The photo above compares two metal Prussian cavalry figures from Ehmke-Art (A,C) with a similar number of plastic figures from Esci / Italeri (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:
Currently all Ehmke-Art figures are from the Napoleonic period. These particular models have been identified as Prussian Dragoons, but I do not have a catalogue number for them. I am also not aware of any other Prussian releases by this company.
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): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
Although some Ehmke figures can be ordered from CW Toys, these particular types are not included. The best way to obtain Ehmke figures is to contact Uwe Ehmke using the contact information on the Ehmke-Art website.
Notes on the Samples:
These figures were donated to the Plastic Pelisse by Conrad Kinch.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Figure Characteristics:
The plastic figures were originally released by Esci as set 218: "Napoleonic Wars Waterloo 1815, 'Polish Lancers' French Cavalry.” The box included 12 riders in 4 poses, and 12 horses in 3 poses.
The set has been reissued by Italeri as box 6039: "Dutch-Polish Lancers, Red Lancers, 1805-1815.”
Figure Characteristics:
Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 32mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 22mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
Italeri continues to produce these figures, so they are easily obtained. For instance, Hannants has the set retailing for £6.50.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:
Currently all Ehmke-Art figures are from the Napoleonic period. These particular models have been identified as Prussian Dragoons, but I do not have a catalogue number for them. I am also not aware of any other Prussian releases by this company.
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): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
Although some Ehmke figures can be ordered from CW Toys, these particular types are not included. The best way to obtain Ehmke figures is to contact Uwe Ehmke using the contact information on the Ehmke-Art website.
Notes on the Samples:
These figures were donated to the Plastic Pelisse by Conrad Kinch.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Figure Characteristics:
The plastic figures were originally released by Esci as set 218: "Napoleonic Wars Waterloo 1815, 'Polish Lancers' French Cavalry.” The box included 12 riders in 4 poses, and 12 horses in 3 poses.
The set has been reissued by Italeri as box 6039: "Dutch-Polish Lancers, Red Lancers, 1805-1815.”
Figure Characteristics:
Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 32mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 22mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
Italeri continues to produce these figures, so they are easily obtained. For instance, Hannants has the set retailing for £6.50.
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