The photo above compares two metal ACW cavalry figures from SHQ (A,C) with a similar number of plastic figures from Italeri (B,D). 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 Italeri set 6011 “American Civil War, Confederate Cavalry Riders.” The box includes 16 riders in 9 positions, with 16 horses in four poses, as well as a vignette of a dismounted rider and injured horse..
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): 23mm.
Availability and Cost:
This box is fairly easy to find at stores and online dealers. For instance, Udisco is currently selling it for $6.00 (Canadian).
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