Over the last couple of weeks I have made some decent progress with my 1745 project, I thought I might share some images with you and also my thoughts on what it might actually look like.
The project itself is aimed at Sharp Practice, gaming company level actions for the most part. I want a good mix of troop types but only really those that would likely have seen extensive action.
Extending out a bit chum Chris has decided to throw in his lot and pick up some figures (mainly I suspect because I didn't want to do the Irish and Chris felt this a must) this will add great variety to our larger games. He picked up a bunch of second hand Front Rank figures which I think will compliment well the Flags of War I mainly have as both are nice chunky characterful figures.
For the Government side I plan either 3 or 5 groups of 8 British regulars, these will be based on Barrels regiment, 2 groups of 8 Dragoons mounted and dismounted based on Cobham's. A few Loyalist volunteers as the Glasgow Regiment and some Loyalist Highland Militia to round it off. This gives me enough for a reasonable sized action and figures for a number of different scenarios. I may add some Government Highlanders but fancy these as skirmishers really.
For the Jacobite's 3 groups of 8 Royal Ecossais, 1 group of 8 Baggot's Hussars and lots of wild Highlanders supported by 2 or 3 groups of lowlanders.
I have no plans for artillery at this stage.
These particular pictures were taken with the Hudson and Allan Inn as the background, always a good place to start with soldiers of any nation I find.
The first figures to share with you are the first 4 of Cobham's Dragoons, I had a hard time with the saddle cloths as they should have black piping through the middle of the white border, I tried a number of times but it looked awful so I decided to get rid, I much prefer this look to be honest, hope it doesn't offend anyone's historical accuracy sensibilities. Like most of the figures I am painting these are the excellent Flags of War, my only criticism of these, and its a small one, is the lack of a third horse option in the pack of three. Not a big deal but I am a wargaming snob about these things.
Finally getting to grips with the photography, the new lights coupled with the mobile phone camera seem to have done the trick for the most part.
Now Cobham's, as mentioned, have black piping through the middle of the white edging on the saddle cloth and holster covers, I tried numerous times but it looked awful so I have decided to go without. Personally I think its the right decision, but that doesnt mean I am particularly happy about it.
For the Government foot its Barrels, here are a group of 8 with their officer, again Flags of War and very nice too. I plan to base these in fours which we have found works for us. The base size still to be finalised, probably 40mm frontage or similar, depth may be greater for highlanders to allow for more dynamic charging poses.
The close up here gives you a good idea of the detail on these fellas and also captures the madder red I have used quite well, I wanted a different red that wasn't quite so bright and really happy with this result.
With the departure of the redcoats a bunch of Royal Ecossais turn up to see if the Inn has anything worth drinking left over. Again all Flags of War and one of my all time favourite units. Sorry about the lack of check on the socks, I actually prefer this sergeant as he is.
Looking forward to doing the standard bearers next, the Flags are fantastic.
Both sides will have Militia and Volunteers in civilian clothes, if I am careful with the basing approach these may be able to be used by both sides on some occasions, for the moment though these guys are the Glasgow Loyalist Regiment. two Ebor musketeers and two Perry's AWI drummers, one with a head swap.
The highlanders are not entirely forgotten, two Warlord ECW chaps who fit in nicely enough and another Perry AWI militiaman with a head swap and overalls painted as trews. Not as enamoured of this last figure but he might be OK at the back.
Jacobite Lowlanders, these guys have been done for a while and already based, although there is a good chance they will be re-based into fours. A real mix of manufacturers from left to right 2 Ebor WSS musketeers with head swaps, a Warlord highlander with Lochaber axe at the back and 4 Flags of War Lowlanders.
I particularly like how these two Ebor figures with Flags of War heads have come out.
Three more for the Glasgow regiment, all Ebor with two head swaps.
And a few figures I can use for both sides as they have no cockade, another Ebor with head swap and 4 Warlord highlanders.
The Flags of War bandaged head is lovely and goes really well with the Paul Hicks sculpted Ebor musketeer body.
The Glaswegians will need leaders and these three from Galloping Major are full of character, They are chunkier than the other figures so don't mix within units but work really well as leader figures.
Not to be outdone we also have a bunch of Highland Leader figures, mainly to be used as Jacobite's and all from the Flags of War character pack, I do like these chaps, even if the close ups are slightly out of focus.
So some good progress on this new project and some really lovely figures which I am generally pretty pleased with.
Great looking troops Roger.
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Ray
DeleteBusy down the pub! Coming along nicely. And very glad to be onboard with this one. Need you be pour syrup into Iain's ear to get ks going asap! He doesn't think there'll be much interest if he does it this year. Cheers, Chris
ReplyDeleteIain hopes to have it out next month, lockdown is perfect time for Kickstarter in some ways, nobody has anything else to do or spend their money on, that said many of us do have less to spend......
DeleteThey look great Roger. Fully with you on the lace on your Dragoon’s horse furniture. I often simplify down as it looks much better on the table than the too busy “correct” lace pattern
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated Peter, I did agonise over it but the end result with the black piping looked shocking.
DeleteMost beautiful uniforms, figures and scenery...SUperb!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Phil, really appreciate the support.
DeleteSuperb looking troops
ReplyDeleteCheers Neil, much appreciated
DeleteFantastic work as always! This uprising is also on my list of armies I wish I had one day. It is a pity there is not enough time for that yet...
ReplyDeleteAh so many figures so little time, I know what you mean, cheers Bartek
DeleteGreat work, plenty of conversions so a labour of love. Certainly a colourful period and nice for a skirmish.....but I could never paint tartan so not even trying 😀
ReplyDeleteI think I am more going for a nod towards tartan than actually painting it properly. Cheers Matt.
DeleteI m looking at you nod and going back to plain cloth ! 👍
DeleteMaybe I will stick with Lowlanders.
DeleteEveryone a winner! Lovely individuals......far better than ranks of ‘same-same’ figures. I am envious! Brialliant.
ReplyDeleteThanks very much Jon, a smallish collection so a bit of individuality is a bit more achievable.
DeleteAll splendid as usual!
ReplyDeleteI agree about the red, it really does a lot for the impact of the figure, a very natural look.
Cheers OB, glad you like.
DeleteBrilliant work!
ReplyDeleteThank you, I look forward to sharing progress. More to follow soon.
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