Which figure is this?

[Ferris]

Hi All,

I saw this 1/16 figure posted for sale by a known recaster.
Anyone know who makes the original figure?
I really like this one, but do not want to buy the recast.

Cheers,
Adrian

 

[arj]

Hi Adrian,
It looks remarkably like a Michael Roberts figure, but that was a 54mm figure, according to this blog:-
http://figures-dioramas.blogspot.com/2014/05/160-us-paratrooper-of-101st-airborne.html

Cheers,
Andrew

 

[Nap]

Hi Adrian

Very poorly painted versions out found of course.....But found this

It's a 2017 release

US Infantry 2AD Normandy 1944 1/16
Alpine Miniatures | No. 16037 | 1:16

Nap

 

[Ferris]

Thanks Andrew and Kev!

Indeed it seems to be the Alpine figure. That’s great, because still available!
Did not recognize it because of the non-camouflage paint job.
Love this sculpt and will get it. The original of course!

The recaster is selling them at €27 by the way, only slightly cheaper than the original. And the casting is clearly not Alpine quality, judging by the picture the guy posted. The rifle is simply unusable. So even the buyer is ripped off.
Such a nuisance this recasting.

Adrian

 

[Ferris]

I now note the guy made small adaptations to the original. Note the collar area and extra belt around his left leg. Still 95% Alpine recast though...