I'm building a troop of the 7th Michigan Cavalry. The unit will be 21 troopers-strong, the size being determined by the shelf that they will occupy. I have a variety of brands mostly manufactured within the last twenty-five years, and others are very recent productions.
This figure, to my eye, is superior in sculpting and animation to the latest generation of W. Britains, and compares well with current Conte, Blackhawk, and Collector's Showcase soldiers of recent years. Notable is that this figure is from way back in 1989, incredible!
Young Satchmo looks very content as he signals the troops...
wry, even.
His Spencer, Colt, and greatcoat...this is just fantastic sculpting and detail.
Fine metal makes for cords and straps galore.
The bridle is sensational.
The depth of detail is rich.
I don't know about you, but I'm inspired to charge.
Paired up with colonel Morrow of the 24th Michigan these figures are my two very favorite toy soldiers.
Spring is here, so get out there and...
Soldier on!
Mannie
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Always love to see Mannie's posts. Great collection with humourous commentary.
This post title refers to an inteview w/ Rusty Kern. I look forward to reading that.
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