WIP Imperial Gallery 24th Foot - Rorke's Drift

[Helm]

Bit late here but this does look well Richie some interesting tips there as well. Nice work mate really does look the biz
Steve

 

[Richie]

Bit late here but this does look well Richie some interesting tips there as well. Nice work mate really does look the biz
Steve

Hi Steve,
Thanks mate, don't worry about being late always nice to have you on board.
cheers
Richie

 

[BobLff257]

Hi Rich,

Sorry for the delay in not answering sooner as I have been away sunning myself When I first posted this figure in the sculpt section I thought I know just the man I am so pleased that it has provided you with such enjoyment and you have given everybody not only a fascinating insight into the history of that battle and some of the personalities who fought there, but also a great breakdown of the construction and technique used to assemble and paint the figure. It takes a lot of time and dedication to post sbs threads for all of us to enjoy and learn from, well done Rich and thank you for the very generous comments you have given the figure. Looking forward to seeing your progress to completion.

Rob

 

[Richie]

Hi Rich,

Sorry for the delay in not answering sooner as I have been away sunning myself When I first posted this figure in the sculpt section I thought I know just the man I am so pleased that it has provided you with such enjoyment and you have given everybody not only a fascinating insight into the history of that battle and some of the personalities who fought there, but also a great breakdown of the construction and technique used to assemble and paint the figure. It takes a lot of time and dedication to post sbs threads for all of us to enjoy and learn from, well done Rich and thank you for the very generous comments you have given the figure. Looking forward to seeing your progress to completion.

Rob

Hi Rob,
Thank you very much for the very nice comments, it has been a pleasure working on this. I intend to get stuck in this weekend and have him completed. Only one problem!...........he has no comrades! as

"The sentries report Zulus to the south west. Thousands of them".
cheers
Richie

 

[kagemusha]

At last...some news.....where ya been my man?.........have been having withdrawal symptoms waiting for the next update mate

Ron

 

[Richie]

At last...some news.....where ya been my man?.........have been having withdrawal symptoms waiting for the next update mate

Ron

Hi Ron,
I've been here just that nasty four letter word is back.............work. Anyway no more withdrawl symptoms.
cheers
Richie

 

[Richie]

Hi All,
I finally finished this wonderful figure of a 2nd Warwickshire Corporal of the 24th Regt. of Foot at Rorke's Drift from Imperial Gallery. I have fitted the bayonet, done a little bit more painting, weathered him appropriate for battle and based him up.

I pondered for quite a while over the name plate for this figure and though it apt that I should title it "Sell our lives like soldiers"..... as this was part of the quote given by Corporal Lyons to the Cambrian in 1879. "Everyman fought dearly for his life, but we were all determined to sell our lives like soldiers, and keep up the credit of our regiment".

I think personally I have done myself proud with this one, it was a real joy to do. I hope I have made a good effort and done you all proud and thanks to everyone of you for looking in and more importantly joining in. As equally important I hope I have done Rob and Imperial Gallery proud, for without him putting his trust and faith in me I would not have had the pleasure of doing this thread.

I salute you and doff my foreign service helmet to you all and especially to my wife who was abandoned for 6 days whilst I was in the redoubt.
cheers
Richie

 

[billyturnip]

Excellent finish Richie and very well presented.

Roger.

 

[pte1643]

Great work.

I like that a lot.

 

[Richie]

Excellent finish Richie and very well presented.

Roger.

Hi Roger,
Thanks mate, I hope you can make the next meet as I will bring him along.
cheers
Richie

 

[housecarl]

Lovely finish Richie.

 

[billyturnip]

Hi Roger,
Thanks mate, I hope you can make the next meet as I will bring him along.
cheers
Richie

I've got an awful feeling the next meeting is when we crew change.

 

[Richie]

Great work.

I like that a lot.

Hi Mark,
Thanks you mate for the nice comment, glad you like it, I can certainly recommend it.
cheers
Richie

 

[Richie]

Lovely finish Richie.

Hi Carl,
Thank you so much, I hope I've helped spur you on and have pushed you just a little bit!
cheers
Richie

 

[1969]

Lovely job all round Richie, well done mate on the finish of this piece, looks great.

Steve

 

[kagemusha]

Well......it was certainly worth the wait Richie......first class mate.....definitely your best yet. Great feeling with that backdrop too.
You have certainly done Rob proud

Ron

 

[kagemusha]

Well......it was certainly worth the wait Richie......first class mate.....definitely your best yet. Great feeling with that backdrop too.
You have certainly done Rob proud

Ron

 

[kagemusha]

Just wish they would fix this bloody site........so many double and treble posts Doh!!!

Ron

 

[Mark Dollery]

knock out Richie, lovely
look forward to seeing this at Telford
Mark D

 

[Wayneb]

Excellent work; Thanks very much for answering my questions along the way as you worked on this piece.
You should be proud.......................Best Regards and keep up the great work.......Wayne