It has been many years, (probably close to 15-20), since I last painted any 1/300th scale or so called 6 mm figures. So I thought it wise (others may say foolish) I should start small (no pun intended) and with a very limited type and amount of figures. As such I have completed 2 units. Completed is the wrong word as I have yet to add the flags. The flags are commercially available from Baccus and thus I will purchase them in due course as it saves mucking about trying to make my own.
The first unit is painted to represent Sir Edward Derings Regiment of Foot, Captain General John Churchill 1st Duke of Marlborough, at the battle of Blenhiem during the War of Spanish Succession. The colours were taken from The War Office. web site. While I am staying close to the colours in many games they will not represent the actual units as they will need to take many roles in a few different eras and theatres. 
The second unit has been painted to represent the Welch Regiment of Fusiliers. Again colours and markings taken from the War Office as mentioned above. 
Each unit has been based to match Tim's troops so that if we attempt big games there will be no disparity in sizes. With 3 bases to a unit they will also be usable for "Beneathe the Lily Banners" rules as well.While Tim was able to fit 12 "Irregular"figures to a base I was only able to squeeze 8 figures in the same area. Baccus figures are slightly wider and many people say they have big heads. They are most definitely better quality than "Irregular Miniature" and indeed with larger heads, but as they cost more one would hope for better quality. I do appreciate "Irregular Miniatures" and would be willing to get more at a later date but for now Baccus is the way forward for me. I think these may be the re-start of my War of Spanish Succession project despite the fact that I have purchased an army in 15mm as well. 6mm will at least dovetail with Tim's figures which will stop me having to buy two armies and will in the long term save money ..... well maybe, it might just mean I buy more! You know what it's like
I have kept the bases simple with just a paint finish as putting any texture on them would have cluttered them considerably. The base sizes are only 22mm by 12mm so once the figures are attached there really is not much room at all for the little extra bits which make them visually more appealing.
That's it for today. Thanks for reading this and I have several things started on the painting table so I really have no idea what will be finished next. However I have offered to put on a Wild West Zoimbie game in 10 days time or so. Therefore you may expect to see some figures for this game in the very near future.
Best wishes Clint
At your age I thought the figures would be getting bigger but you've done a damn nice job my friend on these little fellas.
ReplyDeleteActually, I think the reverse is true as with 6mm you are painting the unit rather than individual figures so going for a more "impressionist" rather than detailed look could be easier as eyes grow weary.
DeleteNice work on these two units Clint :)
You cheeky so and so "My age" indeed. LMAO. Thank you Francis when I was younger my friends at the time wanted to spray paint their armies in 6mm, so I personally think age has less to do with scale than personal intent. Right lets have another look at those 54mm figures!
DeleteThank you Tamsin I always said you were a person of wisdom and insight! (At least while you agree with me!)
Delete54mm is the future........
DeleteI am considering 54mm figures for Broadside next year...... It is just one option of course. Loads of ideas not settled on one yet... Also thinking 10mm as well but not in the same game!
DeleteThat's kinda cute. I want to do something that small too, one day. I've found out skirmish works with 28mm and 6/10mm are better for anything larger, so 15mm is kind of an outcast scale :P
ReplyDeleteI have seen 10mm and even 6mm being used for skirmish and likewise 28mm being used for big battles. But generally you are correct. As for 15mm they are probably the most popular scale (at least traditionally) in the UK.
DeleteYou should do something small sometime it's cheap, easy to store and fun as well.
I would think good brush control would be necessary to paint 6mm and get a tidy job done. These look excellent Clint. The buildings will look great on the table with these guys.
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne. Truth to admit they are easier to paint than 28mm. Simply because there is so much detail missed out. A dark wash over the top also conceals a multitude of sins!
DeleteIf I hadn't already invested quite a lot into 6mm, I might hnow consider 10mm for large battles. But there is no doubt in my mind that these are the better scales for such games.
ReplyDeleteI never understood why anyone would think that small figures are harder to paint. They need far less detail than bigger models and this more than compensates for the reduction in size!
I do have some 10mm in the pipeline. (Promised figures from a friend). So expect them this side of Christmas.
DeleteAgreed Colgar smaller is easier to paint. You worry a lot less about blending shadows and highlights. And as you point out so much less detail on the sculpts that you paint the unit and not the individual figure. It is just a different style or technique.
They look good Clint and go nicely with the buildings. I just couldn't even attempt 6mm! 15mm is my limit I think :D
ReplyDelete6mm is my limit I would have no interest in painting 2mm figures. Have a go at some 6mm figures they are not particularly hard.
DeleteI can't find any 6mm zombies (yes I have looked) but 10mm zombies are available. I have a meta horde game idea.......
Thank you Simon.
Oh good Lord, how small? I hear what Tamsin is saying about 'Impressionistic', but my word that would tax me. Bravo to you Clint, they look great.
ReplyDeleteThank you Michael. I must admit I am not unhappy with them.
DeleteNice work Clint!!! Glad to see you've got some paint on the beggers at last!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ray. I do usually get around to things, but it may take me some time.
DeleteNothing worse than bare metal in the in-tray screaming at you everytime you pass by.....6mm is even worse if they are a new sclae to you, you sort of avoid them. 6mm has so much going for it and it is a shame people shy away because of the painting. 6mm also suffers from the same issue of varied figure size between manufacturers as larger scales, perhaps more so. I am a fan of Adler, a good mix of detail and size.
ReplyDeleteA nice job clint, as always :)
Thank you Alan.
DeletePersonally I think having no bare metal in the in-tray is worse! But I was always going to contradict you wasn't I?
your post has inspired me to paint up aome of the Adler naploeonic units I have kicking around......
Delete.....DAMN YOU!!!!!!!
Don't do it Alan carry on with your Maori wars stuff. Step clear of the 6mm figures. Put your brush down and move away.
DeleteFantastic work in 6mm, very impressive! I have trouble with 15mm, so I admire the result!
ReplyDeleteThank you Phil. It is hard to photograph 6mm figures. But mostly 28mm figures on the paint table at present though so no teenie weenie stuff for a couple of weeks at least.
DeleteYou're a brave man, doing tricorns with lace in 6mm !
ReplyDeleteThey do look excellent Clint, I'm very impressed. I too have large numbers of 6mm in the lead mountain, but I think the day has passed when they'll be painted. I've never previously been a big fan of Bachus minis, but I'm slowly converting and Blenheim in 6mm with these figures would look very impressive !
Brave or foolhardy only time will tell. And that amount of time may well be years at the rate I paint.. Still I do appreciate the comment and I will be doing more in the next few weeks I am sure.
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