Dad's Army - A BBC staple and a show that I used to love watching with my dad as a kid, mostly because it was one of the few shows he would sit down and watch back then. Not the original screening from 1968-1977, as that was a little bit before my time. No, I mean one of the many re-runs that followed afterwards, in my case, the late 80's.
The minis arrived in less than stellar condition, poor Private Frank will have to watch himself with his Tommy gun since the barrel was twisted off. They were however, a delight to paint, and I felt the sculpts captured the... character of the characters =) Hopefully my painting isn't too far off. I wasn't able to get the civilian versions finished, as the cobblestone bases I ordered didn't arrive in time.
I can't wait to get them on the table. I imagine that after an appropriately hilarious misadventure, they might find themselves confusedly wandering around France, with the warden along to make sure they are putting out the lights!
All up that's eight 28 mm figures from Warlords Games, that brought back some fond memories!
Cheers,
Steve
I was so hoping someone would paint these. You did a splendid job on them!
ReplyDeleteLovely work - you've done a great job of these Steve. Brings back many happy memories for me as well.
ReplyDeleteHell yeah! Now THAT'S Nostalgia!
ReplyDeleteGreat work, Stephen!
Great figures! Cheers PD
ReplyDeleteA great series and equally great painted figures!
ReplyDeleteA great series and equally great painted figures!
ReplyDeleteYou're right, it was meant to be!
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely renditions of a great show's cast! I have the Foundry version and had a great heap of fun painting them, hope it was as enjoyable for you!
ReplyDeleteGreat Stuff. The BBC showed a drama about the making of the show over Christmas and if you get the chance you should watch it. Pike's West Ham scarf is perfect
ReplyDeleteI painted these about 1 month before the challenge and I have to say yours look better then mine! I am looking forward to the new film
ReplyDeleteBeing new to the UK, I don't fully understand this show or have seen it in its entirety.. but that being said it will be interesting to see how the movie comes out like soon enough ;) Great paint on them though, and now looking towards seeing the civis painted up!
ReplyDeleteLove these!
ReplyDeleteCracking stuff Steve. That scarf is spot on!
ReplyDeleteWho do you think you are kidding...
ReplyDeleteLovely work Stephen - they'll make a great gift for your father :)
Absolutely wonderful, still hoping to get some of these myself.
ReplyDeleteMost splendid work. I love the programme and it's still making me and my family (of all generations) laugh ...
ReplyDeleteJust awesome. I've been coveting this box set as well.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone, my dad will get a real kick out of these little guys, and they were a treat to paint! Now to watch a few re-runs of something...
ReplyDeleteGreat work Steve! Your paint job has really helped to flesh out the character of the minis.
ReplyDeleteGreat set, nicely painted. My favorite is the guy with the scarf.
ReplyDeleteI have seen a few bits of the show on YouTube just because of these models being released. I can fully appreciate how you all feel about that show too, as it is how I feel about F Troop! ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the fellows as they look as though they just stepped out of the TV! ;)
Great to see this set so nicely painted. I have happy memories of watching Dad's Army. Frank broke his gun? "Stupid boy".
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