RadekKotecki
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In this month Mitches Military Models released a European Knight figure from the early 14th century. The figure is available in three versions: 75mm, 120mm, and a 1/9 scale bust. Here, I’ll share a few thoughts on the 75mm version, which can be purchased at: https://www.mitchesmilitarymodels.co.uk/product-page/75mm-european-knight
The design itself is magnificent, as befits for Oleg Pogosyan's work. The knight, with his slightly twisted torso holding a large axe, looks both natural, dignified and elegant. The kit includes two head options: one with a great helm and the other with a bascinet helmet without a visor. Both versions are excellent, making it hard to choose between them.
However, the packaging is neither sturdy nor attractive. The figurine comes in a small, flat, unprinted box with the parts in a single bag wrapped in bubble wrap—a rather weak form of protection. It's surprising the figure arrived undamaged.
The quality of the casting is decent overall, although not on a par with what I've recently become accustomed to from Panzerart or Dolman products. Aside from the usual air bubbles, which are easy to fix, there are noticeable seam lines, particularly on one of the head variants (the one with the great helm) and on the calves. While these can be filed down and filled in, the mail collar is more problematic. Additionally, my copy had an underfilled heel of the axe head. I also feel that some details, like the belt buckles, could have been sharper. Moreover, the surface of the castings isn't always smooth and may require sanding, especially on the axe head and shield.
On the positive side, some small details are provided in multiple copies, such as the belt tip, nasal guard, and misericordia. However, it would have been great if the latter had been 3D-printed.
Overall, this miniature is quite intriguing, largely due to Pogosyan's impressive design. However, the casting quality could be improved, and the packaging needs to be more robust.
My rating: 7.5/10.
The design itself is magnificent, as befits for Oleg Pogosyan's work. The knight, with his slightly twisted torso holding a large axe, looks both natural, dignified and elegant. The kit includes two head options: one with a great helm and the other with a bascinet helmet without a visor. Both versions are excellent, making it hard to choose between them.
However, the packaging is neither sturdy nor attractive. The figurine comes in a small, flat, unprinted box with the parts in a single bag wrapped in bubble wrap—a rather weak form of protection. It's surprising the figure arrived undamaged.
The quality of the casting is decent overall, although not on a par with what I've recently become accustomed to from Panzerart or Dolman products. Aside from the usual air bubbles, which are easy to fix, there are noticeable seam lines, particularly on one of the head variants (the one with the great helm) and on the calves. While these can be filed down and filled in, the mail collar is more problematic. Additionally, my copy had an underfilled heel of the axe head. I also feel that some details, like the belt buckles, could have been sharper. Moreover, the surface of the castings isn't always smooth and may require sanding, especially on the axe head and shield.
On the positive side, some small details are provided in multiple copies, such as the belt tip, nasal guard, and misericordia. However, it would have been great if the latter had been 3D-printed.
Overall, this miniature is quite intriguing, largely due to Pogosyan's impressive design. However, the casting quality could be improved, and the packaging needs to be more robust.
My rating: 7.5/10.
