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.
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.
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