Excellent Figures by 'Alpine'

[Geek44]

Not talked about much I suppose but figure painting (to me) is an art by itself. As we all know, a good figure can be the icing on the cake for a vehicle model. They can be used to tell a story or make a point. At the very least, they lend a sense of scale and size to a vehicle. To my mind, the figures available today are far, far better than they used to be but natural, fluid figures are still few and far between. However, there are some excellent figures available and 'Alpine' from the US make exceptional examples. Here's the single set I own. They're all resin figures, come with a choice of heads for each one and assembly consists of attaching arms and head. That's it. It's a shame my photography can't show better detail as these are beautifully sculpted and moulded.

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[McCoy]

The Alpine figures looks great in picture but I've yet to see one "in the flesh".

[Geek44]

Part of the appeal for me is the amazing painting done for the advertising shots. Whoever paints for them is a master.
Looking at the pics I posted above, it's clear that I should have taken them out of the plastic bags. I'll get new pics and post 'em.

[MAGNA]

Those are excellent figures Geek. I looked at the site and the pictures there are superb. The only other manufacturer as good is probably Resicast but I think if you want variation you have to buy the bits seperately.

[Freightshaker]

I've looked at these at our IPMS shows. Very nice sculpting but a bit pricey. You get what you pay for.

[Whiterook]

Those are super! I can't tell, what scale are they?

Hey, can anyone point me in the right direction for 1/72 WWI figures for my Gotha?? Thinking of a diorama.

[Freightshaker]

Originally Posted by Whiterook

Those are super! I can't tell, what scale are they?

Hey, can anyone point me in the right direction for 1/72 WWI figures for my Gotha?? Thinking of a diorama.

Your probably looking at soft plastic. Matchbox or Revell/Germany might put them out.

[Geek44]

Originally Posted by Whiterook

Those are super! I can't tell, what scale are they?

Hey, can anyone point me in the right direction for 1/72 WWI figures for my Gotha?? Thinking of a diorama.

They're 1/35 Em. As for WW1 figures...good luck.

[Geek44]

Originally Posted by MAGNA

Those are excellent figures Geek. I looked at the site and the pictures there are superb. The only other manufacturer as good is probably Resicast but I think if you want variation you have to buy the bits seperately.

You might like to look at 'Tank' figures (Russia) as well. They do a superb range of WW2 figures and also modern Russian figures too. I believe they sell heads and maybe even arms and legs as seperate items too but don't quote me on that. They have a great range of figure 'accessories' too such as weapon sets etc. This link is to an Aussie guy who sells Alpine and Tank stuff.

Firestorm Models - Aftermarket Military Hobby Kits

[MAGNA]

Whiterook - WWi figures are available from Revell or you can get them through HAT. They also have guns etc. An A7V tank would go nicely too.

HAT Models