The photo above compares three Russian figures from Outland (black washed metal) with three Grenadier figures from Zvezda (in green plastic). Click on the image for a larger version.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturers’ designation and number of poses:
The Outland models come from their Napoleonic range. They are catalogued as follows (left to right in the picture):
R-25. 1804 Russian Grenadier Advancing, Bushy Plume
R-14. 1812 Russian Foot Artillery with Rammer, in Kivier
R-13. 1812 Russian Foot Artillery with Ball, in Kivier
The Napoleonic Russian range currently includes 34 poses: 21 infantry, 6 cavalry and 7 artillery
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): B (Slender) mainly due to their spindly legs.
Availability and Cost:
Outland’s metal figures are currently available. They must be ordered from GFI – the distributor. The figures can be ordered individually, at a cost of 65 cents (US) each.
Notes on the Samples:
The Outland models were generously provided by the manufacturer.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Manufacturers’ designation and number of poses:
The Zvezda figures are from box 8020 “Russian Heavy Infantry – Grenadiers, 1812-1814.” The box contains 46 figures in 12 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 23mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
The Zvezda box is currently available and can be found through various online and local hobby shops and distributors. For instance, Tracks & Troops have it for €5.95.
Notes on the Samples:
The sample figures were obtained in a trade with Will McNally.
General Notes:
See the side panel lists for websites of the manufacturers, distributors and retailers mentioned above. To convert cost figures to your currency, use a site such as xe.com, also listed in the side panel.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturers’ designation and number of poses:
The Outland models come from their Napoleonic range. They are catalogued as follows (left to right in the picture):
R-25. 1804 Russian Grenadier Advancing, Bushy Plume
R-14. 1812 Russian Foot Artillery with Rammer, in Kivier
R-13. 1812 Russian Foot Artillery with Ball, in Kivier
The Napoleonic Russian range currently includes 34 poses: 21 infantry, 6 cavalry and 7 artillery
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): B (Slender) mainly due to their spindly legs.
Availability and Cost:
Outland’s metal figures are currently available. They must be ordered from GFI – the distributor. The figures can be ordered individually, at a cost of 65 cents (US) each.
Notes on the Samples:
The Outland models were generously provided by the manufacturer.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Manufacturers’ designation and number of poses:
The Zvezda figures are from box 8020 “Russian Heavy Infantry – Grenadiers, 1812-1814.” The box contains 46 figures in 12 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 23mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
The Zvezda box is currently available and can be found through various online and local hobby shops and distributors. For instance, Tracks & Troops have it for €5.95.
Notes on the Samples:
The sample figures were obtained in a trade with Will McNally.
General Notes:
See the side panel lists for websites of the manufacturers, distributors and retailers mentioned above. To convert cost figures to your currency, use a site such as xe.com, also listed in the side panel.
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