Bugler Royal Marine Light Infantry 1914 From Cgs Military Figures

[RossM]

Graham...Thanks for the reply. I do hope they come off with a saw. I also hope the piece sells well because as my wallet will attest to I was easily parted with cash for the piece.

Stu...I accept that they may not be 'stock' items. Nonetheless, there is a distinct style to Carl's ears which I don't think fully works here. However, as I did note that is easily solved and does not detract from what I consider to be an excellent piece. As to the comment concerning the casting blocks. I think we will have to agree to disagree. I think pointing out what may be a problem that detracts from the enjoyment of the bust is a perfectly valid criticism. However, Graham has offered a perfectly legitimate explanation that I accept and hope will not be the case with the general release pieces. I don't think, despite your intimation to the contrary, that I have offered undue critique. It has been caveated with praise for what I think is an excellent piece.

 

[housecarl]

Brilliant piece.
Carl.

 

[Funky50]

I bought this last Sunday too. It was one of those pieces that makes you take your wallet out without much reservations. However, a couple of comments building on Kev's excellent review. First, the casting blocks are far too big. You will need a dremel to get them off. Considering that I don't own one then that is a bit of pig to be honest! They don't need to be that big. Picking up on the ear comments above. I have to agree that they area bit odd. I assume Carl uses stock ears? As each of his pieces seem to sport the same ears. They are quite angular and could do with being smoothed off in order to fit with the youthful look that has been wonderfully rendered by Carl. A final point, to represent the white cover on the Broderick Cap you will need to do a little bit of work on the hat as it was just that, a cover. The hat does not represent this. It shouldn't take much to make the necessary modification. I know this seems like me picking but I think they are valid points on what is overall a magnificent piece of work. Well done to both Carl and Graham for bringing it to the market at a very competitive price.

Ross

Just wanted to say that those casting blocks can be quickly removed if held in a small vice( or even mole grips) with a razor saw(or hack saw with fine blade) and then the residue either ground off or shaved of with a scalpel or stanley knife blade you don't really want to be grinding too much of that stuff if you can help it..... I actually prefer a bigger block so as to hold the piece whilst cutting... so you pays your money as they say...By the way its nice to see a new seller on the block and good luck with any future releases Gra30.....

 

[Gra30]

Thanks all, I certainly wouldn't be where I am had it not been for the help and advice from Stu and Moz and Pete, I owe them a great deal for putting me on the right track ) it has been a swift learning curve over the last 6 months.
I should mention that Carl sculpted the hat without the cover intentionally and although I did know that it was a White cover, I had to go with one or the other.
It can be White for summer wear as the original picture but yes to be absolutely correct a small amount of work may be needed to show that it is a cover if the preferred choice is the White version.
Thank you all for the kind words and best wishes, my aim is to bring out nice figures
Kind regards
Graham

 

[Waterman]

Cap covers white, went on at the 1st May, in the RM and RN, this was the start of Summer Routine. On the 1st October, Winter Routine commenced, ie cover removed to reveal the blue cap underneath. Later on two caps were issued, one made with a white top, and the other blue. This remained the norm until the 50s, when it was decided that a white cap would be worn at all times. In the 50s caps were being issued with the top made of canvas which was then blancoed white, HORRIBLE, but then they brought in a cap with a plastic top, which is still worn today. At the start of Winter Routine, RMs paraded in Greatcoats, never mind the weather, on the 1st May again forget the weather, Shirtsleeves was the Rig of the Day. Service in the tropics, then brought another set of Dress Regulations to the Fore. I hope this info just gives a little background interest to Carl's superb figure.

 

[Gra30]

1st october and 1st May if I remember correct Waterman. Thank you for the information and especially about the all white cap without cover.
Best wishes

 

[Jimbo]

Blocks, earholes, cap cover!!...I think it's a brilliant piece,a real stunner and one of those " I must have it" and as far the lugholes go, they come in all different shapes and sizes in real life you only have to look around you next time you go shopping. I use to have a bloke who worked with me with one ear bigger then the other, the smaller one stuck to the side of his head whilst the bigger one stuck out at almost right angles.....He couldn't go out in high winds cos he used to spin round
Cheers
Jim

 

[Dan Morton]

Beautiful piece - can't wait to see it painted!

All the best,
Dan

 

[Gra30]

Hi Dan,
MJ is working on it as we speak so expect to be posting shortly after Christmas/early New Year
Merry Christmas to you all 