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Tommy’s War 1:32 (54mm) Army Service Corp and RFC Driver Figures
Catalogue Ref: TW54025 and TW54026
Sculpted By: Nino Pizzichemi
Box Art By: Alex Varela (Iguazzu Artstudio)
Price: £14.00 each + P&P
Availability: Direct from http://tommyswar.co.uk/
Introduction
I make no apologies and I do not hide from the fact I am a massive and devoted fan of the Tommy’s War brand.
Having followed the rise and success of this small company since its conception and having reviewed a good number of their figures and vehicles I feel well placed to give an honest assessment of the products they produce.
For the WWI specialist the company is a dream come true. With impressive consistency they release in my opinion some of the very finest resin figures, accessories, artillery pieces and vehicles available that cover the Great War era. With a reputable emphasis on quality, historical accuracy, imaginative and likeable subject choice along with value for money I regard them as one of the most welcome companies to have entered the hobby.
First Impressions
Both figures arrived in first class condition in the distinctive and pleasing Tommy’s War boxing we have become so familiar with. The front carries full colour photo box art of the assembled and painted subject along with catalogue reference details and a description of the figure, the box artist in both cases is the extremely talented Alex Varela.
On the reverse side is another smaller colour photo which shows the completed figure from a rear view angle. There is information on the sculptor and box artist included along with the Tommy’s War website address for further details. The contents of the box are packaged in a clear re-sealable plastic bag.
Generic to both figures was the fact I found no imperfections in any of the parts while flash and seams are almost non-existent, easily some of the cleanest figures I have seen requiring only the absolute minimal clean up.
The Figures
TW54025 Driver Army Service Corps Belgium 1915
I just adore this everything about this beautifully presented figure. The fact it has been based on the historical archive photo seen below adds real meaning and character.
While it has been designed to work with the RFC Driver (TW54026) it could of course work just as well with a number of other figures from the same range or indeed it would look perfectly fine posed purely on its own. As a complimentary piece for the Tommy’s War Thornycroft or Crossley vehicles it would make for a fantastic addition.
The kit consists of four individual pieces cast in a light grey coloured resin. The individual parts requiring assembly are the head, left arm, right arm and main body. As we will see the exemplary high quality sculpting and moulding along with envious attention to detail employed by Tommy’s War in all of their previous releases continues in both of these figures.
Main Body
The figure wears the full length service type coat that would have been issued to ASC drivers exposed to the rigorous extremes of winter weather. Moulded with precision the casting is incredibly pleasing and captures fantastic attention to detail. The fur lined collar will look fabulous painted with a suitable wash applied, the buttons/fasteners show tension and creases in the coats material, the side pockets are very well defined while the breast pockets look incredible. The impressive detailing carries through to the back of the coat with the sculpted pleats and creases along with the slit opening which extends from the base of the back.
Moving onto the legs and feet and the authentic detail continues with the legs bound in service issue puttee’s.
Again these show great definition and look very convincing when compared to reference photos. The boots are also well detailed showing the laces along with a distinct heal and sole.
Right Arm
Posed bent at the elbow with the forearm directly in front the hand grips a tin mug, a wonderful touch that definitely adds interest to the figure. Crisp moulding shows delicate details on the hand with the mug being equally well cast. The sleeve of the coat continues where the main body piece left off, the textured ruffled appearance looking very nice.
Left Arm
The left arm drapes at the side of the body with clenched hand appropriate for the cold weather. Much like the right arm detail remains pronounced.
Head
Expressive and exquisite. The facial features look superb and I just love the ‘handlebar’ moustache. You can even see the frown and ‘deep in thought’ expression etched into this characters face that tells such a story, remarkable in this scale and often take for granted but well worth pointing out.
The peaked cap shows a good representation of the ASC cap badge with enough about it to make it look the part. Also moulded to the cap are the goggles essential to the drivers role.
(Photo below) The peaked cap and badge as worn in 1915.
