Open Book Driftwood Bases - The base 2b

[Guy]

Several months ago I received a sample base from Gordon Wells of a Driftwood design. I knew right away what I would use it for as you will see below.

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I have always felt that the base can really set off a figure and I guess this is why I keep so many varied bases in stock. Below you see a Young Miniature's Blackfoot Ravenbearer in progress on Gordon's Driftwood base.​

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The Driftwood base is well crafted and really enhances the Native American bust.​

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Conclusion:​

A well crafted base with unlimited uses for busts or figures.​

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The Base 2b web-site​

http://www.thebase2b.co.uk/​

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[Ventress]

I have one waiting for the right figure- they are superb.

 

[John Bowery]

Guy,
Nice looking and sets of the bust very well.
Cheers
John

 

[captnenglish]

These are just the type bases, I am looking for for my Rogers Rangers vignette, thanks for the review!

 

[chippy]

Guy thanks for a great review and that's a great choice of bust to top it off .
Rob , thanks for your kind words .
Now for the embarrasing part. Due to good sales recently there is very little stock showing on the website, but I have many pieces finished or nearing completion and these fresh items will be uploaded on to the site over the weekend. So may I suggest you all have a another look in 4 or 5 days time. As always if you have something particular in mind you can contact me directly through the website or send me a PM.
chippy
www.thebase2b.co.uk

 

[megroot]

That is a nice base: The figure fits perfect on top of it.

Marc

 

[mick1924models]

Hi I am a new member, love the base....

Mick (Australia)

 

[Kevin D.]

NOW, THAT'S what I'm talking about!!!!!! Very nice guy!! I thought the bust was looking very good when you showed it to me but that base sets it off beautifully!!! Very nice!!

Kevin

 

[mil-mart]

Guy that's the perfect base for that bust and Chippy certainly comes up with some unique piece's .

Cheers Ken

 

[Mirofsoft]

This is my feeling
I don't like base that are more and more the height of the figure or even higher
Here with the Indian bust ( by the way a good work ) I have the impression to enter a souvenir shop
Here we miss the point of fine painting, our eyes focus on the base....
Sorry, but it seems that some tendencies todays are fancy , high bases and/or exagerated grounds, leaves, plant...
Will the next step be to use a Fabergé Egg with a toy soldier Inside ?

 

[housecarl]

This is my feeling
I don't like base that are more and more the height of the figure or even higher
Here with the Indian bust ( by the way a good work ) I have the impression to enter a souvenir shop
Here we miss the point of fine painting, our eyes focus on the base....
Sorry, but it seems that some tendencies todays are fancy , high bases and/or exagerated grounds, leaves, plant...
Will the next step be to use a Fabergé Egg with a toy soldier Inside ?

Each to ther own.
Carl.

 

[1969]

Bust looks very good atop one of Chippy`s driftwood bases.

Steve

 

[Helm]

Looks cock on to me, excellent job I'd say

 

[combatartist]

NICE! Very similar to adding the right frame for the painting.

 

[Jimbo]

I like these bases of Chippy's, I've got several myself, great for fantasy busts or native American, historical, the list is endless,
Cheers
Jimbo

 

[Sturm Grenadier]

I have several long pieces of driftwood that I use for home decor to go with my southwestern theme in my home. Some are more than 30 years old. I varnished them and they have never cracked. A great idea for bases. Since I found mine by the sea, a driftwood base would look good with a pirate bust, or, any navy subject in my opinion. Regards, SG