Garrison or Greenwood and Ball Roman Infantry?

I picked these figures up in a mixed lot from eBay recently, and need some help to identify them. The whole lot was described as Garrison/Greenwood & Ball, and these figures do seem to match with the 20mm Ancients Range from this maker. But when I went over to the current site for Garrison Miniatures, I couldn't identify any of them.

Garrison has photos posted for about half of the figures in their "First Century Imperial Romans" range, and none of these figures is an exact match. As for the figures without photos, the descriptions don't seem to fit.

Since these figures clearly have the look and feel of vintage designs, I also spent some time on the great Vintage 20 mil site but without reaching any conclusions.

So I want to ask readers if they can help me out. Are these Garrison / Greenwood & Ball figures? If so, are they discontinued figures? How are (were) they catalogued?

Here are a few more observations on the actual casts (click on the image for a larger version):

The figures measure 20mm in height (ground to eye level). B and C are the same figure shown from different angles. D is wearing a cloak, and the upright line behind his shield may be the remains of a broken javelin. I am assuming he is a Roman auxiliary, but could be from some other range completely.

Thanks for any answers, including guesses, hunches or other suggestions.

Jacklex vs RedBox, British & Indian Colonial Infantry

The photo above compares three plastic Sikh infantrymen from RedBox (A,C,E) with a pair of metal figures from Jacklex (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The two Jacklex figures come from their Colonial Wars range. They are designated:

B: B18, “Indian Regular Officer firing pistol”
D: B16, “Highland Infantry Marching.”

The Colonial Wars range from Jacklex is primarily comprised of British troops and their enemies, but does have a small component of French Foreign Legion. They are probably best known for the accompanying equipment though, including wagons, a variety of artillery pieces with limbers, and teams of horses, oxen and mules.

Figure Characteristics:

Highlander Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 23mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Once an independent line, Jacklex figures are today produced and sold by Spencer Smith miniatures. The figures are sold individually, for 45p each or 85p mounted

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from RedBox set 72021 “Sikhs (Boxer Rebellion 1900).” This box is one of several covering this conflict in depth. The box contains 48 figures in 12 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 18mm.
Body Build: Average

Availability and Cost:

This set was released quite recently, and can easily be found at hobby shops and online dealers. For instance, Always Models list the set for $7.95 US.

Notes on the Samples:

The samples were obtained in a trade with Eric Yin.

Newline vs Revell, British Napoleonic Infantry

The photo above compares three metal Highlanders from Newline Designs (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic riflemen from Revell (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The Newline Designs figures come from their 20 mm Napoleonics range. They are from pack BR03 “Highland Command Advancing/Marching.” This pack includes four figures: the three shown above, plus a double of one of them, which varies by pack.

The Napoleonics range from Newline Designs is extensive and covers all major participants. For the British, Newline has 89 different codes in their catalogue, some of which (such as the one illustrated here) have multiple poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Newline Design figures are currently in production, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Foot figures are sold in packs of four, for £1.75.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The Revell figures come from box 02581 “British Rifles, Napoleonic Wars.” The set contains 42 figures in 12 poses. .

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

This set is still in production at Revell, and can be found at hobby shops and online dealers. Tracks and Troops currently lists the set for €7.04.

Notes on the Samples:

The sample figures were donated by Liam Sullivan.

Rafm vs Esci Revell Italeri, NVA and VC, Vietnam War

The photo above compares three plastic North Vietnamese figures originally released by Esci (B,D,F) with a similar number of metal figures from Rafm (A,C,E). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ designation and Number of Poses:

The Rafm figures come from the “Charlie Company” range; the specifc figures come from the following codes (each code comprises multiple poses):

A.RAF 06995 “VC Hardcore”
C. RAF 06997 “VC Irregulars”
E. RAF 06995 “VC Hardcore”

Rafm has 14 different sets available in the “Charlie Company” range. Besides the VC figures, the range includes US Army and USMC types. In addition to the figure sets, the company also offers a helicopter and a 105mm gun with crew.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Rafm’s metal figures are currently available, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Each of the codes above costs US$7.95 for ten figures (in five different poses).

