The photo above compares two metal Italians from Irregular (B,D) with three plastic French figures from Strelets (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: 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 Strelets figures come from box 0024 “Crimean War French Light Infantry.” The box includes 44 figures, each in a unique pose (one of which is actually a “bonus” figure having nothing to do with the subject of the box).
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Somewhat Heavy
Availability and Cost:
Strelets is currently producing this set, and it can be found at hobby shops and online dealers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $10.99 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: 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 Strelets figures come from box 0024 “Crimean War French Light Infantry.” The box includes 44 figures, each in a unique pose (one of which is actually a “bonus” figure having nothing to do with the subject of the box).
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Somewhat Heavy
Availability and Cost:
Strelets is currently producing this set, and it can be found at hobby shops and online dealers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $10.99 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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