Gary L. Bratton, Trail Boss, American West 1880 - Series 77 Miniatures (Released 1984)

[Oda]

One more excellent rendition of an American history subject.Very well indeed!

Oda.

 

[clrsgt]

Great rendition of an old classic Ken. I always enjoy your work on the Series 77 figures. Inspires me to drag out my old Series 77 and put some paint on them. Painted this one long ago for a friend and had the devil's time keeping the rifle attached. Keep them coming.

 

[Nap]

Hi Ken

Great to see youmoko back and your painting a pleasure to see your artwork

Lovely painting , you do have a flair with the 77 series ..this is no exception ....like the leatherwork and the weapon

Thanks for sharing

Look forward to seeing more

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[TERRYSOMME1916]

Ken you've made my day, I just love seeing people working on the classics and great painting on this fella, the Series 77 anatomy looks about right on this one, I have painted a couple of Pat Birds western figures my favorite being the sheriff leaning against a section of fence, ah memories.
TERRY

 

[KenBoyle]

One more excellent rendition of an American history subject.Very well indeed!

Oda.

Thanks Oda!

Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Great rendition of an old classic Ken. I always enjoy your work on the Series 77 figures. Inspires me to drag out my old Series 77 and put some paint on them. Painted this one long ago for a friend and had the devil's time keeping the rifle attached. Keep them coming.

Thanks Mike! Painting a series 77 figure is definitely a trip down memory lane.

Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Hi Ken

Great to see youmoko back and your painting a pleasure to see your artwork

Lovely painting , you do have a flair with the 77 series ..this is no exception ....like the leatherwork and the weapon

Thanks for sharing

Look forward to seeing more

Happy benchtime

Nap

Thanks Nap! I still have quite a few series 77's left to do.

Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Ken you've made my day, I just love seeing people working on the classics and great painting on this fella, the Series 77 anatomy looks about right on this one, I have painted a couple of Pat Birds western figures my favorite being the sheriff leaning against a section of fence, ah memories.
TERRY

Thanks Terry! I initially worried about his legs being too short but measurements indicated they were fine. I believe the chaps and the low slung holster belt fool the eye somewhat.

Interestingly the sheriff and this figure, from Pat's backstory in the instructions, are a pair. The trail boss, having volunteered to be part of a possee going after bank robbers, is standing next to the sheriff waiting for the rest of the possee to arrive. I debated doing them together but having done the sheriff not too long ago, decided against it.

Take care,
Ken

 

[Wayneb]

Super looking paintwork and finished piece. When I first looked at this piece, the short stature made me think the anatomy was off a bit. But you are right, the gun belt rig does tend to make the figure appear a bit short. Impressive looking piece though. Keep up the good work Ken.

Wayne

 

[arj]

Another excellent example of your brushwork Ken.
The colouring and detailing look spot on.
Very well done.

Cheers,
Andrew

 

[KenBoyle]

Super looking paintwork and finished piece. When I first looked at this piece, the short stature made me think the anatomy was off a bit. But you are right, the gun belt rig does tend to make the figure appear a bit short. Impressive looking piece though. Keep up the good work Ken.

Wayne

Thanks Wayne! I have had to lengthen the legs of a few Series 77 figures, so it is something to be aware of. I was happy with this one as is. Take care and stay safe.

Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Another excellent example of your brushwork Ken.
The colouring and detailing look spot on.
Very well done.

Cheers,
Andrew

Thanks for the kind comment Andrew! Much appreciated.

Ken

 

[JABERWOCKY]

very nice painting, love the leatherwork and his face.

 

[oldtrousers]

Another fine job, Ken!

Scott

 

[KenBoyle]

very nice painting, love the leatherwork and his face.

Thanks! Much appreciated.

Ken

 

[KenBoyle]

Another fine job, Ken!

Scott

Thanks Scott! A fun figure to paint.

Ken