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures were originally released by Esci as set 229 “Vietnam War, North Vietnamese.” The box included 50 figures in 15 poses.

The set was reissued by Italeri as set 6079, “Vietnamese Army/Vietcong, Vietnam War.” Revell also produced it, as set 02526 “Vietcong, Vietnam War.”

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

The Italeri and Revell versions of this set can be found easily. For instance, ModelsForSale.com is selling the Italeri version for £6.50 and the Revell version for the much lower price of £4.88.

Ral Partha vs RedBox, Colonial Indian Infantry

The photo above compares three plastic colonial Sikh infantry from RedBox (B,D,F) with a similar number of metal figures from Ral Partha (A,C,E). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Ral Partha figures come from their “Colonials” range. According to a 1985 catalogue, this range included 68 codes, in three groups (covering the Zulu war, the Northwest frontier and the Sudan). Some of the codes contained more than one pose. The figures illustrated are from the following codes.

A: 88-103 “Northwest Frontier Indian Command Group”
C: 88-002 “Zulu War British Infantry Advancing”
E: 88-102 “Northwest Frontier Indian Infantry, Firing”

All the figures are now sold by Great Endeavours, using the same codes. The firm has also expanded the range with new complementary figures, including dismounted cavalry, figures for the Boer war, as well as others for the Boxer rebellion.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 22mm.
Body Build: Somewhat heavy

Availability and Cost:

As mentioned above, Great Endeavours currently distributes this range. They can be purchased from the GE website; the firm sells foot figures in groups of 10 (same pose) for $8.50 US.

Notes on the Samples:

Figure E was painted by Chuck Turnitsa.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from RedBox set 72021 “Sikhs (Boxer Rebellion 1900.” This box is one of several covering this conflict in depth. The box contains 48 figures in 12 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 18mm.
Body Build: Average

Availability and Cost:

This set was released quite recently, and can easily be found at hobby shops and online dealers. For instance, Always Models list the set for $7.95 US.

Notes on the Samples:

The samples were obtained in a trade with Eric Yin.

SHQ & Kennington vs Strelets, ACW mounted

The photo above compares two plastic Confederate generals from Strelets-R (B,D) with a similar number of metal ACW lancers from SHQ & Kennington (A,C). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures are sold by both SHQ and Kennington, and are catalogued as CWC 30 “Rush’s Lancers at rest.” The ACW range from these two firms is quite extensive, and includes 75 foot poses, 29 cavalry poses (about half of them dismounted), six artillery crew poses, and two guns.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 30mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 20mm.

Availability and Cost:

The metal figures can be purchased directly from the two manufacturers. The cavalry featured here sell for £4.50 at SHQ. For that price, you get 3 horses with 3 riders.

Notes on the Samples:

The metal lancers were generously provided by SHQ.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from Strelet’s box 47 “Confederate General Staff (1), Civil War 1861-65.” The box includes 12 different riders, and 12 horses in 6 positions.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 33mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Somewhat heavy.

Availability and Cost:

Strelets released this set in 2006 and it is easily found at hobby shops and online dealers. Drum and Flag currently sells the box for £5.60.

Newline vs Italeri, Napoleonic Highland Infantry

The photo above compares three plastic Highlanders from Italeri (A,C,E) with a similar number of metal Highlanders from Newline Designs (B,D, F). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Newline Design figures come from their 20 mm Napoleonics range. They are from pack BR03 “Highland Command Advancing/Marching.” This pack includes four figures: the three shown above, plus a double of one of them, which varies by pack.

The Napoleonics range from Newline Design is extensive and covers all major participants. For the British, Newline has 89 different codes in their catalogue, some of which (such as the one illustrated here) have multiple poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Newline Design figures are currently in production, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Foot figures are sold in packs of four, for £1.75.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer's designation and Number of Poses:

The Italeri figures come from box 6004, "Grenadiers Highlander Infantry, Napoleonic Wars 1815." The box contains 50 figures in 15 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 22mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Italeri is not currently producing this set, but it can still be found occasionally at online and second hand shops.