsletter were very large and these have now been down sized in this new version of the newsletter, this will hopefully prevent some peoples mailboxes crashing!




World War 1


GW099: General Sir John Monash is considered one of the greatest Australian officers of all time. His Jewish family originally came from what was then Germany, the family emigrating to Australia in the 19th century.


Monash was recognized for his intelligence from an early age and his family encouraged his education. He graduated from Melbourne with a Masters in Engineering and a Degree in Law later on. He enlisted in his local Militia pre WW1 and during WW1 he initially commanded the 13th infantry brigade. He later went on to command the Australian Corps on the western front. He was responsible for the planning and successful attack at Amiens which saw the Allies finally breakthrough the German lines en masse. He was knighted on the Battlefield by King George V a few days later, the first time this had happened in 200 years.


Our depiction of Monash in military uniform also comes with the medal presentation table. Priced at $45/£40 and like the rest of our new products shipping on 3rd December.





Last month we had on offer some German Knights Cross recipients, this month its the time of the Allies from WW1 to line up and collect their medals! The Victoria Cross is the highest award for bravery Great Britain can bestow upon her soldiers and she was lucky enough to be supported by some very plucky troops from all over the empire during both wars. This month we have concentrated on the Australian army.

 

[Peiper007]

Nothing for me this month, the Panxzer IV looks good, but the pictures look a bit clean for me, would like to see what the end vehicle or vehicles look like, do not know if there will be different versions, summer, winter, desert etc.

Like bunkers, it is one thing i think is missing from our hobby, have a lot of the Verlinden bunkers. This one does not appeal, it is a 'generic bunker' which is the same for me as producing a generic tank. The only bunker i can think it looks like would be one used at a test facility for something such as a V1 or V2 site, certainly not for D Day. The quality does look good and i like the way they have put the camo holes in it.

Bit fan of Thomas Gunn, have spent around £1600 on their stuuf this year and it will be the first place i go at the London Show, need a couple of the newer WW2 Germans and always on the lookout for more 9th Legion Romans and cavarly [Green Shield]. Plus always nice to see the new planes to see what i could spend any lottery win on.

 

[BHogan]

These First World War additions are excellent. I'll be adding the Haig figure to my collection, since I already have a figure of King George V made by K&C.

Brendan

 

[wayne556517]

WW1 sets are brilliant they will be bought and the bunker have a V1 sight just waiting for it.
I think Patton is coming home as well another interesting month from TGM, can't wait for the "finished" PZIV.

 

[egonzinc]

Fell in love with the WWI offerings. Very different and extremely well executed.
will be adding some of these to my WWI display.

 

[Nicholas V Hall]

Thought we were getting some Zulu war figures?

 

[Hunter Rose]

Any chance you'll be making some of the Panzer IV models with no decals?

I'd be interested in ordering a few in just the base paint job, and marking them to my own preference.

 

[Gunn Miniatures]

Thought we were getting some Zulu war figures?

Sculpts will be at London, delivery hopefully January!

 

[Gunn Miniatures]

Any chance you'll be making some of the Panzer IV models with no decals?

I'd be interested in ordering a few in just the base paint job, and marking them to my own preference.

Yes there will be a small batch of 40 with no decals applied but they will be in the box if needed.

 

[Gunn Miniatures]

What a good mix of offerings, definitely some for me here.
I really like the camouflage pattern on the Panzer IV and the side skirts armour too.
Have you set a price on the Panzer yet ?

Steve

No final price yet but hopefully around the $180 mark.

 

[Peiper007]

No final price yet but hopefully around the $180 mark.

That is a really good price, will be definately look at buying.

 

[Peiper007]

Yes there will be a small batch of 40 with no decals applied but they will be in the box if needed.

Will there only be a single colour scheme?