The photo above compares two metal Italian figures from Irregular (B,D) with three plastic French infantry from Emhar (A,C,E). Click on the image for a larger version.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:
The Irregular models come from their “Garibaldi” range. They are catalogued as follows:
B: NGAR2 Garibaldian Infantry Advancing
D: NGAR3 Garibaldian Infantry Firing
The “Garibaldi” range currently comprises 12 types, several of which include multiple variants. This includes 5 Garibaldian infantry poses, and one cavalry figure. For the Neapolitan forces, Irregular offers 4 infantry poses, 1 cavalry, and an artillery crew with gun.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 18mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
Irregular’s metal figures are currently available, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. The figures can be ordered individually, or in larger numbers at discounted prices. Where variants exist, they are delivered randomly. Cost for foot figures: 50p UK for a single figure, £10.00 for a pack of 24, and £40.00 for a large pack of 100.
Notes on the Samples:
The Irregular models were generously provided by the manufacturer.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:
The Emhar models are from box EM 7211 “French Infantry, Crimean War 1854-56 & Franco-Prussian War 1870-71.” The box contains 50 figures in 14 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
The Emhar French are a fairly recent release (from 2007) and thus can easily be found at hobby shops and online retailers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $11.99 (US).
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 Irregular models come from their “Garibaldi” range. They are catalogued as follows:
B: NGAR2 Garibaldian Infantry Advancing
D: NGAR3 Garibaldian Infantry Firing
The “Garibaldi” range currently comprises 12 types, several of which include multiple variants. This includes 5 Garibaldian infantry poses, and one cavalry figure. For the Neapolitan forces, Irregular offers 4 infantry poses, 1 cavalry, and an artillery crew with gun.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 18mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
Irregular’s metal figures are currently available, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. The figures can be ordered individually, or in larger numbers at discounted prices. Where variants exist, they are delivered randomly. Cost for foot figures: 50p UK for a single figure, £10.00 for a pack of 24, and £40.00 for a large pack of 100.
Notes on the Samples:
The Irregular models were generously provided by the manufacturer.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:
The Emhar models are from box EM 7211 “French Infantry, Crimean War 1854-56 & Franco-Prussian War 1870-71.” The box contains 50 figures in 14 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).
Availability and Cost:
The Emhar French are a fairly recent release (from 2007) and thus can easily be found at hobby shops and online retailers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $11.99 (US).
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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