Opinion on Figarti minatures (compared to King and country) (1 Viewer)

[Sgtkillroy1944]

as a loyal king and country collector i have been wanting to venture out into some different companies and would like to know what you figarti collectors think about these minatures

Quality?

Detail?

Expression?

Worth the money?

In Comparison with king and country?

^&confuse

 

[Louis Badolato]

Only the very best of Figarti figures are the equal of King & Country figures - the one draw back with Figarti is inconsistent sculpting of the figures, some (maybe 1 in 3) are on a par with K&C, the rest are not as good.

However, the vehicles are all superior to K&C vehicles. Figarti vehicles are produced with a combination of polystone and a large amount of metal detail pieces. At one time, Figarti vehicles were substantially more expensive, but presently they are on a par with K&C price wise. Accordingly, in my opinion they are definitely worth the money. In my opinion, despite stylistic differences, Figarti, Thomas Gunn, Honour Bound and K&C all work very well together.

 

[Firebat]

Re: Opinion on Figarti miniatures (compared to King and country)

Battle Scene Productions has been at the forefront of provoking more of a 1/35th scale modeling mentality within this hobby, almost as far as creating a new hobby within the Toy Soldier Industry.

We have been involved with Figarti for a number of years, and we have had many discussions with Rick regarding this premise. Rick is making an effort to produce what amounts to a scale model replica, not a Toy Soldier.

Louis gave an accurate account above. Figarti has accomplished this mission with their vehicles, but for some reason they are not consistent with their figures as of yet.

So if you like accuracy and realism Figarti is the definitive choice (Vehicles).

In recent correspondence with Rick he was a bit vague about Figarti's direction. Would they just make vehicles in the future, or would they lay low for a while, and make arrangments to produce better figures through new strategic alliances.

At this point the competition is incredible, there are a lot of well made products out there. But Figarti does have a distinct advantage in vehicles.

 

[Saber]

Only the very best of Figarti figures are the equal of King & Country figures - the one draw back with Figarti is inconsistent sculpting of the figures, some (maybe 1 in 3) are on a par with K&C, the rest are not as good.

However, the vehicles are all superior to K&C vehicles. Figarti vehicles are produced with a combination of polystone and a large amount of metal detail pieces. At one time, Figarti vehicles were substantially more expensive, but presently they are on a par with K&C price wise. Accordingly, in my opinion they are definitely worth the money. In my opinion, despite stylistic differences, Figarti, Thomas Gunn, Honour Bound and K&C all work very well together.

I would agree with the above post. IMHO the figure issue has always been the biggest concern with Figarti. However I must say I really like the figures I have received with the new Moser release although they are still a tad smaller than K&C, but then again not all soldiers are the exactly 6 foot either:wink2:. The Figarti figures have a more weathered or rough look to them giving them a different feel than K&C figures. That being said some still mix fine with K&C and some of the other manufactures. I think using the 1 in 3 number given by Louis is a pretty good estimate of how many really will work well with K&C figures.

 

[MapleLeaf]

I tought Figarti was associated with Aeroart
What happened??
The figures should be first class then
They should be giving FL a run for the money
Is figarti and Aeroart divorced already??
Anybody knows??

 

[joesgis]

I tought Figarti was associated with Aeroart
What happened??
The figures should be first class then
They should be giving FL a run for the money
Is figarti and Aeroart divorced already??
Anybody knows??

Last I heard, things are actively in the works.

 

[joesgis]

Only the very best of Figarti figures are the equal of King & Country figures - the one draw back with Figarti is inconsistent sculpting of the figures, some (maybe 1 in 3) are on a par with K&C, the rest are not as good.

However, the vehicles are all superior to K&C vehicles. Figarti vehicles are produced with a combination of polystone and a large amount of metal detail pieces. At one time, Figarti vehicles were substantially more expensive, but presently they are on a par with K&C price wise. Accordingly, in my opinion they are definitely worth the money. In my opinion, despite stylistic differences, Figarti, Thomas Gunn, Honour Bound and K&C all work very well together.

I completely concur w/ everything you have said here Louis.

 

[Jackaroo]

Much wiser folk that I; have wrapped up all things Figarti, in a very succinct manner. Personally I really like their product, their vehicles are widely celebrated … Some of their figure sets are amongst my all time favourites “Lost in the Desert” and their “Highlanders Ready”.

I am also wondering about the status of their proposed alliance/joint venture with AeroArt – Marco Polo collection. I hope it comes to fruition.

Alby

 

[Firebat]

As BSP continues to work on our Figarti RR scene, I would say that the majority of figures included with certain pieces, and those sold separately are are unique and well done. Alex

 

[Blowtorch]

as a loyal king and country collector i have been wanting to venture out into some different companies and would like to know what you figarti collectors think about these minatures

Quality?

Detail?

Expression?

Worth the money?

In Comparison with king and country?