(Photos below) the figures box art.
Catalogue Ref: TW54025 and TW54026
Sculpted By: Nino Pizzichemi
Box Art By: Alex Varela (Iguazzu Artstudio)
Price: £14.00 each + P&P
Availability: Direct from http://tommyswar.co.uk/
Introduction
I make no apologies and I do not hide from the fact I am a massive and devoted fan of the Tommy’s War brand.
Having followed the rise and success of this small company since its conception and having reviewed a good number of their figures and vehicles I feel well placed to give an honest assessment of the products they produce.
For the WWI specialist the company is a dream come true. With impressive consistency they release in my opinion some of the very finest resin figures, accessories, artillery pieces and vehicles available that cover the Great War era. With a reputable emphasis on quality, historical accuracy, imaginative and likeable subject choice along with value for money I regard them as one of the most welcome companies to have entered the hobby.
First Impressions
Both figures arrived in first class condition in the distinctive and pleasing Tommy’s War boxing we have become so familiar with. The front carries full colour photo box art of the assembled and painted subject along with catalogue reference details and a description of the figure, the box artist in both cases is the extremely talented Alex Varela.
On the reverse side is another smaller colour photo which shows the completed figure from a rear view angle. There is information on the sculptor and box artist included along with the Tommy’s War website address for further details. The contents of the box are packaged in a clear re-sealable plastic bag.
Generic to both figures was the fact I found no imperfections in any of the parts while flash and seams are almost non-existent, easily some of the cleanest figures I have seen requiring only the absolute minimal clean up.
The Figures
TW54025 Driver Army Service Corps Belgium 1915
I just adore this everything about this beautifully presented figure. The fact it has been based on the historical archive photo seen below adds real meaning and character.
While it has been designed to work with the RFC Driver (TW54026) it could of course work just as well with a number of other figures from the same range or indeed it would look perfectly fine posed purely on its own. As a complimentary piece for the Tommy’s War Thornycroft or Crossley vehicles it would make for a fantastic addition.
The kit consists of four individual pieces cast in a light grey coloured resin. The individual parts requiring assembly are the head, left arm, right arm and main body. As we will see the exemplary high quality sculpting and moulding along with envious attention to detail employed by Tommy’s War in all of their previous releases continues in both of these figures.
Main Body
The figure wears the full length service type coat that would have been issued to ASC drivers exposed to the rigorous extremes of winter weather. Moulded with precision the casting is incredibly pleasing and captures fantastic attention to detail. The fur lined collar will look fabulous painted with a suitable wash applied, the buttons/fasteners show tension and creases in the coats material, the side pockets are very well defined while the breast pockets look incredible. The impressive detailing carries through to the back of the coat with the sculpted pleats and creases along with the slit opening which extends from the base of the back.
Moving onto the legs and feet and the authentic detail continues with the legs bound in service issue puttee’s.
Again these show great definition and look very convincing when compared to reference photos. The boots are also well detailed showing the laces along with a distinct heal and sole.
Right Arm
Posed bent at the elbow with the forearm directly in front the hand grips a tin mug, a wonderful touch that definitely adds interest to the figure. Crisp moulding shows delicate details on the hand with the mug being equally well cast. The sleeve of the coat continues where the main body piece left off, the textured ruffled appearance looking very nice.
Left Arm
The left arm drapes at the side of the body with clenched hand appropriate for the cold weather. Much like the right arm detail remains pronounced.
Head
Expressive and exquisite. The facial features look superb and I just love the ‘handlebar’ moustache. You can even see the frown and ‘deep in thought’ expression etched into this characters face that tells such a story, remarkable in this scale and often take for granted but well worth pointing out.
The peaked cap shows a good representation of the ASC cap badge with enough about it to make it look the part. Also moulded to the cap are the goggles essential to the drivers role.
(Photo below) The peaked cap and badge as worn in 1915.
(Photos below) the figures box art.
