The photo above compares three plastic British regulars from A Call to Arms (A,C,E) with a pair of metal colonials 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 A Call To Arms figures are from box 57, “British Infantry, Zulu War.” The box contains 32 figures in 8 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
ACTA’s figures are currently available and can be found at hobby shops and online retailers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $13.99.
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 A Call To Arms figures are from box 57, “British Infantry, Zulu War.” The box contains 32 figures in 8 poses.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
ACTA’s figures are currently available and can be found at hobby shops and online retailers. For instance, Michigan Toy Soldiers sells the box for $13.99.
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