The head is from Historex. The putties from AVES and Kneadatite. The musket is a Shenandoah conversion. I'd like to thank Anders Heintz for the castings he sent to me. Also a big thanks to Gary D. who is always willing to share his knowledge.
Thanks for looking.
10 comments:
Jason, Awesome job pard. the paint job on the cap plate is really good. Would one of my Brown Besses be too big for that? If so that must have been a lot of work to convert a Shenandoah rifle. Hey go to Playlist and download the tune British Grenadiers. Maybe I'll get to see this in Gettysburg next week. If not that's cool I'm sure a collector will want to take this gem home. It's also a special treat to see something new from you. ~Gary
Thanks Gary! Converting the Shenandoah isn't too hard. I've done a few this way. The key is to not over shave/file the barrel to rid the bands. I have some metal rod that is good scale for the rammer and the lockplate is pretty straight forward. The particular shape of the butt-stock takes a little work though.
Your bess is the best on the market. I have have one but it has a slight warp. It would be fine for a "at attention" pose or just carrying at the "trail" but would be very pronounced in this action pose. Thats why I HATE resin weapons!
That is one fantasctic looking figure! I certainly wouldn't like to be on the receiving end of that cold steel.
Regards,
Matt
Jason, this is brilliant, always love to see you working with sculptures. I like the way you painted the reds, a li'l bit crimson alike. Inspiring stuff man.
Radek
Jason, Boil some water and submerge it in the hot hot water. Take it out and tape it to a hard surface like a piece of tile or wood. This might just work in making it straight.~Gary
Really sweet Jason, you are prolific and talented. I look forward to seeing a lot more from you. MFCA?
Nice work Jason! You're a machine! :D
Wow! Thanks for the kind word everyone. Much appreciated.
Jim, yes I'll be there. This will be my eighth MFCA. Can't wait!
Gary, I heard of that trick, may have to give it a try.
I use a chip clip and a couple pieces of cardboard after heating the piece with hot water. :)
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