HaT Napoleonic lancers vs Scruby HistoriFigs FPW

The photo above compares two metal Franco-Prussian War lancers from HistoriFigs (A,C) with a pair of plastic Napoleonic lancers from HaT (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures were originally released by Jack Scruby, and now are available from HistoriFigs as part of the 25mm Franco-Prussian war range. The pose is catalogued as “9536C, Uhlan, lance erect.” The range comprises 45 different figures, with foot and mounted figures for France, Prussia and Bavaria.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 33mm.
Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to top of head): 35mm.

Rider Body Height (measured from foot to eyes): 23mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot to top of head): 25mm.

Availability and Cost:

The HistoriFigs miniatures can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. The figures can be ordered individually for $2.00 US, in a group of 6 for $11.75, or as a set of 12 for $21.75.

The HistoriFigs website is here:

http://www.historifigs.com/

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from set 8011 “Napoleonic French Lancers.” The set includes 12 riders in 4 poses, and 12 horses in 2 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Body Height (measured to eyes): 23mm.
Rider Body Height (measured to top of head): 25mm

Rider Height above ground (measured to eyes): 33mm.
Rider Height above ground (measured to top of head): 35mm.

Availability and Cost:

Although this is one of the older sets from HaT, these boxes are currently available from and can be found at hobby shops and online retailers.

Notes on the Samples:

These figures were obtained in a trade with Will McNally.