Review RHA Officer Crimea 1854 from Stormtroopers

[Nap]

Hi resin lovers ,

We all know Stu Hale from Stormtroopers and the V12 range of busts , one I currently have on my bench is the RHA Officer so I thought I would do a little review before posting the WIP !!

The one I am on about is of course this one :

The RHA has a long history of excellence wherever they serve , in the Crimea conditions were extremely harsh for all concerned not least the artillery , yet despite all of this they still managed to cut a dashing figure in the braided uniform ....risking all to man and serve the guns .

Our figure wears a waistcoat in a relaxed pose , this item was according the the 1833 dress regulations:

Scarlet kerseymere, fastened with hooks and eyes , 3 rows of buttons, cords of narrow gold lace , 1/2 inch between each cord, the intervals filled with narrow flat braiding, ornaments on the collar with braiding entirely around.

The forage cap he wears according to the 1833 regulations is :

Blue cloth with patent leather peak , band of gold , 1 and 7/16th inches broad of the same pattern as the sabretache , with a convex gold button on the crown.

Even in this dress an dashing image I am sure you will agree .

Information is reasonably easy to get with good books also available here are a few :

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Nap

 

[Nap]

Well what are we looking at then :

Title: RHA Officer Crimea 1854

Reference: V12012

Scale: 1/12th

Material: Resin

No of pieces: 2

Sculptor: Maurice Corry(Moz)

Casting: Stu Hale

Box Art: (none on review box now done by Ernesto Reyes)

As with other releases the model was well wrapped in packing within the white cardboard box providing a strong protection.

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Parts consist of the main complete torso with a pedastal base , also included is a painting instructions .

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Prep was simple just a run round to remove small casting remnants , fit the base if you choose to use it and then prime in the colour of your choice.

Let look at the main and only piece with the sculpt , the torso complete with head , he wears the waistcoat over which he has a animal coat ..possibly leather with a fur/sheepskin collar ..these coats were often obtained locally or from the London outfitters and sent out to the Crimea.

The sculpt is angled as before in the style of the range , underneath we have locating hole to put the resin base or your choice (mine is a brass rod) .

The forage cap is worn with the crown being slightly battered , good material representation , on top we have the button , the band is left plain ..good idea to allow the lace pattern to be painted on, the peak is well formed with good undercuts to the forehead.

The face is a typical Victorian soldier , strong features , looking to his left , good work from Moz on he features , the eyes are quite deepset but they look the job when painted ..just hold your breath!!!, nice details on the ears and the nose .....he sports a cracking set of mutton chops culminating in a beard nicely defined textures in this area.

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The waistcoat is full of wonderful details , really good work on the lace ...a lot to paint here ...NMM for me !!! , buttons are well formed with nice lacework around the lower edges.

The collar is full of details needing painting , with the edging being plain allowing for you to do what you want when painting the lace, the left side is a little awkward to get to due to the head position , but take your time it will be worth it .

The coat he wears is open revealing the waistcoat , the turn backs well done with good undercuts ...this is a good opportunity to get some great leather effects , the fur (sheepskin perhaps) is worked high at the back to the lower neck , nice texture on this area .

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Final thoughts:

So there you have it a simple up and down bust but packed full of intricate details well presented and sculpted with pleanty to paint, great face and another good addition to the V12 range

Recommended without a doubt .

For details on this and all of the Stormtroopers range (including the latest V16 range) go to the website:

www.stormtroopersminiatures.co.uk


Satisfaction and Quality is guaranteed

Lets have a look at Ernesto's version (quality painting ..yet again !!)

Thanks for looking in

Nap

 

[megroot]

Thanks Nap,
Looks a very sharp casting.

Marc

 

[Nap]

Thanks Nap,
Looks a very sharp casting.

Marc

No problem Marc ..certainly is a very sharp casting

Nap

 

[Graham]

Very nice sculpt and a very detailed review. That lacing would drive me bonkers lol, looking forward to seeing this fine chap come to life.

 

[Nap]

Hi Graham ,

It is a really nice sculpt as for the lace work driving you bonkers ...we'll I already am so can't get worse ...wibble wibble...as Blackadder said.

Have a go at a V12 bust you would enjoy it !!!!

Nap

 

[zane666]

Well done Nap, another above and beyond review, I just love that colour for casting, it certainly makes looking for any flaws(if there were any) an easier job.

regards Zane

 

[Chrisr]

I, for one, simply marvel at the quality of Maurice's sculptures. What skill he has creating such intricate detail as that coat. Figure modelling has come a long way since I saw my first examples in the 1960's.

Congratulations on such excellent work Moz.

Regards
Chris

 

[swralph]

Great review Nap,this looks a stunner