No not a dramatic all singing all dancing issue but one that has vexed me. Back on the 11th September on this blog (Here is the link) I admitted than I had lost a set of arms. I still have before anyone says.
Cutting a long story short as I am now assembling (Prior to painting, expect them next week or the week after, a unit of sergeants spearmen. ) As they are being assembled I came across another set of arms that I thought "They'll do!" I have 1 spear too many and I think 6 sets of arms to many. A natural solution was formed. Simply take the arms from an Unmade spearman and give them to a man at arms. And that very quickly/simply is how I solved the problem.I personally think he fits in very well and while the spear is slightly long I have no issue with that at all.
Currently on the painting table:
- Alien arachnid. 28mm (or is he!)
- Lion Rampant spearmen. 28mm (in construction.
- Zombtober figure. 28mm.
- Pendraken Spanish Civil War 10mm Light MGs (possibly with a view to buy "Bayonet and Ideology!" next Selwg show.
Thanks for looking. No idea what I will finish next. You never know it may be Crimson skies (still reading rules so VERY unlikely).
All the best Clint
It looks like a case of serendipity with your find of spare arms. It's always great when things like that happen.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing your 28mm scale WIP stuff finished. Best of luck, mate!
Thank you Bryan. I think all is well that ends well. Not finished the other assembly yet, but it is on the way. So expect a unit next week. And maybe another a week after!
DeleteAs spears have no regulation length as far as I know, I think it's a good swap-around and the unit looks good to boot!
ReplyDeleteThank you Joe. I also know of no rules regarding the length of spears. Although it is noticeably longer than the units other weapons.
DeleteI heartedly agree with both Bryan and Joe, Clint, a great looking unit and I would never have known of your arm difficulties if you hadn’t raised it :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Blax. I HOPE I can manage the next 12 just as well.
Deletethe unit looks great Clint, don't worry
ReplyDeleteThank you Andy. More Lion rampant stuff to come. Gonna prime some figures tonight and I hope get the next unit underway over the weekend.
DeleteI've always thought you were "armless" my friend!
ReplyDeleteThank you RAY. He is the only person who would sink to that level of wit!
DeleteHuh, never would have thought it was out of place if you hadn't mentioned as much. Good work!
ReplyDeleteThank you Dai I appreciate you saying so. From my point of view a quick and easy fix Once the parts were found.
DeleteThat guy obviously feels the need to have a longer spear than anyone else. Maybe he likes to keep the enemy at arms' reach, or maybe he's trying to impress the others? Ah, it works; don't overthink this...
ReplyDeleteThank you C6. Yes the spear is longer but I am Okay with that. 12 more on the go for Lion Rampant. Probably finish them next week.
DeleteNice looking unit mate. The spear fits in perfectly imo!
ReplyDeleteThank you Simon. The spear is a little large but should be very good against cavalry. What is more I am not about to change it!
DeleteNice solution.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lee. the next 12 are started!
DeleteNowt wrong with a big pointy stick. Nice work mate.
ReplyDeleteThank you carl. I used to do re-enactment using a spear, so a little trained. yes I agree the point end goes towards the enemy. And anyone in your front arc is the enemy! (Mostly did "line fighting")
DeleteThey came up looking wonderful
ReplyDeleteThank you David. There shall be at least 1 more unit of these (Possibly 3 more) so it is very well that you think they have painted up alright! Spearmen next though, hopefully this week.
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