Two maimed Britains Ltd. (1 Viewer)

[Elemeno]

Hello,
I'm new to this forum and collecting lead toy soldiers, something I've been interested in for many years. I've been retired for 10 yrs. after 45 yrs. as a carpenter/cabinetmaker and I'm finally getting some toy soldiers. I posted first on the general discussion about some Johillco figures I have. These are my two latest finds that I want to repair. I think the one with the grey pants represents the 89th Reg. at The Battle of Crysler's Farm in Ontario 1813, please correct me if I'm wrong. The other I don't know. I'm just getting into this and am not familiar with regiments, battalions and rank of soldiers of the British Empire during the 17th and 18th century, which is the time period I enjoy collecting. I also like repairing them, (as best I can) for I have never done it before. If I'm ever able to get a few "Ancients" I'll probably leave them as they are. Thanks to all. I'll start another thread to show my others.

 

[BHogan]

Hello,
I'm new to this forum and collecting lead toy soldiers, something I've been interested in for many years. I've been retired for 10 yrs. after 45 yrs. as a carpenter/cabinetmaker and I'm finally getting some toy soldiers. I posted first on the general discussion about some Johillco figures I have. These are my two latest finds that I want to repair. I think the one with the grey pants represents the 89th Reg. at The Battle of Crysler's Farm in Ontario 1813, please correct me if I'm wrong. The other I don't know. I'm just getting into this and am not familiar with regiments, battalions and rank of soldiers of the British Empire during the 17th and 18th century, which is the time period I enjoy collecting. I also like repairing them, (as best I can) for I have never done it before. If I'm ever able to get a few "Ancients" I'll probably leave them as they are. Thanks to all. I'll start another thread to show my others.

The Napoleonic era figure on the left looks like it is from W.Britain set No. 9160 "Canada, Fort Henry Guards, 89th Regiment." If you look up Scott's Soldiers on YouTube, he's done a few videos that feature this set. Here's mine (box set in middle):


The 49th and 89th were only sold from the Fort Wellington and Fort Henry gift shops in Prescott and Kingston, Ontario, respectively.

Brendan

 

[Elemeno]

Thank you Brendan,
That's great to know and now I know what the missing arm looks like, hopefully the poor guy will have a new one soon! Any idea as to the manufacturing date of this set?

 

[BHogan]

Thank you Brendan,
That's great to know and now I know what the missing arm looks like, hopefully the poor guy will have a new one soon! Any idea as to the manufacturing date of this set?

I believe 1960s.

Brendan

 

[Elemeno]

Thank you.

 

[theBaron]

If you are interested in repairing yours, you can have a look at London Bridge Collector's Toys, at https://londonbridgecollectorstoys.com/. London Bridge is a Britains vendor and is licensed to sell replacement parts.
The company was previously local to us here in the Lehigh Valley, PA, but the owner retired and sold the business to the same gentleman who also owns the classic Imrie-Risley brand. With the two you showed about, it wouldn't be difficult to add replacement limbs. I'd strip the old paint, replace the missing limbs, then prime and paint them. You can find threads here in the forum with similar work to repair or refurbish old toy soldiers. It's fun and rewarding to do!

Prost!
Brad

 

[Elemeno]

Thank you Brad I will look into that company for parts. I must say though that I enjoy the challenge of making a small mould then pouring lead and making them. Of course arms are somewhat easy compared to heads! i'm not sure I would attempt heads without a good accurate mould. Thanks again for all your help.