Stelios Demiras
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I have in my hands one of the latest release from the well known Spain company Heroes & Villains Miniatures of Fernando Ruiz (also well known for his box art paintings). It is a figure of a German Paratrooper, in the Battle of Crete 1941 in 1/24th scale. Some history for the figure….
Historical Notes From The Website of the Company:
“After the invasion of Greece by the Axis forces, the German High Command realized that they would also need to occupy the island of Crete, in order to protect several vital areas that were reachable by the large British forces garrisoned there and deprive the Royal Navy of an important base of operations.
Some Luftwaffe commanders planned a dare operation to conquest the island with airborne troops that was enthusiastically received by Hitler. The idea was to capture quickly several airfields and key points for the landing of additional troops that would allow securing the island.
The plan was a success but paid a high cost. The island counted with lots of Allied troops and the British Intelligence Service had already discovered the attack plan before they launched it. That allowed to reinforce the objectives of the parachutists and also evacuate most of the Allied troops once it was clear that the battle was lost.
Operation Mercury was the first big scale airborne action in history, but meant such high losses for the German forces that they never thought again such kind of attack. Nevertheless, the Allies took note of the results of this operation and applied them in the massive airborne landings that preceded the D-Day in June 1944.
The miniature is based on a fallschirmjäger from this campaign, but the uniform is suitable to any other action of these troops in the first part of the war.”
I have heard a lot of excellent words about the quality of company’s products but I have to admit that I was totally impressed when I saw this figure in front of my eyes! It is casted in High Quality Grey Resin (10 pieces). The only thing that you need to do is to remove the small molding blocks and go for painting. There are no molding lines or air bubbles!!! It is really very impressive! The surface of this grey resin is very nice and clean with very crispy detail and the sculpting of Eduard Perez is awesome! I am sure that all you will agree that the casting and sculpting quality are of the best in the market. I hold it in my hands and I just cannot wait to paint it!! Take a look at the following photos for more information and personal evaluation. I have also included the 10 Awesome Box Art Photos made by Jaume Ortiz in lowest resolution from what the website offers to have an idea. But you can use also these from here directly to have a complete painting guide reference!
Title: German Paratrooper, Operation Mercury 1941
Code: Fahrenheit Miniature Project
Size: 75mm
Scale: 1/24
Scuptor: Eduard Perez
Box Art: Jaume Ortiz
Pieces: 10 High Quality Resin Pieces and one small sheet of metal foil for the strap
Packaging: Very Strong Carton Box
Innovation: 10 High Resolution photos all around ready to download from their website: http://www.hvminiatures.com/wp-content/uploads/FAH_hires.zip
A certificate for genuine copy with only 300 Limited Production Pieces.
For orders or inquiries please visit your local shop, dealer, distributor or direct to the company’s website: http://www.hvminiatures.com/shop/
I hope that you will find this review helpful!
I have in my hands one of the latest release from the well known Spain company Heroes & Villains Miniatures of Fernando Ruiz (also well known for his box art paintings). It is a figure of a German Paratrooper, in the Battle of Crete 1941 in 1/24th scale. Some history for the figure….
Historical Notes From The Website of the Company:
“After the invasion of Greece by the Axis forces, the German High Command realized that they would also need to occupy the island of Crete, in order to protect several vital areas that were reachable by the large British forces garrisoned there and deprive the Royal Navy of an important base of operations.
Some Luftwaffe commanders planned a dare operation to conquest the island with airborne troops that was enthusiastically received by Hitler. The idea was to capture quickly several airfields and key points for the landing of additional troops that would allow securing the island.
The plan was a success but paid a high cost. The island counted with lots of Allied troops and the British Intelligence Service had already discovered the attack plan before they launched it. That allowed to reinforce the objectives of the parachutists and also evacuate most of the Allied troops once it was clear that the battle was lost.
Operation Mercury was the first big scale airborne action in history, but meant such high losses for the German forces that they never thought again such kind of attack. Nevertheless, the Allies took note of the results of this operation and applied them in the massive airborne landings that preceded the D-Day in June 1944.
The miniature is based on a fallschirmjäger from this campaign, but the uniform is suitable to any other action of these troops in the first part of the war.”
I have heard a lot of excellent words about the quality of company’s products but I have to admit that I was totally impressed when I saw this figure in front of my eyes! It is casted in High Quality Grey Resin (10 pieces). The only thing that you need to do is to remove the small molding blocks and go for painting. There are no molding lines or air bubbles!!! It is really very impressive! The surface of this grey resin is very nice and clean with very crispy detail and the sculpting of Eduard Perez is awesome! I am sure that all you will agree that the casting and sculpting quality are of the best in the market. I hold it in my hands and I just cannot wait to paint it!! Take a look at the following photos for more information and personal evaluation. I have also included the 10 Awesome Box Art Photos made by Jaume Ortiz in lowest resolution from what the website offers to have an idea. But you can use also these from here directly to have a complete painting guide reference!
Title: German Paratrooper, Operation Mercury 1941
Code: Fahrenheit Miniature Project
Size: 75mm
Scale: 1/24
Scuptor: Eduard Perez
Box Art: Jaume Ortiz
Pieces: 10 High Quality Resin Pieces and one small sheet of metal foil for the strap
Packaging: Very Strong Carton Box
Innovation: 10 High Resolution photos all around ready to download from their website: http://www.hvminiatures.com/wp-content/uploads/FAH_hires.zip
A certificate for genuine copy with only 300 Limited Production Pieces.
For orders or inquiries please visit your local shop, dealer, distributor or direct to the company’s website: http://www.hvminiatures.com/shop/
I hope that you will find this review helpful!