^&confuse

Well, there's nothing like writing a review for 30 min to have the forum log you off & discard everything ^&grin

Let's see if I can remember:


I think the latest Figarti is as good as anything out there...minus the recent Germans, which may be the source of the negativity lately.

For example, if you go to the Figarti web page, and look at their latest allies, British, US, & Russian, I think anyone would have to say they are quite good. Personally I think the Russians could use some improvement on the painting, but the sculpting is excellent. In the British, take a look at the Firefly & everything on down the list. Pretty outstanding figs in pose, sculpt, & painting imo. Same with the Polish. For the Americans, take a look at Tarawa, US Army, Red Ball, & DDAY+1. Again, they hold their own in my eyes & are as good as any Americans ever made.

I can only compare the Brit ETA-8, 13 & 14 with K&C Market Garden, as they are the only Brits I have. Sizewise, the same...if you account for the paras wearing a field jacket & the Figarti are only in shirts. However the Figarti have much finer details in the face & weaponry (and the weapons are truer to scale). The whole reason I have the Figarti Brits in the first place is that they are that good. I don't have any other Brit infantry in my collection. Honestly, I think they are the best Brit infantry out there.

I don't have any Figarti Americans, but have seen them at shows & they are as good as my comments for Brits above and can hold their own.

The recent Germans just don't do it for me, and I don't like either the poses or painting. Now it could be that they aren't in the particular era I favor, so perhaps others could chime in. But if you look at the old winter 88 & the figs that came with it, Figarti can make fine Germans.

In summary I think very highly of the recent Brits, Americans, Polish & Russians, the latter needing some painting improvements, and the Germans just aren't doing it for me at all. Yes they are worth the money to me.

 

[Blowtorch]

It turns out I have some K&C FoB Brits...again, because I liked them that much. To me, all scale correctly, and it's splitting hairs. Here are some quickies:


I made the pics large to capture the detail, but I would suggest you download them & zoom out to render them smaller. You'll never be looking at them so close

 

[Mitch]

the AFV's are really very good however, even though these brit troops are better than some they are still not at the same level as they do their AFV's. Rick did mention whenI brought this up a while back that aeroart were sending their top painters to the factory for masterclass training and addressing the sculpting

We shall see what the future brings
Mitch

 

[wayne556517]

I find FIGARTI AFV,s are the best on par with K+C,HB TCS and there figures grow on you,they have there own personality if you know what i mean its what make FIGARTI,FIGARTI mate the best advice i can give you is to get a set and make your own mind up,like i said AFV,s you will love but the figures grab a set and decide,i have a heap of there figures and the only sets i didn't like was the 2 winter sets surprise and attack sets as they where larger than usual and the V2 figures are larger than K+C as well but so is the launch control vehicle but the refueling Truck they where spot on except the bloke hanging off the truck he was small,more 1/32 scale.

 

[wayne556517]

When i say didn't like i meant i do like the sets just don't go well with rest of my sets a bit large.

 

[wayne556517]

Tell ya what mate grab this set for 69 US if you don't like it will buy it off you (go halves in postage.........{sm4})

 

[Combat]

I tought Figarti was associated with Aeroart
What happened??
The figures should be first class then
They should be giving FL a run for the money
Is figarti and Aeroart divorced already??
Anybody knows??

Both have a case of the slows. That may be a product of coming up with something great, but it's often frustrating for their collectors. No instant gratification.

 

[PanzerAce1944]

It turns out I have some K&C FoB Brits...again, because I liked them that much. To me, all scale correctly, and it's splitting hairs. Here are some quickies:
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I made the pics large to capture the detail, but I would suggest you download them & zoom out to render them smaller. You'll never be looking at them so close

Excellent quality photos.Clear and crisp showing all of the details !

 

[Blowtorch]

Excellent quality photos.Clear and crisp showing all of the details !

credit goes to the manufacturers. Can't have good close pics if the quality isn't there.

 

[Jackaroo]

Blowtorch,

Great little analysis/comparison piece, supported by some excellent photos, I enjoyed reading it. Glad to see that Brit Highlanders were used for the photo shoot. I as mentioned in my post below, IMHO I think they are a superb set, my favorite Brits thus far. Also agree on your thoughts regarding the recent German releases … they just didn’t “float my boat”. Cheers, Alby

 

[jbonzo1]

Only the very best of Figarti figures are the equal of King & Country figures - the one draw back with Figarti is inconsistent sculpting of the figures, some (maybe 1 in 3) are on a par with K&C, the rest are not as good.

However, the vehicles are all superior to K&C vehicles. Figarti vehicles are produced with a combination of polystone and a large amount of metal detail pieces. At one time, Figarti vehicles were substantially more expensive, but presently they are on a par with K&C price wise. Accordingly, in my opinion they are definitely worth the money. In my opinion, despite stylistic differences, Figarti, Thomas Gunn, Honour Bound and K&C all work very well together.

Louis nailed it.
When the figures are good, they are very good.
Figarti polystone AFV's are in a class with Honour Bound. I really like the commander that came with the JS-2... he looks very Russian to me!