WIP 1/6 Probyn's Horse with Helmet

[Nap]

Post those references I sent you of the helmet ...that was a Indian Army one

Personally I would follow that but not sure what references Steve has

Carry on scratching yer bonce !

Nap

 

[Jimbo]

Or like this?...I know it's a later date helmet but it seems to be what we are talking about...Yes or no, cos I'm a bit confused now

 

[Nap]

My thoughts are there were variations especially for officers who often bought their own equiptment ...based on regulations

Nap

 

[Nap]

Couple of other pics for reference

Or ......give him a turban .....

Nap

 

[Jimbo]

My thoughts are there were variations esoecially for officers who often bought their own equiptment ...based on regulations

Nap

I agree Kev, from what I can make out a lot of these "Albert" style helmets were probably locally made out of felt/leather/cork etc, there must have been variations in shape and accoutrements to individual helmets purchased by Officers from local Indian traders back in the day,
I've cut in the 6 panels into the helmet, now going to start the pagri again
Cheers
Jim

 

[Nap]

I agree Kev, from what I can make out a lot of these "Albert" style helmets were probably locally made out of felt/leather/cork etc, there must have been variations in shape and accoutrements to individual helmets purchased by Officers from local Indian traders back in the day,
I've cut in the 6 panels into the helmet, now going to start the pagri again
Cheers
Jim

Can you post those reference pics if possible

Enjoy the sculpting ...we are !

Nap

 

[valiant]

TBH, I think you could go with any or all of the variations...! As youve said, the British officers were a law unto themselves and obtained and tailored items to suit. Especially during the Mutiny period, I think it was a case of "anything goes"..!! Go with the pic, as the lions heads are embossed into the wide part of the arrowhead, so may not show too proudly...

 

[Jimbo]

TBH, I think you could go with any or all of the variations...! As youve said, the British officers were a law unto themselves and obtained and tailored items to suit. Especially during the Mutiny period, I think it was a case of "anything goes"..!! Go with the pic, as the lions heads are embossed into the wide part of the arrowhead, so may not show too proudly...

Yep will do Steve, thanks for your input it's helped me along with this one, along with Kev's input too, it's always bit of a minefield when it comes to getting these period pieces right..
Cheers
Jim

 

[valiant]

Glad to be of assistance, Jim! I think the helmet version looks better than the turban. IMO, the turban looks far too neat and modern for the era, needs to be much fuller and looser with creases.

 

[Jimbo]

I'm maybe going to call this done now ready for priming, it may not be historically spot on but it's close enough for what I want, I might yet add four small lion heads on the helmet top brass work, not sure yet, but at the moment I'm waiting for the magic sculpt to harden before adding any extra detail, I'm happy with how it looks.
Cheers
Jim

 

[valiant]

looking good, Jim...

 

[Jimbo]

Cheers Steve

 

[Nap]

Hi ya Vesty

That's come out well now ......good shaping and the top looks good ...nice point as well

Carry on with those lions when it's ready

Happy sculpting

Nap

PS ...and PAINT IT !!!

 

[Jimbo]

Cheers Thanks Kev, I will add the 4 small lion heads onto the brass work very soon.
Jim

 

[Bob Orr]

As far as I am aware Bob Orr thinks it will happen but obviously that will depend on the schools policy and the situation

I won't be sending invites out till late July/early August

Will update as soon as a decision made

Nap

Yes same here for traders. Going ahead unless restrictions are still in place. Leaving cancellation as late as possible. Trader invites will go out late July early August when hopefully we will have a clearer picture but with this shower who knows? !!!

 

[Nap]

Cheers Thanks Kev, I will add the 4 small lion heads onto the brass work very soon.
Jim

Nice one

......don't forget to PAINT it !!!!

The rework has given the piece another dimension and works really well

Good on ya !!!

Nap

 

[Banjer]

Very nice conversion Jim, Stormtroopers should make you an offer to make it commercial.

Bill

 

[malc]

Looking great

I especially like the moustache appearing to look like it's over the top of the chin strap.

 

[Jimbo]

Very nice conversion Jim, Stormtroopers should make you an offer to make it commercial.

Bill

Thanks Bill, that would be up to Stu from Stormtroopers if he was interested I'd certainly consider it.
Cheers
Jim

 

[Jimbo]

Looking great

I especially like the moustache appearing to look like it's over the top of the chin strap.

Thanks Malc much appreciated.
Cheers
Jim