Completed Captain Sheperd Paine, U.S. Cavalry, 1880 - Series 77 90mm Metal

[KenBoyle]

As I promised Nap in my George Washington post, here is a classic Series 77 figure from the old days.

Pat Bird released many of his figures adorned with the names of friends in the hobby. In many cases, with no disrespect to the friends, I try to find an actual person to base my painting on. However, Shep is definitely an exception. Like Pat, I dedicate this figure to an old friend and a Master of our hobby. RIP Shep.

As for the figure itself, I quote from the Instructions, as I couldn't say it any better myself.

Captain Sheperd Paine, U.S. Calvary 1880

There was a drastic uniform change in 1872 from the despised leftover Civil War clothing to a new, different look. This new uniform, being fancy and glamorous, was a great morale booster. The officer's dress uniform with plumes, cords and flounders especially cut a dashing sight in full dress at spit and polish ceremonies. This figure depicts a cavalry officer's dress uniform as modified from the 1872 change and worn throughout the 1880's.

The figure has been placed on a parade ground setting. (My definition of dirt, grass and stones )
He was painted entirely in acrylics with no modifications.

More Series 77 painting on the way...

Thanks for looking,
Ken

 

[NeilW]

The officer's dress uniform with plumes, cords and flounders* especially cut a dashing sight...

Sure did: nice work, you've caught the dash nicely

*though I reckon they just bought a job-lot of ex London Bobby hats and stuck some mop-heads on top

 

[theBaron]

Sure did: nice work, you've caught the dash nicely

*though I reckon they just bought a job-lot of ex London Bobby hats and stuck some mop-heads on top

Prussomania in the wake of the German victory in the Franco-Prussian War. All of a sudden, kepis were out, and Pickelhauben were in.

Prost!
Brad

 

[Nap]

Hi Ken

So nice to see a series 77 painted up on PF

Very dashing look on him

Like the way you've painted the seams the on this fellow

Is it based on an original officer as well as your tribute to Shep Paine ?

Thanks tor sharing

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[Chazman]

Very nice job. I think Shep would be happy.

 

[KenBoyle]

Sure did: nice work, you've caught the dash nicely

*though I reckon they just bought a job-lot of ex London Bobby hats and stuck some mop-heads on top

Thanks for the comment Neil! You may be right about the Bobby's hats. Seems like the Armed Forces tend to stay with tried and true fashions.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Prussomania in the wake of the German victory in the Franco-Prussian War. All of a sudden, kepis were out, and Pickelhauben were in.

Prost!
Brad

Cheers,
Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Hi Ken

So nice to see a series 77 painted up on PF

Very dashing look on him

Like the way you've painted the seams the on this fellow

Is it based on an original officer as well as your tribute to Shep Paine ?

Thanks tor sharing

Happy benchtime

Nap

Thanks Nap! I've got lots more...

Pat Bird of Series 77 released this figure as Captain Sheperd Paine, so I don't know of any other specific personality associated with it and I didn't really pursue that for this piece, like I normally do.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Very nice job. I think Shep would be happy.

Thank you sir! I like to think so. He was a great guy.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[clrsgt]

Very well done paint job. One of those that I do not.have and wish that I did.

 

[oldtrousers]

Fantastic work, Ken! This is probably my favorite figure from this great line of kits.

Scott

 

[KenBoyle]

Very well done paint job. One of those that I do not.have and wish that I did.

Thanks Mike! One day it just popped up on ebay and I couldn't resist.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Fantastic work, Ken! This is probably my favorite figure from this great line of kits.

Scott

Thanks Scott! I agree, this is a favorite of mine and being tied to Shep just makes it better.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[misfit151]

Cracking job on this one Ken....all very nostalgic.... thanks..... Mike

 

[Chris Oldfield]

He’s a beauty, Ken!

 

[Viking Bob]

Ken, very nice painting, clean, precise and beautifully detailed.

 

[KenBoyle]

Cracking job on this one Ken....all very nostalgic.... thanks..... Mike

He’s a beauty, Ken!

Ken, very nice painting, clean, precise and beautifully detailed.

Thanks Mike, Chris and Bob! Your support is appreciated.

Not having to do any, or minimal weathering makes the job a little easier, in my opinion. That's definitely reflected in several of my latest figures.

Cheers,
Ken

 

[MoboSchreuder]

beautiful paintwork

Mobo

 

[KenBoyle]

beautiful paintwork

Mobo

Thanks Mobo! Appreciate the comment.

Cheers,
Ken