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Capitolron

Capitolron

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I fear the days of the Old Guard maybe numbered :eek::eek:

How many of you Napoleonic Collectors have collections of the Old Guard and lets see some of them.
 
Unfortunately, my Old Guard collection at the moment is limited to one solitary Grenadier holding his ground on the shelf:(. Still think it's a great range though, despite not having more.

I suppose if you're into the Napoleonic period at all, you just have to have the Guard represented somewhere - they're classic elite troops from the era.

Ron, I have a sneaking feeling that as THE French aficionado on the forum, your Guard ranks might be somewhat more swelled than mine, so if so, do post some pictures, it'd be great to see them!

Cheers,

Molloy.
 
In my opinion, I think the Collectors' Club first released Old Guard has a more correct uniform color and the tassel at the side of the bear skin cap has more details on it.

The regular releases of the Old guard had a dark blue colored uniform and seemed somewhat off to me.

So I am looking forward to First Legion's to be released soon Old Guards. They seemed to me the right shade of uniform color and very animated poses and facial gestures. If they turn out to be alright I may consider selling my K&C Old Guards... So watch out for my posts guys!
 
Molloy said:
Unfortunately, my Old Guard collection at the moment is limited to one solitary Grenadier holding his ground on the shelf:(. Still think it's a great range though, despite not having more.

I suppose if you're into the Napoleonic period at all, you just have to have the Guard represented somewhere - they're classic elite troops from the era.

Ron, I have a sneaking feeling that as THE French aficionado on the forum, your Guard ranks might be somewhat more swelled than mine, so if so, do post some pictures, it'd be great to see them!

Cheers,

Molloy.
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Molloy

I am actually waiting on a delivery of a NEW CURIO CABINET - Today ! :D

Once that is in place - I plan to have them set in that cabinet with my new Russians ! ;)

Right now, I have my Old Guard spread out between three curio cabinets at home and in the office.

I wished Andy would make some OLD GUARD Firing Figures - it would look really cool IMHO :cool:

Yes - photos will be coming soon. I want to invite you (and others) to join our new NAPOLEONIC Social Club here on the forum - a great place to show all our Napoleonics from all makers.

Ron
 
Capitolron said:
Molloy

I am actually waiting on a delivery of a NEW CURIO CABINET - Today ! :D

Once that is in place - I plan to have them set in that cabinet with my new Russians ! ;)

Right now, I have my Old Guard spread out between three curio cabinets at home and in the office.

I wished Andy would make some OLD GUARD Firing Figures - it would look really cool IMHO :cool:

Yes - photos will be coming soon. I want to invite you (and others) to join our new NAPOLEONIC Social Club here on the forum - a great place to show all our Napoleonics from all makers.

Ron
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A Napoleonic Social Club?? Sounds very interesting - do tell me more?

Cheers,

Molloy.
 
Molloy said:
A Napoleonic Social Club?? Sounds very interesting - do tell me more?

Cheers,

Molloy.
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Check your user cp and click on Social clubs. You will find several Including my own Bloody Mary Lounge! (Shameless plug):eek:
 
kilted vampire said:
Check your user cp and click on Social clubs. You will find several Including my own Bloody Mary Lounge! (Shameless plug):eek:
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Ah, ok, never noticed that before! Joined, and joined - thanks for the invites lads!

Cheers,

Molloy.
 
Hi Guys,

Just to set Ron’s mind at ease… Napoleon’s Old Guard is not, I repeat not, being retired! Reinforcements are on the way… Watch this space…

Vive la Garde… Vive l’Empereur… Vive l’entente cordiale!
Best wishes and happy collecting.

Andy C.
 
Dear Andy

I am watching :eek: ... but don't see nothing happening .

jokes aside ... with news like this, I will gladly vote you First Consul :D :D :D

OD
 
King & Country said:
Hi Guys,

Just to set Ron’s mind at ease… Napoleon’s Old Guard is not, I repeat not, being retired! Reinforcements are on the way… Watch this space…

Vive la Garde… Vive l’Empereur… Vive l’entente cordiale!
Best wishes and happy collecting.

Andy C.
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THE BRITISH EMPIRE TREMBLES AT THIS NEWS !

:D :D :D

Oh - What a relief ! :) :) :)

VIVE L'EMPERUER ANDY !
 
King & Country said:
Hi Guys,

Just to set Ron’s mind at ease… Napoleon’s Old Guard is not, I repeat not, being retired! Reinforcements are on the way… Watch this space…

Vive la Garde… Vive l’Empereur… Vive l’entente cordiale!
Best wishes and happy collecting.

Andy C.
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Andy

I was reading your wonderful post and then thought - "Could Reinforcements mean Shooting Old Guard Figures?"

Could it ? Andy, my heart is a flutter :eek: Oh, please, Oh, please.....

Your Humble Loyal Collector,

Ron
 
Well Ron my man

in your footsteps ...
 

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How's that ...

not the best shot ... but I'll be back with more

OD
 
OD

Thats GREAT ! :D

Funny - I have TWO RHA 6 POUNDER GUNS TOO ! :eek:

Have got any of the Del Prado RHA Flag Men ? - They are great and look good with these sets.

Nice Display - Give Us More Pictures ;)
 
Ron,

Glad you like it. One of them RHA gun ..is a Build A Rama piece. Its slightly larger than K&C's 6 pounder.

I really do wish to thank you for leading the way with this photo thing ... Will be posting more to share soon.

OD
 
OldDragon said:
Ron,

Glad you like it. One of them RHA gun ..is a Build A Rama piece. Its slightly larger than K&C's 6 pounder.

I really do wish to thank you for leading the way with this photo thing ... Will be posting more to share soon.

OD
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Opps - You are right it is larger isn't it :eek:

Eyes aren't what they use to be ;)

How are those Build A Rama Guns? I havent got any :confused:
 
I rather wish that K&C would offer their guns individually ... with different sets of gunners.

Well, I settle for just their guns alone.

OD
 
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