Very well done Jason.
This is one of those times I have to say, once again, some of those old Verlinden busts/figures are far better than people give them credit for. Many just need a decent paint job to show off that fact! Verlinden's box art (it's my understanding he did most of them himself, decent chops, but by today's standards, a bit tired) often didn't do many/any of these little gems any justice at all. A tellented person such as yourself can come along, add a commendable paint job to one, and make many open their eyes to the possibilities these old pieces have! They remain inexpensive, EXCELLENTLY cast, easy to assemble and clean-up. Perfect for beginers, or for practice. I'd be willing to bet you'd even be proud to display them once some paint wakes a few of these forgoten pieces up!
Jay H.